Alternatives · Therapy & Clinics
DrChrono alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best DrChrono alternative for most people is SimplePractice (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of therapy and clinic software. The best free one is Charm EHR (2.2 GPA).
DrChrono compared with 7 alternatives: Tebra, Elation Health, SimplePractice, Charm EHR, TherapyNotes and 2 more.
DrChrono's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 7 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| DrChronoThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| Tebra | Paid | No | Web, iOS |
| Elation Health | Paid | No | Web, iOS |
| SimplePractice | Free trial · from $49/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Charm EHR | Free plan | Yes | Web |
| TherapyNotes | Free trial · from $69/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| ChiroTouch | Paid | No | Web |
| Practice Fusion | Free trial · from $199/mo | Trial only | Web |
How each one differs from DrChrono
Tebra
EHR, medical billing and patient marketing for independent practices
- Tebra also lists an iOS app.
- Tebra also covers review collection.
- Tebra does not cover dictation, which DrChrono does.
Suits: Independent medical and mental health practices that bill insurance
Elation Health
EHR and billing platform built for primary care practices
- Elation Health also lists an iOS app.
- Elation Health does not cover dictation and appointment booking, which DrChrono does.
Suits: Independent primary care practices, including direct primary care
SimplePractice
Practice management and EHR for private-practice therapists
- SimplePractice starts at $49 per month (Starter), after a first 3 months at $24.50.
- SimplePractice also lists iOS and Android apps.
- SimplePractice also covers transcription.
- SimplePractice does not cover dictation, which DrChrono does.
Suits: Solo therapists and counselors in the US who bill insurance
Charm EHR
Cloud EHR with an AI scribe for medical and psychiatry practices
- Charm EHR has a free plan, which DrChrono lacks.
- Charm EHR also covers templates.
- Charm EHR does not cover dictation, which DrChrono does.
Suits: Psychiatrists who also prescribe and order labs
TherapyNotes
Behavioral health EHR with notes, insurance billing and client portal
- TherapyNotes starts at $69 per month (Solo, one user).
- TherapyNotes also lists iOS and Android apps.
- TherapyNotes also covers transcription.
- TherapyNotes does not cover dictation and appointment booking, which DrChrono does.
Suits: Solo therapists and counselors who bill insurance
ChiroTouch
Chiropractic EHR and practice management with AI charting
- ChiroTouch also covers reports.
- ChiroTouch does not cover dictation and telehealth, which DrChrono does.
Suits: Chiropractic practices, both cash-based and insurance-billing
Practice Fusion
Cloud EHR with e-prescribing for independent medical practices
- Practice Fusion starts at $199 per provider / month, with a required annual commitment.
- Practice Fusion also covers templates and reports.
- Practice Fusion does not cover dictation, telehealth and appointment booking, which DrChrono does.
Suits: Independent medical practices that need an EHR with e-prescribing
Limits worth knowing in DrChrono
- Amounts are not published: each tier on the pricing page says to request a quote.
- The vendor lists fees beyond plan limits: $0.05 per text, $0.07 per faxed page and $0.10 per phone call.
- Extended lab integration covering over 40,000 labs is $30 per provider per month.
- Electronic patient statements are $0.59 each, and paper claims are $1.00 each.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to DrChrono?
The alternatives to DrChrono in this directory are Tebra, Elation Health, SimplePractice, Charm EHR, TherapyNotes, ChiroTouch and Practice Fusion. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with DrChrono.
Is there a free alternative to DrChrono?
Yes. Charm EHR has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which DrChrono alternatives work on Android?
The DrChrono listing does not include an Android app. SimplePractice and TherapyNotes list one.
Which DrChrono alternatives work on iOS?
The DrChrono listing does not include an iOS app. Tebra, Elation Health, SimplePractice and TherapyNotes list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 24, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.