Government · head to head
IAPro vs PublicInput
The short version
- Each has a real cost: IAPro a public university's procurement documentation for IAPro (CI Technologies, acquired by Versaterm Public Safety in 2023) states the software is sold as an unlimited-use license covering all concurrent users and workstations with no additional or hidden licensing costs, and the first year of annual maintenance is included free; no dollar figure for that license was disclosed in the document, so total cost is not visible without a direct quote.; PublicInput all three plans, Listen, Engage and Engage Plus, are listed as Request Pricing with no published rate, minimum or cost driver
- They diverge on capability: IAPro covers Case Management, PublicInput covers Virtual Public Meetings.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which IAPro and PublicInput actually diverge.
| Attribute | IAPro | PublicInput |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $500/month | $400/month |
| Platforms | Web, Desktop | Web, Ios, Android |
| Founded | 1997 | 2014 |
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Government).
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 IAPro
- Case Management
- Early Warning System
- Use of Force Tracking
- Analytics
- Reporting
- CAD Systems
- RMS
- HR Systems
Only in PublicInput
- Virtual Public Meetings
- Online Surveys
- Comment Management
- Multi-language Support
- Engagement Analytics
- Zoom
- Microsoft Teams
- GovDelivery
Both cover
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
IAPro
- Citizen Servicesnot PublicInput
- Records Managementnot PublicInput
- Public Safetynot PublicInput
- Civic Engagementnot PublicInput
PublicInput
- Civic engagementnot IAPro
- Government consultationnot IAPro
- Public input collectionnot IAPro
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
IAPro
- A public university's procurement documentation for IAPro (CI Technologies, acquired by Versaterm Public Safety in 2023) states the software is sold as an unlimited-use license covering all concurrent users and workstations with no additional or hidden licensing costs, and the first year of annual maintenance is included free; no dollar figure for that license was disclosed in the document, so total cost is not visible without a direct quote.
PublicInput
- All three plans, Listen, Engage and Engage Plus, are listed as Request Pricing with no published rate, minimum or cost driver
- HTML and CSS customization, custom workflows and approvals, and external system integration with Accela and ESRI are listed as Enterprise Capabilities rather than core platform features
- Public meetings functionality is sold under a separate Meetings plan rather than being included with the Engagement plans
- Getting a plan requires booking a consultation and a tailored demo rather than self serve signup
Pricing, plan by plan
IAPro
$500/month- IAPro$500/month
- Case Management
- Early Warning
- Analytics
PublicInput
$400/month- Enterprise$400/month
- Virtual Meetings
- Surveys
- Comment Management
Which should you pick?
Choose IAPro if
- You need case management.
- You work on Web, Desktop.
- You also want early warning system.
Choose PublicInput if
- You need virtual public meetings.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want online surveys.
Questions people ask
- Is IAPro or PublicInput better?
- Neither clearly leads. IAPro starts at $500/month and PublicInput at $400/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, IAPro or PublicInput?
- IAPro starts at $500/month and PublicInput at $400/month.
- Does IAPro or PublicInput run on more platforms?
- IAPro runs on Web, Desktop. PublicInput runs on Web, Ios, Android.
- What is IAPro best used for?
- IAPro is most often used for citizen services, records management, public safety, civic engagement. Of those, citizen services and records management are not what PublicInput is typically brought in for.
- What can IAPro do that PublicInput cannot?
- IAPro covers Case Management, Early Warning System, Use of Force Tracking, Analytics. PublicInput covers Virtual Public Meetings, Online Surveys, Comment Management, Multi-language Support. Both handle Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
IAPro: How much does IAPro cost?
Pricing is not published. IAPro is an enterprise solution for professional standards management with custom pricing based on organizational needs.
SourcePublicInput: How much does PublicInput cost?
PublicInput does not publish pricing on their website. Customers must request a demo or book a meeting to receive a quote based on their specific needs.
SourceIAPro: Can I try IAPro before committing to a purchase?
No self-serve trial is mentioned. The site directs interested parties to book a consultation with the sales team to discuss evaluation options.
SourcePublicInput: What pricing plans does PublicInput offer?
PublicInput offers Engagement Plans and Meetings Plans, but specific pricing for each plan is not publicly available and requires contacting their sales team.
SourceIAPro: How do I request a quote or demo?
Contact Versaterm directly at 613-820-0311, 1-866-729-2947, or use the contact form at their website. They offer consultation booking for enterprise prospects.
SourceIAPro: What is the typical contract length?
Contract terms are not disclosed on the website. As an enterprise product, terms are negotiated individually during the sales process.
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