| | $12/month (Starter, $10/month annual) | $59/month (Starter plan, $39/month annual) |
| No free plan (14-day trial available) | No free plan (14-day trial) | No free plan (14-day trial available) |
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Manage projects and tasks | Fully flexible project and task setup you can shape to your workflow | Projects with Table, Kanban, and Timeline views | Basic task tracking only (no Gantt, no Kanban boards, no dependencies) |
Project roles and permissions | Control exactly who can view or edit each part of a project | 4 project access levels (full, read-only, overview, hidden) | Client portal access controls (no granular project roles) |
| Unlimited boards to run parallel workflows in the same project | | Single task board with filtered views (My tasks, Team tasks, Client tasks) |
Embeddable project boards | Live project boards embedded into client portals or websites | No embeddable project boards | No embeddable project boards |
| Read-only public links for sharing progress without risk | Client portal access only (no public links) | No shareable project boards |
Project stages and milestones | Define custom project lifecycles for different types of work | Custom task statuses (no formal milestones) | No project stages or milestones |
Connected proposals, contracts, and invoices | Everything related stays connected to the project automatically | Proposals auto-convert to contracts and projects | Contracts and invoices are separate modules (no auto-linked lifecycle) |
Custom project data fields | Track, sort, filter, and report on custom project data | Custom fields on CRM objects (limited on tasks) | No custom project data fields |
| Drag-and-drop tasks across customizable columns | Kanban board view included | Basic task board (no full Kanban columns or drag-and-drop) |
| Bulk-edit tasks like a spreadsheet | | |
| Clean task lists with clear hierarchy | No dedicated list view (table view used instead) | Basic task list within projects |
| See tasks and deadlines on a calendar | Homebase calendar with task dates | No calendar view for tasks |
| Plan work visually with task order and dependencies | Timeline view functions as Gantt chart | |
| Break work down into multiple nested levels | Subtasks as checkboxes (single level, not nested) | |
| Turn emails into tasks without manual copying | No email-to-task conversion | No email-to-task conversion |
| Keep discussions tied directly to each task | Comments and @mentions on tasks | Task-level comments with activity feed |
| Store files directly on the task they belong to | File attachments (50 MB limit per file) | Task-level attachments (upload, drag-and-drop, paper clip) |
| Define priority levels that fit your workflow | No native priority levels | |
Task labels & color coding | Use unlimited labels to visually organize tasks | No native labels or color coding | No task labels or color coding |
| Assign tasks to one or multiple teammates | Single assignee per task only | No multiple task assignees |
| Reuse task-level structures across projects | Project templates with tasks included | |
| Control access at the individual task level | 4 access levels per project (not per task) | No task-level permissions |
| Prevent work from starting out of order | Basic task dependencies (limited configuration options) | |
| Automate repeating work with flexible schedules | Daily, weekly, monthly, yearly recurring tasks | |
| Add task-level fields for tracking custom details | Custom fields on CRM objects (limited on tasks) | No custom task data fields |
| Easily track time using timers or manual entries | Start/stop timer and manual entry | |
| Log time directly against tasks and subtasks | Track time by client, project, and task | No task-level time tracking |
| See time spent per project and per client | Track time at project level | No project-level time tracking |
| Clearly separate billable and non-billable time | Billable and non-billable toggle on time entries | No billable time tracking |
| Turn tracked time into invoices without extra steps | Auto-populate invoices from tracked hours | No billable time invoicing |
| View detailed time reports by task, project, or client | Time views by project, client, and month (no exportable reports or filters) | |
| See how each team member tracks their time | Team time logging (no approval workflow) | |
Create and send proposals | Create proposals clients can review, approve, and sign in one flow | Drag-and-drop proposal builder | |
Drag-and-drop proposal builder | Create custom, branded proposals without layout limits or code | Drag-and-drop with templates | |
Reusable proposal templates | Reuse proven proposal layouts across clients | Pre-built professional templates | |
Real-time proposal analytics | See exactly when proposals are opened and reviewed | No view tracking or engagement analytics | |
Live messenger on proposals | Answer questions directly while clients review proposals | Client comments directly on proposals | |
| Move from proposal to contract, invoice, or booking automatically | Auto-convert to contract and project on approval | |
Convert proposal to invoice | Create invoices directly from approved proposals | Auto-create invoice when agreement is signed | |
| Offer upsells and add-ons directly inside proposals | No interactive pricing tables or package selection | |
