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Cliniko vs GoodRx

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Cliniko

Healthcare

Clinic management software for health practitioners

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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GoodRx

Healthcare

Compare prescription drug prices and find coupons

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Cliniko priced in practitioner bands rather than per seat, so a clinic adding a sixth practitioner jumps from $95 to $145 a month; GoodRx limited effectiveness for controlled substances and specialty medications due to pharmacist discretion and manufacturer pricing
  • They diverge on capability: Cliniko covers Appointment Scheduling, GoodRx covers Price Comparison.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Cliniko and GoodRx actually diverge.

Attributes where Cliniko and GoodRx differ
AttributeClinikoGoodRx
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsWeb, MobileiOS, Android, Web
Founded20122011

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Healthcare).

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 Cliniko

  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Online Booking
  • Client Management
  • Invoicing
  • Patient Portal
  • Payment processors
  • Online forms
  • SOC2

Only in GoodRx

  • Price Comparison
  • Discount Coupons
  • Pharmacy Finder
  • Drug Information
  • Pharmacies
  • Health Plans
  • HIPAA

Both cover

  • Telehealth
  • Cloud deployment
  • Web support
  • Mobile support

What people use each for

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

Cliniko

  • Practice management for allied health clinicsnot GoodRx
  • Appointment scheduling and online bookingsnot GoodRx
  • Clinical notes and patient recordsnot GoodRx
  • Telehealth consultationsnot GoodRx
  • Invoicing and payment tracking for a multi-practitioner clinicnot GoodRx

GoodRx

  • Comparing and finding the lowest prescription drug price across nearby US pharmaciesnot Cliniko
  • Getting free prescription discount coupons for use at pharmacy checkoutnot Cliniko
  • Low-cost telehealth visits for common conditions via GoodRx Carenot Cliniko
  • Medication price tracking, refill reminders, and drug identificationnot Cliniko
  • Discounted pet medications and dental discounts via GoodRx Companionnot Cliniko

Where each one falls short

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

Cliniko

  • Priced in practitioner bands rather than per seat, so a clinic adding a sixth practitioner jumps from $95 to $145 a month
  • The top published band stops at 200 practitioners
  • SMS is charged separately at 10 cents a message
  • Telehealth requires entering card details before it unlocks, even during the trial
  • There is no free tier, only a 30 day trial

GoodRx

  • Limited effectiveness for controlled substances and specialty medications due to pharmacist discretion and manufacturer pricing
  • Pharmacy acceptance varies and is not universal, with some preferred pharmacies not honoring GoodRx pricing
  • Prices fluctuate daily, weekly, or monthly making it difficult to budget for consistent medication costs
  • Discount prices cannot be combined with insurance coverage, making it unsuitable for insured individuals

Pricing, plan by plan

Cliniko

Free
  • 1 Practitioner$45/month
  • 2-5 Practitioners$95/month
  • 6-8 Practitioners$145/month
  • 9-12 Practitioners$195/month

GoodRx

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the GoodRx review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Cliniko if

  • You need appointment scheduling.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want online booking.
Cliniko review

Choose GoodRx if

  • You need price comparison.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want discount coupons.
GoodRx review

Questions people ask

Is Cliniko or GoodRx better?
Neither clearly leads. Cliniko starts at Free and GoodRx at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Cliniko or GoodRx?
Cliniko starts at Free and GoodRx at Free.
Does Cliniko or GoodRx run on more platforms?
Cliniko runs on Web, Mobile. GoodRx runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use Cliniko for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Cliniko best used for?
Cliniko is most often used for practice management for allied health clinics, appointment scheduling and online bookings, clinical notes and patient records, telehealth consultations. Of those, practice management for allied health clinics and appointment scheduling and online bookings are not what GoodRx is typically brought in for.
What can Cliniko do that GoodRx cannot?
Cliniko covers Appointment Scheduling, Online Booking, Client Management, Invoicing. GoodRx covers Price Comparison, Discount Coupons, Pharmacy Finder, Drug Information. Both handle Telehealth, Cloud deployment, Web support, Mobile support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Cliniko: How much does Cliniko cost for a practice?

Cliniko uses per-practitioner pricing: 1 practitioner $45/month, 2-5 practitioners $95/month, 6-8 practitioners $145/month, 9-12 practitioners $195/month, 13-25 practitioners $295/month, 26-200 practitioners $395/month.

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GoodRx: How much can GoodRx help you save on prescriptions?

GoodRx can help save up to 80% on prescriptions at over 70,000 US pharmacies. Savings vary by medication, pharmacy, and location.

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Cliniko: Does Cliniko offer a free trial?

Cliniko is free to try for the first 30 days with no credit card required initially. A credit card is required to unlock features like Telehealth after the trial begins.

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GoodRx: What is GoodRx Companion and how much does it cost?

GoodRx Companion (formerly GoodRx Gold) is a paid membership at $14.99 per month or $119.88 per year. It includes access to a list of 200+ generic medications that are free for members at participating pharmacies, plus $19 online care visits.

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Cliniko: What is included in all Cliniko plans?

Every Cliniko subscription includes complete feature access, unlimited admin and reception users, unlimited locations, unlimited file storage, unlimited patients, 24/7 monitoring, automatic backups, regular updates, and 24/7 customer support.

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GoodRx: Can GoodRx be combined with insurance or Medicare?

No. GoodRx discounts cannot be used in combination with health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid. Payments with GoodRx also do not count toward insurance deductibles.

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Cliniko: Does Cliniko charge extra for SMS and what discounts apply?

SMS messaging costs 10 cents per message (pre-paid credits required). Annual billing includes one month free every year. Charities and educational institutions qualify for free access. Cliniko commits to no feature-specific fees beyond SMS and offers no annual commitment discounts.

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GoodRx: Are controlled substances eligible for GoodRx discounts?

Some controlled substances are eligible for GoodRx discounts, but certain drugs including all opioids such as hydrocodone and tramadol, and some stimulants like amphetamine are ineligible for Rewards discounts. Pharmacists maintain clinical judgment to refuse coupons for controlled medications.

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