Healthcare · head to head
Figure 1 vs Practice Fusion
Figure 1
Healthcare
Medical photography and knowledge sharing platform
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- They diverge on capability: Figure 1 covers Case Sharing, Practice Fusion covers Electronic Health Records.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Figure 1 and Practice Fusion actually diverge.
| Attribute | Figure 1 | Practice Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | freemium | subscription |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile | Web, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 2011 | 2005 |
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 Figure 1
- Case Sharing
- Secure Messaging
- Image Upload
- Knowledge Discovery
- CME Access
- Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliant
- BAA
Only in Practice Fusion
- Electronic Health Records
- e-Prescribing
- Lab Orders
- Patient Portal
- Scheduling
- Labs
- Pharmacies
- Imaging Centers
Both cover
- HIPAA
- Cloud deployment
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Figure 1
- Patient Carenot Practice Fusion
- Medical Recordsnot Practice Fusion
- Practice Managementnot Practice Fusion
- Telehealthnot Practice Fusion
Practice Fusion
- Small to medium medical practicesnot Figure 1
- Primary care clinicsnot Figure 1
- Independent clinicians needing electronic chartingnot Figure 1
- Practice management and billing workflowsnot Figure 1
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Figure 1
Nothing recorded yet. See the Figure 1 review.
Practice Fusion
- Cloud-based architecture requires constant internet connectivity
- Requires annual commitment for pricing
Pricing, plan by plan
Figure 1
Free- FreeFree
- Access to cases
- HIPAA-compliant
- Secure sharing
Practice Fusion
Free- Standard$199/month
- Provider license with e-prescribing and chart signing
- 3 signing staff licenses included
- Unlimited non-signing staff licenses
Which should you pick?
Choose Figure 1 if
- You need case sharing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Mobile.
- You also want secure messaging.
Choose Practice Fusion if
- You need electronic health records.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want e-prescribing.
Questions people ask
- Is Figure 1 or Practice Fusion better?
- Neither clearly leads. Figure 1 starts at Free and Practice Fusion at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Figure 1 or Practice Fusion?
- Figure 1 starts at Free and Practice Fusion at Free.
- Does Figure 1 or Practice Fusion run on more platforms?
- Figure 1 runs on Web, Mobile. Practice Fusion runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Figure 1 for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Figure 1 best used for?
- Figure 1 is most often used for patient care, medical records, practice management, telehealth. Of those, patient care and medical records are not what Practice Fusion is typically brought in for.
- What can Figure 1 do that Practice Fusion cannot?
- Figure 1 covers Case Sharing, Secure Messaging, Image Upload, Knowledge Discovery. Practice Fusion covers Electronic Health Records, e-Prescribing, Lab Orders, Patient Portal. Both handle HIPAA, Cloud deployment, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Practice Fusion: How much does Practice Fusion cost?
Practice Fusion starts at $199 per month per provider with an annual commitment required. The pricing includes 3 signing staff licenses and unlimited non-signing staff licenses.
SourcePractice Fusion: Does Practice Fusion offer a free trial?
Yes, Practice Fusion offers a complimentary 2-week trial with no commitment, no upfront costs, and no credit card required.
SourceRelated pages
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