Head-to-head
HoneyBook vs Dubsado
Short answer: HoneyBook scores higher in 1 of 1 shared ranking. Every number below comes from the same public checklist as our rankings, with a source for every point.
Best Client Onboarding Software for Freelancers
Task: Take a new client from "yes" to kickoff: contract, deposit, intake form, kickoff call. HoneyBook ranks #2 and Dubsado ranks #4 of 4. See the full ranking →
| Criterion | HoneyBook | Dubsado | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan scored | Starter ($36/mo) | Starter ($27.92/mo) | |
| Overall score | 7.9 | 7.3 | HoneyBook |
| Quality (40%) | 10 | 8 | HoneyBook |
| Speed / time saved (25%) | 7 | 7 | Tie |
| Price (20%) | 4 | 5 | Dubsado |
| Ease of use (15%) | 9 | 9 | Tie |
Pick HoneyBook if…
Best client experience on the checklist, at the highest price.
On the plan scored, HoneyBook has and Dubsado lacks or limits:
- AI features on the plan
Starter is $36/mo monthly ($29 yearly).
Pricing
| Tool | List price | Free plan / trial | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| HoneyBook | $29/mo billed yearly ($36 monthly) | No free plan. 30-day trial | 2026-10-22 |
| Dubsado | $335/yr Starter ($525/yr Premier) | No free plan. 21-day trial, no card | 2026-10-22 |
Prices are list prices from each vendor's pricing page on the date shown. Introductory discounts are ignored. How we score →