Interactive pricing tables | Let clients choose options before approving | No interactive pricing tables | |
Dynamic data and variables | Auto-fill proposal content with client and project data | Basic merge fields (no dynamic data blocks) | |
| Automatically expire proposals after a set date | Expiration dates not confirmed in documentation | |
| | Contracts stored in client profile (no standalone PDF export documented) | Export documents from the portal (not proposal-specific) |
| Create reusable proposal sections you can reuse on demand | No reusable content blocks | |
Legally binding e-signatures | Collect secure electronic signatures on proposals | E-signatures on proposals | E-signatures on contracts |
Custom proposal data fields | Create custom proposal data you can sort, filter, and report on | Merge fields for client and project info (no sortable custom data) | |
Create and sign contracts | Create, send, and sign contracts in one continuous flow | Legally vetted contract templates | Contracts with e-signatures included |
Drag-and-drop contract builder | Create fully custom contracts with flexible layouts, no code or formatting limits | Pre-built legal templates | Template-based contract editor (no drag-and-drop) |
Legally binding e-signatures | Collect secure signatures with audit trails and signer verification | E-signatures on contracts with audit trail | E-signatures with legal validity on contracts |
Multi-signature / signees | Collect signatures from multiple people on the same contract | Single signer per contract (no multi-party signing) | Multi-party signing with completion notifications |
Reusable contract templates | Reuse contract structures to create new agreements faster | Pre-built legal templates | Reusable contract templates available |
Auto-reminders automation | Automatically follow up until contracts are signed | Automatic follow-up reminders | Basic reminders for pending actions |
| Auto-fill contract content with client and project data | Merge fields for client data (no dynamic data blocks) | Basic merge fields for client data |
Contract automation triggers | Trigger automated workflows the moment a contract is signed | Signed contracts trigger project creation and invoice generation | Basic workflow triggers on contract events |
| See when contracts are opened and reviewed | Real-time tracking (sent, viewed, paid, overdue) | Notifications when contracts are viewed or signed |
PDF download with signature certificate | Download signed contracts with official proof of signature | Signed contracts stored in client profile (no signature certificate) | Download signed contracts (no signature certificate documented) |
Custom signer data fields | Collect structured signer information during signing | Standard signer fields (name and email only) | Standard signer fields (name and email) |
Custom contract data fields | Create custom contract data you can sort, filter, and report on | Merge fields only (no sortable or filterable custom data) | Variable input fields in contracts |
Create invoices and get paid | Send invoices and collect payments in one connected flow | Customizable invoice templates with online payments | Invoicing with Stripe integration (one-time and recurring) |
| Match invoices to your brand with custom logos, colors, and layout | | White-label branded invoices on higher plans |
Drag and drop invoice builder | Create custom invoice layouts visually without formatting limits | Template-based editor (not drag-and-drop) | Template-based invoice editor (not drag-and-drop) |
| Edit pricing, quantities, descriptions, and structure freely | Custom descriptions, quantities, and pricing per line | Customizable line items on invoices |
Item or invoice discounts | Apply discounts at the item or full invoice level | | |
| Create tax rules that match your location and use case | Basic tax calculations (not full tax automation) | |
| Accept bank transfers for lower-fee payments | | ACH payments supported (including instant ACH via Plaid) |
| Accept credit and debit cards instantly | Stripe integration included | Full Stripe integration for payment processing |
| Collect in-person payments when needed | | |
| Let clients pay using PayPal | PayPal integration included | No PayPal integration (Stripe only) |
Flexible partial payments | Collect deposits and split payments across milestones | Deposit requests (limited installment options) | Deposit requests available |
| Break invoices into scheduled installments | Recurring invoices (no milestone-based installment schedules) | Recurring invoicing supported |
Automated recurring invoices | Automatically send invoices on a recurring schedule | Recurring invoices with custom frequency | Recurring invoices with Stripe subscriptions |
| Manage ongoing client subscriptions and billing | Recurring invoices only (no subscription portal or client self-service) | Subscription billing via Stripe |
Automated payment reminders | Follow up automatically until invoices are paid | Automatic follow-up reminders with late fees | Automated payment reminders included |
Reusable invoice templates | Reuse invoice layouts without rebuilding each time | | |
Multiple currency support | Bill clients globally in their local currency | | Currency support via Stripe (limited to Stripe-supported currencies) |
