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Arable vs ClearAg

Arable logo

Arable

Agriculture

In-field crop intelligence platform

From
$29/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
ClearAg logo

ClearAg

Weather

Weather-driven agriculture intelligence platform

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Arable requires the Mark 3 field sensor, so it is a hardware deployment rather than a software subscription; ClearAg no published pricing for ClearAg or DTN agricultural data services
  • They diverge on capability: Arable covers Weather monitoring, ClearAg covers Spray window predictions.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Arable and ClearAg actually diverge.

Attributes where Arable and ClearAg differ
AttributeArableClearAg
Starting price$29/monthOn request
Pricing modelsubscriptionquote
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, HardwareApi, Web, Mobile
CategoryAgricultureWeather
Founded20141984

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Arable

  • Weather monitoring
  • Evapotranspiration
  • Chlorophyll index
  • Disease risk models
  • Growth stage tracking
  • Climate FieldView
  • John Deere
  • Trimble

Only in ClearAg

  • Spray window predictions
  • Field accessibility
  • Growing conditions
  • Pest modeling
  • Irrigation planning
  • Farm management systems
  • APIs
  • Enterprise platforms

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Arable

  • In-field weather and crop monitoring from a single sensornot ClearAg
  • Irrigation scheduling based on measured conditionsnot ClearAg
  • Water sustainability reporting for enterprise growersnot ClearAg
  • Weather risk management across dispersed fieldsnot ClearAg

ClearAg

  • Grain market data and pricing intelligence for tradersnot Arable
  • Farm intelligence and yield forecasting for producersnot Arable
  • Weather and environmental data for agricultural operationsnot Arable
  • Energy and commodity market data and analyticsnot Arable

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Arable

  • Requires the Mark 3 field sensor, so it is a hardware deployment rather than a software subscription
  • Pricing is not published and goes through a sales conversation
  • Aimed at enterprise growers and advisors rather than smallholders

ClearAg

  • No published pricing for ClearAg or DTN agricultural data services

Pricing, plan by plan

Arable

$29/month
  • Standard$1200/device/year
    • Weather data
    • Crop stress
    • Basic analytics
  • Premium$2400/device/year
    • Full analytics
    • Disease models
    • API access

ClearAg

On request
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Ag weather API
    • Spray conditions
    • Custom integration

Which should you pick?

Choose Arable if

  • You need weather monitoring.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Hardware.
  • You also want evapotranspiration.
Arable review

Choose ClearAg if

  • You need spray window predictions.
  • You work on Api, Web, Mobile.
  • You also want field accessibility.
ClearAg review

Questions people ask

Is Arable or ClearAg better?
Neither clearly leads. Arable starts at $29/month and ClearAg at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Arable or ClearAg?
Arable starts at $29/month and ClearAg at On request.
Does Arable or ClearAg run on more platforms?
Arable runs on Web, Ios, Android, Hardware. ClearAg runs on Api, Web, Mobile.
What is Arable best used for?
Arable is most often used for in-field weather and crop monitoring from a single sensor, irrigation scheduling based on measured conditions, water sustainability reporting for enterprise growers, weather risk management across dispersed fields. Of those, in-field weather and crop monitoring from a single sensor and irrigation scheduling based on measured conditions are not what ClearAg is typically brought in for.
What can Arable do that ClearAg cannot?
Arable covers Weather monitoring, Evapotranspiration, Chlorophyll index, Disease risk models. ClearAg covers Spray window predictions, Field accessibility, Growing conditions, Pest modeling. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Arable: How do I get pricing for Arable?

Pricing is not published online. Customers can contact Arable directly at [email protected] or by phone at 510-992-4095, or visit their contact page at /contact to request pricing information.

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ClearAg: How much does ClearAg cost?

ClearAg, a DTN product, does not publish standard pricing rates. Pricing varies based on the specific data service, subscription tier, and agricultural use case. Contact DTN directly to discuss your needs and receive a customized quote.

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Arable: Is there a free trial available?

The website does not mention a free trial. Interested customers should contact the company directly to inquire about trial availability.

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ClearAg: What does ClearAg offer?

ClearAg provides grain market data, farm intelligence, yield forecasting, commodity pricing, weather data, and decision-support tools for agricultural producers, traders, and agribusiness companies.

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Arable: Can I get pricing without speaking to sales?

No. Pricing information is only available through direct contact with Arable via email, phone, or their contact form. There is no self-service pricing page.

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