Side-by-side comparison
| ProtoPM | Procore (typical) | |
|---|---|---|
| Start cost | $0 Free plan | Quote or seat tiers |
| Signup | Self-serve | Usually sales-led |
| Core job tools | Schedule, field, punch, costs, changes | Broad platform; varies by package |
| Best for | Contractors and project managers | Large portfolios |
| Paid plan | Add-ons from $5 CAD/mo | Seat tiers and modules |
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 Procore wins
Choose Procore for ERP and accounting integrations, single sign-on or client-required workflows.
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
- Is ProtoPM a Procore alternative?
- Yes, for construction teams that need core job tools without an enterprise rollout. It doesn't replace every Procore module.
- How much does ProtoPM cost compared with Procore?
- ProtoPM Free is $0. Optional company add-ons start at $5 CAD/mo when you need extras like more storage or branded documents — nobody pays per user. Procore publishes its own pricing.
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Start free. Upgrade only if you need more.