Invoice automation triggers | Trigger automated workflows when invoices are sent or paid | Pipeline stage triggers only (Pro plan) | Basic automation triggers on invoice events |
| See when invoices are opened and paid | Real-time tracking (sent, viewed, paid, overdue) | Notifications when invoices are viewed or paid |
Built-in expense tracking | Track project-related costs alongside invoices | Expense tracking with receipt attachment and Plaid bank sync | |
| Collect upfront payments before work starts | Deposit requests available | Deposit requests available |
Auto-invoice billable time | Turn tracked time into invoices automatically | Auto-populate invoices from tracked hours | No time tracking to invoice |
Custom invoice data fields | Create custom invoice data you can sort, filter, and report on | Basic custom fields on invoices | No custom invoice data fields |
Centralized unified inbox | Manage email, chat, and messages from one shared inbox | Communicator with email, SMS, and phone in one view (Pro plan) | Client messaging within the portal (not a unified inbox) |
| Connect and manage all your email accounts in one place | Two-way email sync via Communicator (Pro plan) | Reply via email to portal messages (no full email sync) |
| Add real-time chat to your website and client portals | | |
| Message teammates privately without leaving your workspace | Direct messages via Communicator | No team direct messaging (client messaging only) |
Contextual project conversations | Keep conversations tied directly to the project they belong to | Full conversation history in Communicator | Client messages tied to the portal context |
| Create shared spaces for team-wide discussions | | |
| Organize channels by team, topic, or workflow | | |
| Notify teammates instantly inside conversations | @mentions supported in task comments | |
| See when messages are read | Conversation history tracked (no read receipts) | |
| Share files directly inside conversations | 50 MB attachments or external links (no native file storage) | File sharing within the client portal |
| Collaborate on incoming emails as a team | No shared team email inbox | |
| Access and respond to messages on mobile | | Mobile-responsive portal (no native mobile app) |
| Reply from your email client and keep conversations synced | Email replies sync to Communicator threads | Reply via email to messaging notifications |
| Keep all client and project files in one organized place | File attachments on tasks (50 MB limit, no file manager) | File sharing and storage within the client portal |
Advanced folder organization | Organize files by project, client, or structure you choose | Project-level organization (no complex hierarchy) | Basic file organization within the portal |
| Control who can view or edit folders | 4 project access levels apply to files | Client portal access controls for files |
| Group files by person when needed | No person-based file organization | No person-based file organization |
| Keep files scoped to each project | Files organized within projects | Files organized within client portal sections |
| Preview files instantly without downloading | Basic file previews within tasks | Basic file previews in the portal |
| Capture file metadata you can sort and filter | No custom file metadata fields | No custom file metadata fields |
| Create and edit documents directly inside Plutio | Proposal and contract documents only | No built-in document editor |
Comments on files and docs | Leave comments directly on files and documents | Comments and @mentions on tasks | No file commenting system |
| Move, tag, or manage many files at once | | |
| Find files quickly using search and filters | Search within project context | Basic file search within the portal |
| Sync files with Google Drive or Dropbox | No native cloud storage sync | No native cloud storage sync |
| Restrict access with permissions or passwords | 4 project access levels control file visibility | Portal-based access controls for file sharing |
| Share files externally with controlled access | Share via task attachments or external links only | Files shared via client portal access |
| Let clients book meetings directly without back-and-forth emails | Embeddable booking page with calendar sync | Limited scheduling via Calendly embed (not native) |
| Build a fully branded, customizable booking system using a drag-and-drop editor | Customizable booking page with branding | No native booking page (relies on Calendly embed) |
Advanced availability management | Define flexible availability rules applied automatically to bookings | Custom availability windows with calendar blocking | No native availability management |
| Add buffer time automatically between meetings | Configurable buffer between meetings | No native buffer times (relies on Calendly) |
| Create unlimited booking types with different rules and setups | Multiple meeting types with unique settings | No native meeting types (relies on Calendly) |
Calendar sync (Google/Outlook) | Two-way calendar sync that stays up to date automatically | Google, Outlook, iCloud, CalDAV | No native calendar sync (relies on Calendly embed) |
Customizable booking confirmations | Fully customizable confirmation pages with no layout or branding limits | Automated confirmations and reminders | No native booking confirmations |
