Alternatives · Therapy & Clinics
ICANotes alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best ICANotes alternative for most people is SimplePractice (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of therapy and clinic software.
ICANotes compared with 5 alternatives: TherapyNotes, SimplePractice, Valant, TheraNest and Owl Practice.
ICANotes is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $35 per month for a part-time clinician ($55 full-time), notes only. None of the alternatives has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICANotesThis tool | Free trial · from $35/mo | Trial only | Web |
| TherapyNotes | Free trial · from $69/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| SimplePractice | Free trial · from $49/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Valant | Paid | No | Web |
| TheraNest | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Owl Practice | Free trial · from $60/mo | Trial only | Web |
Price against what you get
ICANotes starts at $35 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
TherapyNotes and SimplePractice score higher without starting lower. TheraNest starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from ICANotes
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 templates and appointment booking, which ICANotes does.
Suits: Solo therapists and counselors who bill insurance
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 templates, which ICANotes does.
Suits: Solo therapists and counselors in the US who bill insurance
Valant
Behavioral health EHR for therapy and psychiatry practices
- Valant also covers forms.
- Valant does not cover templates, which ICANotes does.
Suits: Psychiatry and therapy practices that need prescribing and therapy in one chart
TheraNest
Mental health EHR with claims, telehealth and credentialing help
- TheraNest starts at $27 per therapist / month, billed yearly ($29 billed monthly).
- TheraNest also covers transcription.
- TheraNest does not cover templates, which ICANotes does.
Suits: Insurance-based therapists who want claims bundled into the plan
Owl Practice
Web-based practice management built for mental health therapists
- Owl Practice starts at CA$60 per month plus tax (Growth, up to 20 sessions a month).
- Owl Practice does not cover templates, which ICANotes does.
Suits: Therapists who see couples, families or groups
Limits worth knowing in ICANotes
- Telehealth is a $20 per user per month add-on; the AI scribe is $49 per user per month.
- Text reminders, claims and patient statements are priced by contacting sales.
- Part-time plans cap notes: 60 a month on the first two tiers and 100 on Prescribing.
- The pricing page also points to a separate ICANotes (Classic) price list that is not covered here.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to ICANotes?
The alternatives to ICANotes in this directory are TherapyNotes, SimplePractice, Valant, TheraNest and Owl Practice. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with ICANotes.
Is there a free alternative to ICANotes?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. TherapyNotes, SimplePractice, TheraNest and Owl Practice offer a free trial.
Which ICANotes alternatives work on Android?
The ICANotes listing does not include an Android app. TherapyNotes and SimplePractice list one.
Which ICANotes alternatives work on iOS?
The ICANotes listing does not include an iOS app. TherapyNotes and SimplePractice 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.