Our verdict
Onboard.io offers the best entry point in the category. The free plan alone makes it worth trying. If you outgrow it, upgrade to Client Portal Pro — but start here.
Score breakdown
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Pros & cons
What we liked
- Fastest setup we tested — under 45 minutes from signup to first client workflow
- Free plan is genuinely useful, not artificially crippled
- Pricing fairness is the best in category — paid plans are competitively priced
- Clean, intuitive interface that clients understand without explanation
What we didn't
- Automation is limited on free and starter plans
- No white labelling on any plan
- Scales poorly beyond 20 active clients — performance degrades
- No custom domain support
Who it's for
Best for: Solo operators, freelancers, and small agencies (under 5 people) who want a professional onboarding experience without a large monthly commitment.
Not for: Agencies that need white labelling, deep automation, or manage more than 20 active clients simultaneously.
Pricing
Free
$0
Up to 3 clients
Core portal, intake forms, basic branding
Solo
$19/mo
Up to 10 clients
Unlimited forms, email sequences, Zapier
Team
$39/mo
Up to 25 clients
Team accounts, priority support, API access