OpenEMR vs SimplePractice
On the evidence we track, SimplePractice leads this comparison with a composite score of 51/100. Scores are only directly comparable because these tools share a category; the full breakdown and every source is below.
Capabilities
Feature-by-feature on the axes that matter for healthcare software. “-” means undocumented, not absent.
What each one is
The product in its own terms, so the numbers below have context.
OpenEMR
Free, open-source EHR and practice management platform available for self-deployment or as a managed cloud service. ONC-certified and HIPAA-compliant, designed for ambulatory healthcare practices with integrated clinical workflows and medical billing.
SimplePractice
LeaderCloud-based software that helps therapists, psychiatrists, and other wellness practitioners manage their practice operations, including scheduling, billing, patient documentation, treatment planning, and video consultations.
Pricing
List pricing as published by each vendor, with the date we read it. Always verify at the source before you buy.
OpenEMR
Free open-source or managed cloud starting at ~$70/month
- Self-Hosted (Open Source)Free
- Cloud Standard EditionStarting at approximately $70/month with no per-provider charges
SimplePractice
LeaderFree 30-day trial, then from $49/month. Optional add-ons for Care Aide, Note Taker, and ePrescribe available for all plans.
- Starter$49/month (50% off first 3 months if purchased within 7 days: $24.50/month)
- Essential$79/month (50% off first 3 months if purchased within 7 days: $39.50/month)
- Plus$99/month (50% off first 3 months if purchased within 7 days: $49.50/month)
Platform & deployment
Where each product runs and how it can be hosted. A dash means undocumented, not unsupported.
Integrations
What each product connects to. Counts come from the vendor's own integration directory where one exists.
OpenEMR
- ClaimRev Clearinghouse Module
SimplePractice
LeaderNot documented yet.
Comparison generated from independently-sourced facts. Every value links to its source and retrieval date. See the method.