Comparison
Businys vs HoneyBook
HoneyBook raised prices 89% in early 2026 — Starter jumped from $19 to $36/mo. Compare Businys as a HoneyBook alternative with a free tier, 26 practice-specific workflows, and built-in AI.
Best for: Photography, Design, Wedding Planning
Feature comparison
| Feature | Businys | HoneyBook |
|---|---|---|
| Contracts & e-signatures | ||
| Invoicing & payments | ||
| Lead capture forms | ||
| Client portal | ||
| Scheduling & bookings | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Full data export (CSV, JSON, ZIP) | ||
| Free tier | ||
| Built-in AI assistant (not an add-on) | ||
| MCP / AI agent integration | ||
| 26 practice-specific workflows | ||
| CODB pricing calculator | ||
| Gear inventory & depreciation | ||
| Gallery proofing | ||
| API access (all plans) |
Pricing
Businys
Free tier always available. Starter $12/mo, Pro $29/mo, Power $49/mo.
HoneyBook
No free tier. Starter $36/mo, Essentials $59/mo, Premium $129/mo (as of Q1 2026 — 89% increase from 2025 pricing).
Data portability
Your data should be yours. Here's how each platform handles it.
Businys
Full export in CSV, JSON, and ZIP on all plans including free. API access. MCP server with 221 tools.
HoneyBook
No bulk data export. No API access. No machine-readable export format.