| Send bookers anywhere after scheduling, not just a fixed thank-you page | Customizable confirmation pages | No native booking redirects |
Booking automation triggers | Trigger automated workflows the moment a meeting is booked | Automated reminders and confirmations | Basic workflow triggers available |
| Send automatic reminders without manual follow-ups | Automated meeting reminders | No native meeting reminders |
Automatic timezone detection | Handle timezones automatically without manual adjustments | Calendar sync handles timezones (no explicit detection documented) | Portal handles timezones (no booking-specific detection) |
Paid appointments (Stripe/PayPal) | Collect payments during booking without extra steps | Require payment before meeting is booked | No paid appointment scheduling |
| Build booking forms with full control over questions and layout | Custom intake forms on meeting types | |
Minimum notice / daily booking limits | Set booking limits to control lead time and daily volume | Booking limits not confirmed in documentation | |
Rescheduling and cancellation controls | Define flexible rules for rescheduling and cancellations | Clients can reschedule or cancel bookings | No native scheduling controls |
Automated workflows builder | Build advanced workflows visually without code or rigid templates | Visual workflow builder (Pro plan only) | Basic workflow automations (triggers and actions) |
| Start workflows from real events across projects, clients, and payments | Pipeline, form submission, and invoice triggers (Pro plan only) | Basic event triggers for automations |
| Run workflows on schedules you control, not fixed intervals | No independent time-based triggers | No schedule-based workflows |
| Chain multiple actions into one continuous automation | Multi-step sequences with branching | Basic multi-step automations |
| Create conditional paths instead of one-size-fits-all flows | Decision widget with AND/OR logic | |
| Add precise timing between steps, down to minutes or days | Wait For conditions only (no timed delays) | No delay-based automation actions |
| Create, update, or move records automatically across the system | Create projects, send invoices, send agreements | Basic record creation via automations |
| Reorganize work automatically without manual cleanup | Change pipeline stage only (no move/duplicate/archive) | No auto-move or duplicate rules |
| Automatically archive or remove records based on rules | No auto-delete or archive rules | No auto-delete or archive rules |
| Trigger or receive real-time events from external systems | Webhook events (Pro plan only) | API access and Zapier integration available |
| Send automated emails tied to real workflow events | Send email from templates with tokens | Basic email notifications from automations |
| Add notes or comments automatically where work happens | | No automated comment posting |
| See exactly what ran, when, and why | No automation activity logs | No automation activity logs |
| Pass data between steps dynamically without manual mapping | Basic token replacement in emails and agreements | Basic merge fields for client data |
| Run workflows that span projects, tasks, proposals, invoices, and more | Pipeline-triggered only (limited cross-entity scope) | Limited cross-entity automation scope |
| Build fully branded forms that match your workflow and client experience | Unlimited form creation with templates | Forms and intake (no native conditional logic) |
Drag-and-drop form builder | Design forms visually with full layout control, no code required | Form builder with reusable templates | Form builder with field configuration (not full drag-and-drop) |
| Reuse form structures without rebuilding from scratch | | Basic form templates available |
| Collect structured data you can sort, filter, and report on | Custom fields (text, select, radio, checkbox) | Custom fields on forms with multiple field types |
| Show or hide fields based on responses, not static forms | Conditional show/hide fields with AND/OR logic | No native conditional logic (available via Typeform/Jotform embeds) |
Instant email notifications | Get notified immediately when forms are submitted | Auto-responses on submission | Email notifications on form submission |
| Trigger automated workflows when a form is submitted | Form submissions can feed into automations (Pro plan) | Form submissions can trigger basic automations |
| Embed forms anywhere without layout restrictions | | Embeddable forms on websites |
Advanced field preferences | Control required, hidden, and default field behavior | | Basic field settings (required/optional) |
Comprehensive field types | Collect text, files, dates, selections, and more | Text, select, radio, checkbox (no regex or conditional validation) | 5 question types: short text, long text, single select, multi select, file upload |
| Collect legally binding signatures directly inside forms | E-signatures via contract documents | E-signatures via contract documents (not form fields) |
| Accept file uploads as part of form submissions | File attachments (50 MB limit) | File upload fields on forms |
Redirect after submission | Send submitters to a custom next step, not a fixed thank-you page | Custom redirect after form submission | Basic confirmation page (limited redirect options) |
