HoneyBook alternative · $19/mo

Client onboarding for photographers, coaches & planners

Send your client a link. They fill in the project brief, upload their files, and you're ready to work. No back-and-forth. No bloated CRM. Half the price of HoneyBook.

Free for up to 3 clients. No credit card required.

Built for independent service providers

Pick the intake template that fits your work. Each one asks exactly the right questions.

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Wedding Photographers

Send a contract, collect your deposit, and get the full wedding brief — before the shoot day.

  • Wedding date & venue
  • Shot list & style preferences
  • Deliverables & RAW file policy
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Portrait & Commercial

Brief your clients on style, usage rights, and deliverables before they show up on set.

  • Shoot type & location
  • Image usage & licensing
  • Reference photos & mood
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Coaches & Consultants

Get a signed agreement and intake form completed before your first session.

  • Goals & current challenges
  • Availability & session format
  • Commitment level & expectations
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Event & Wedding Planners

Collect venue details, guest counts, and budget — all in one organized brief.

  • Event type, date & venue
  • Guest count & budget range
  • Style vision & services needed

Everything you need to onboard clients fast

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5 intake form templates

Wedding photography, portrait, coaching, event planning, and web design — each with purpose-built questions.

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Asset collection built in

Clients upload logos, references, and files directly. No Dropbox, no WeTransfer, no chasing emails.

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Auto confirmation email

Clients get an instant confirmation when they submit. You get notified the moment their brief lands.

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Project dashboard

See every client's onboarding status at a glance. Pending, submitted, complete — all in one place.

How it works

1

Create a project

Choose the right template for your work. Enter your client's name and email. Takes 30 seconds.

2

Share the link

Copy the unique link and send it to your client. No account required on their end.

3

Client fills the brief

They answer the intake questions and upload their files. You get notified instantly.

Half the price. None of the bloat.

HoneyBook raised prices 89% in 2025. OnboardKit gives you the intake, briefs, and files — at the old HoneyBook price. Full comparison →

ToolPriceVerdict
OnboardKit Pro$19/moFocused & fast
HoneyBook$19 $36/mo89% price hike 2025
Dubsado$20/moSteep learning curve
Bonsai$21/moOverwhelming for intake

Simple pricing

Start free. Upgrade when you need more.

Free
$0
forever
  • ✓ Up to 3 client projects
  • ✓ All 5 intake templates
  • ✓ File uploads per project
  • ✓ Project dashboard
  • ✓ Auto confirmation emails
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  • ✓ Unlimited client projects
  • ✓ All 5 intake templates
  • ✓ Unlimited file uploads
  • ✓ Designer notification emails
  • ✓ Priority support
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$49
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  • ✓ Everything in Pro
  • ✓ Up to 5 team members
  • ✓ Shared project inbox
  • ✓ Custom branding
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Frequently asked questions

Do clients need to create an account?

No. Clients just open the link and fill in the form. No signup, no password, no friction.

What templates are available?

Wedding photography, portrait & commercial photography, coaching & consulting, wedding & event planning, and web design. More coming.

What file types can clients upload?

Any file type. Images, PDFs, ZIP files, videos — up to 50 MB per file.

Where are uploaded files stored?

Files are stored securely on Cloudflare R2 and only accessible by you.

Is this a HoneyBook replacement?

For client intake and briefs — yes, and at half the price. Contracts and invoicing are coming soon.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes, cancel anytime from your dashboard. No questions asked.

Stop chasing clients for information

Free for your first 3 projects. No credit card required.

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