Side-by-side comparison
| ProtoPM | Typical enterprise suite | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $0 · add-ons from $5 CAD/mo | Quote, or seat + module pricing |
| Credit card to start | No credit card | Often a sales contact |
| Onboarding | Self-serve | Demo or implementation |
| Best fit | Contractors and project managers | Mid-size to enterprise portfolios |
| Storage | 2 GB Free · +25/+100 GB packs | Varies by plan |
How ProtoPM works
Free covers unlimited projects and people, your first company free (extra companies are an add-on), and 2 GB of storage per company (more is optional, from $5/mo per company). See every feature.
- Sign up and create a project. A title is enough.
- Financials: budget, actuals and invoices.
- Schedule and Field: dates, daily logs and punch items.
- Project Delivery: changes, risks and lessons learned.
Why teams pick ProtoPM
- $0 Free plan with no end date. No credit card.
- Sign up yourself. No demo call.
- Plain tabs for schedule, field, costs and changes.
- Projects and users are unlimited on Free; the core tools stay free. Optional company add-ons start at $5 CAD/mo when you need extras like more storage or branded documents — nobody pays per user.
When an enterprise suite wins
Choose an enterprise suite for ERP integrations, single sign-on or vendor-required workflows. Compare: Procore, Buildertrend, CoConstruct.
How to start
- Sign up free and confirm your email.
- Create a project with just a title.
- Open Schedule, Field or Financials, then invite your crew.
Common questions
- Can ProtoPM replace an enterprise construction suite?
- For teams that need core job tools, yes. It doesn't match every enterprise module, so check your must-haves first.
- How much does ProtoPM cost?
- Free is $0 for unlimited users and projects. Optional add-ons are billed per company (Add-ons from $5 CAD/mo), bought directly, cancel anytime.
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