| Manage contacts and companies in one connected system | Client profiles with lifetime earnings and sales pipeline | Basic client management within the portal (no pipeline or deals) |
| Track organizations, not just individual contacts | Client records (no separate company entities) | Client and company management with company-level channels |
Custom contact data fields | Collect and manage structured contact data you define | Custom fields on CRM objects | Custom fields with visibility rules and client-editable options |
Complete activity timeline | See every interaction with a client in one place | Historical data per client (not a formal timeline) | Basic client interaction history |
Contacts labeling and grouping | Organize contacts flexibly without rigid pipelines | Prospect vs Client record types (no tags) | Tag-based custom fields for client segmentation |
Comprehensive knowledge base | Create an internal wiki for processes, docs, and guides | No wiki or knowledge base | Client-facing helpdesk and knowledge base |
Beautiful rich text pages | Write structured, formatted content without complexity | | Rich text articles with images and embeds |
| Build deep knowledge hierarchies without limits | | |
Granular page permissions | Control exactly who can view or edit each page | | Tag-based article visibility rules |
Custom dashboards and pages | Build dashboards around what matters to you, not fixed metrics | Homebase dashboard (not fully customizable) | Fixed dashboard overview (not customizable) |
Drag-and-drop dashboard builder | Design dashboards visually with full layout control | No drag-and-drop dashboard builder | No drag-and-drop dashboard builder |
| Visualize data with customizable charts | Basic pipeline and revenue charts | |
| Track key numbers without manual reporting | Revenue and time metrics (no custom KPIs) | Basic business metrics displayed |
| Monitor progress toward defined goals | | |
| Add contextual notes directly to dashboards | No notes widget on dashboard | No notes widget on dashboard |
| View upcoming events alongside work and metrics | Calendar widget on homebase | |
| Track revenue and expenses in the same view | | Basic revenue and invoice tracking |
| Run the entire platform under your brand | White-label on Pro plan ($25/month) only | Full white-label with custom domain on higher plans |
| Apply your brand colors across the system | Logo, colors, fonts on client portal (Pro plan) | Brand colors on client portal (higher plans) |
| Fine-tune styling beyond basic theming | | |
Custom login/signup pages | Use branded authentication pages instead of generic screens | Branded portal welcome page (Pro plan) | Branded portal login page |
| Send all system emails with your branding | | |
| Use your own fonts throughout the platform | Custom fonts and logo on portal (Pro plan) | Font picker with dozens of preset fonts (not custom uploads) |
| Replace all platform logos with your own | Custom fonts and logo on portal (Pro plan) | Custom logos on portal and documents |
| Run everything on your own domain | Custom domain via CNAME (Pro plan only) | Custom domain supported on higher plans |
| Send emails from your own email infrastructure | SMTP configuration for sending from your own email address | Custom email domain (noreply@yourdomain.com) on Professional+ (not full SMTP) |
| Embed Plutio directly into your website or product | | |
| Shape the platform to match how your business works | Workspace configuration included | Configurable portal modules |
| Add, remove, or reorder navigation items freely | Toggleable portal modules (not full menu editor) | Toggleable portal modules (not full menu editor) |
| Show different navigation for different roles | No user-based menu customization | App Visibility settings control which apps each client sees (Professional+) |
| Create role types beyond preset permissions | Fixed roles only (no custom role creation) | Basic client and admin roles |
Advanced user permissions | Control access at a granular level | No granular per-task permissions | Portal-level access controls |
| Support enterprise-grade single sign-on | | Google SSO for internal users and clients (all plans, not traditional SAML SSO) |
| Integrate with external systems without lock-in | Native: Stripe, PayPal, QuickBooks, Google/Outlook Calendar, Zoom, Google Meet, Plaid | API on all plans; Zapier/Make on Professional+ only |
| Connect to thousands of apps without custom code | Zapier integration (Pro plan only) | Zapier integration (Professional+ only, not on Starter) |
| Build advanced automation scenarios visually | Make.com integration (Pro plan only) | Make.com integration (Professional+ only, not on Starter) |
| Connect services without usage-based limits | Pabbly Connect integration (Pro plan only) | Pabbly Connect integration available |
| Build custom integrations with full system access | Public API with 29 endpoints (Pro plan only) | Public API available for custom integrations |
Incoming & outgoing webhooks | Send and receive real-time events | Webhook events (Pro plan only) | Outgoing webhooks available via API |
| Access your business from native mobile apps | | Mobile-responsive portal (no native mobile apps) |
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| Full-featured Android app | | |
| Native macOS app for desktop workflows | | |
| Native Windows app for desktop workflows | | |