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Calm vs Eaglesoft

Calm logo

Calm

Software

Sleep, meditation and relaxation

From
Free
Rated
-
Eaglesoft logo

Eaglesoft

Software

Complete Dental Practice Management Solution

From
$279/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Calm has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Calm free tier is severely limited, with almost all content requiring payment; Eaglesoft the Internet Archive's capture of Patterson Dental's Eaglesoft page on 19 October 2019 confirmed the product is sold via 'Request more information' or phone with no price published, and directly integrates only with Sirona, Schick by Sirona (exclusive), Planmeca, Air Techniques, Instrumentarium, Soredex and Progeny imaging systems.
  • They diverge on capability: Calm covers Sleep Stories, Eaglesoft covers Clinical charting.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Calm and Eaglesoft actually diverge.

Attributes where Calm and Eaglesoft differ
AttributeCalmEaglesoft
Starting priceFree$279/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsiOS, Android, WebWindows, Web
Founded20121877

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 Calm

  • Sleep Stories
  • Guided meditations
  • Daily Calm
  • Breathing exercises
  • Calm Body stretching
  • Apple Health
  • Apple Watch
  • Samsung Health

Only in Eaglesoft

  • Clinical charting
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Insurance management
  • Treatment planning
  • Digital imaging integration
  • Patient communication
  • Financial reporting
  • Document management

What people use each for

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

Calm

  • Workout trackingnot Eaglesoft
  • Nutrition managementnot Eaglesoft
  • Health monitoringnot Eaglesoft
  • Fitness coachingnot Eaglesoft
  • Wellness improvementnot Eaglesoft

Eaglesoft

  • Practice managementnot Calm
  • Digital imagingnot Calm
  • Patient schedulingnot Calm
  • Insurance billingnot Calm
  • Clinical documentationnot Calm

Where each one falls short

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

Calm

  • Free tier is severely limited, with almost all content requiring payment
  • Only one meditation per day included in free tier (Daily Calm)
  • Annual pricing is among the highest in the meditation app category
  • Less extensive free content library compared to Insight Timer (which has 100,000+ free meditations)
  • Limited customization of meditation sessions; mostly follows Calm's curated content

Eaglesoft

  • The Internet Archive's capture of Patterson Dental's Eaglesoft page on 19 October 2019 confirmed the product is sold via 'Request more information' or phone with no price published, and directly integrates only with Sirona, Schick by Sirona (exclusive), Planmeca, Air Techniques, Instrumentarium, Soredex and Progeny imaging systems.

Pricing, plan by plan

Calm

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Daily Calm
    • Select Sleep Stories
    • 1 breathing exercise
  • Premium Monthly$12.99/month
    • All content unlocked
    • Sleep Stories
    • Masterclasses
  • Premium Annual$69.99/year
    • All content unlocked
    • Sleep Stories
    • Masterclasses
  • Family Plan$99.99/year
    • Up to 6 accounts
    • All Premium content
    • Separate customization per member

Eaglesoft

$279/month
  • Eaglesoft Core$279/month
    • Patient scheduling
    • Clinical charting
    • Insurance processing
  • Eaglesoft Premium$449/month
    • Everything in Core
    • Advanced imaging integration
    • Patient communication tools
  • Eaglesoft Enterprise$599/month
    • Everything in Premium
    • Multi-location management
    • Centralized reporting

Which should you pick?

Choose Calm if

  • You need sleep stories.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want guided meditations.

Choose Eaglesoft if

  • You need clinical charting.
  • You work on Windows, Web.
  • You also want appointment scheduling.

Questions people ask

Is Calm or Eaglesoft better?
Neither clearly leads. Calm starts at Free and Eaglesoft at $279/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Calm or Eaglesoft?
Calm has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Calm and $279/month for Eaglesoft.
Does Calm or Eaglesoft run on more platforms?
Calm runs on iOS, Android, Web. Eaglesoft runs on Windows, Web.
Can I use Calm for free?
Yes. Calm has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Eaglesoft starts at $279/month.
What is Calm best used for?
Calm is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what Eaglesoft is typically brought in for.
What can Calm do that Eaglesoft cannot?
Calm covers Sleep Stories, Guided meditations, Daily Calm, Breathing exercises. Eaglesoft covers Clinical charting, Appointment scheduling, Insurance management, Treatment planning.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Calm: What does Calm's free tier include?

The free plan includes 1 breathing exercise, Day 1 of programs, select Sleep Stories, and Scenes, plus the famous Daily Calm feature and bedtime stories. Most content is locked behind the paid tier.

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Calm: What is included in Calm Premium?

Calm Premium (all paid tiers are identical) includes The Daily Calm, Sleep Stories narrated by celebrities, exclusive music playlists, masterclasses taught by experts, Daily Move video lessons for stretching and mindful movement, and the entire content library.

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Calm: How much does Calm Premium cost?

Monthly subscription is $12.99/month, annual is $69.99-$79.99/year, Family Plan is $99.99/year (includes 1 Admin + 5 Members), and lifetime membership is available as a one-time payment.

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Calm: Does Calm offer pricing for organizations or teams?

Yes. Calm offers organizational plans for groups of 5-300 people with per-seat pricing based on total 'covered lives.' Larger groups receive deeper discounts. Pricing is significantly reduced compared to individual subscriptions.

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Calm: Does Calm work offline?

Calm's app functions offline for already-downloaded content. Downloaded Sleep Stories, meditations, and Music programs can be accessed without an internet connection.

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