ArborNote vs ArboStar
ArborNote
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| Figure | ArborNote | ArboStar |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $75/mo | $149/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Spec score · Arborist Software | 8.5 (#1) | 7.7 (#6) |
| Spec score · Tree Service Software | 8.5 (#4) | 7.8 (#16) |
| Headquarters | Irvine, California, United States | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Integrations | Enterprise includes HubSpot and Zapier integrations and ArborNote Open API access. | The integrations page lists QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Fortnox, Google/Outlook/Apple calendars, Google Maps, Authorize.Net, Bambora, Paystri, VoIP, Inova Payroll, Wisetack, and Gusto. |
| Purpose | ArborNote combines tree inventories, proposals, work orders, scheduling, invoicing and CRM for tree care businesses. | ArboStar is an all-in-one business management platform designed for tree-care companies. |
| Support | Essential includes unlimited email and phone support with an average response time of 48 hours; Enterprise lists priority support with a 24-hour average response time. | The pricing page advertises dedicated customer care available 24/7 and a free demo without commitment. |
Plans
ArborNote
- ArborNote Works$75 a month
- Premium add-on$100 a month
- Essential$240 a month
- Enterprise$350 a month
ArboStar
- Starter (US)$149 a month
- Growing (US)$249 a month
- Enterprise (US)Priced on request
In their own words
ArborNote
ArborNote brings tree inventories, proposals, work orders, scheduling, invoicing and CRM together for tree care businesses. Users can GPS-map trees, add photos, view inventories as maps or lists and share live maps. Proposal creation uses tree data, with automated follow-up available for estimates and invoices. Work orders can organize locations, inventory maps, service scope, schedules, crew assignments and resource needs; they also support Job Safety Analysis forms and pre-job hazard surveys. ArborNote Pay accepts credit, debit and ACH payments, and estimates and invoices sync with QuickBooks Online and Desktop. Mobile apps for Apple and Android are listed for ArborNote and ArborNote Works, and the company says its apps work offline where coverage is absent. Enterprise includes HubSpot and Zapier integrations plus Open API access. The API page describes key rotation, HTTPS-only endpoints and scoped access. There is no free plan; a 14-day trial is available. Listed prices include ArborNote Works at $75 a month, Essential at $240 a month, Enterprise at $350 a month and the Premium add-on at $100 a month.