DrChrono vs NovoPsych
Both score 6.8/10. Compare features and pricing below.
Both score 6.8/10. Buy DrChrono if you run a specialty medical practice and want iPad-native workflow with a strong API. Skip if you're a therapist or small behavioral health practice — this wasn't built for you and the price reflects it.
DrChrono 
NovoPsych Rank
#29 of 41
Rank
#32 of 41
Features
18/18
Features
5/18
Starting at
$249/mo
Starting at
$0/mo
User reviews
3.5/5 (522)
User reviews
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What they cost
| DrChrono | NovoPsych | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $249 /mo | Free /mo |
| Free trial | No | Free tier available |
| Number of plans | 4 | 5 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, NovoPsych looks cheaper at $0/month vs $249/month. But sticker price is only part of the story. Look at what is included on the base plan, how many users you get, and whether you need add-ons to get the features you actually need. The $99/month plan that requires $200 in add-ons is actually more expensive than the $250/month plan that includes everything.
Where DrChrono wins
- iPad-native app is a genuine differentiator for mobile-first practices
- Award-winning open API with hundreds of integrations
- E-prescribing with EPCS controlled substances included in all plans
- Strong template library for specialty practices outside behavioral health
Where NovoPsych wins
- 150+ validated assessments with instant scoring and symptom trajectory graphs
- NovoNote AI Scribe supports CBT, ACT, EMDR, and other specific modalities
- Free tier gives 5 assessments/month which covers a light caseload
- Practice plans with clinical governance reports for group oversight
Where DrChrono falls short
- Starting at $249/provider/mo makes it one of the most expensive options in this category
- 3.5 G2 rating with declining user satisfaction in recent reviews
- No free trial to test before committing to a monthly contract
- Apollo Plus at $1,200/mo minimum is enterprise pricing aimed at small practices
Where NovoPsych falls short
- NOT a practice management platform — outcome measures and AI notes only
- No scheduling, billing, client portal messaging, or insurance features
- No G2 or Capterra presence — Australian-origin, still building US awareness
- No open API for integrations
Who is each product built for?
DrChrono
Target: 1-50 providers
Buy DrChrono if you run a specialty medical practice and want iPad-native workflow with a strong API. Skip if you're a therapist or small behavioral health practice — this wasn't built for you and the price reflects it.
NovoPsych
Target: 1-20 practitioners
Buy NovoPsych if you're a psychologist who needs serious outcome tracking with AI-assisted session notes. Skip if you need a full practice management system — pair this with SimplePractice or TherapyNotes instead.
Feature comparison
| Feature | DrChrono | NovoPsych |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance & Security | ||
| HIPAA compliant | ||
| Telehealth / video sessions | ||
| Secure messaging | ||
| Scheduling & Clients | ||
| Online scheduling | ||
| Client portal | ||
| Intake forms / assessments | ||
| Automated reminders | ||
| Clinical | ||
| Progress notes / documentation | ||
| Treatment plans | ||
| E-prescribing | ||
| Outcome measures / assessments | ||
| Billing & Payments | ||
| Insurance billing / claims | ||
| Payment processing | ||
| Superbill generation | ||
| Automated billing | ||
| Platform | ||
| Group practice support | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Integrations / API | ||
Common questions
Both score 6.8/10. DrChrono fits 1-50 providers, while NovoPsych fits 1-20 practitioners. Pick based on your team size and the features you need most.
DrChrono starts at $249/month. NovoPsych starts at $0/month. Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-04-01.
DrChrono: No free trial. NovoPsych: Yes, 15-day free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
DrChrono covers 18 of 18 features we track. NovoPsych covers 5 of 18. DrChrono has broader feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
Yes, DrChrono has a mobile app. NovoPsych does not.
Yes. The main effort is migrating your data (customer lists, job history, invoices). Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both. Most healthcare practice management tools can import CSV data. Ask both vendors about migration support before you sign.
The bottom line
Pick DrChrono if...
Tech-forward specialty medical practices that want iPad-native charting and a strong API ecosystem
Pick NovoPsych if...
Psychologists who need serious outcome tracking with AI-assisted session notes