One flat monthly price. No surprises. No fees that grow with your enrollment. Free forever for home daycares.
All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Pay annually and get 2 months free on any paid plan.
See why childcare providers are switching to CheckInKids
| Feature | CheckInKids | Brightwheel | Procare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price (50 kids) | $40/mo | $200+/mo | $100+/mo |
| Per-Child Fees | None | Yes | Yes |
| Free Tier | Yes (10 kids) | Limited | No |
| Message Read Receipts | Yes ✓ | No | No |
| Scheduled Messages | Yes ✓ | No | Limited |
| Digital Signatures | Yes ✓ | Yes | Yes |
| Online Payments | Included | Extra fees | Extra fees |
* Competitor pricing based on publicly available information as of 2026. Actual pricing may vary.
Common questions about our pricing
No hidden fees. The price you see is the price you pay. Online payment processing has standard Stripe fees (2.9% + 30¢) which are passed to you or parents - your choice.
Yes! Upgrade or downgrade anytime. Changes take effect on your next billing cycle. No penalties or fees for changing plans.
We'll notify you when you're approaching your limit. You can upgrade to the next plan or remove inactive children. We won't cut you off unexpectedly.
No contracts. Pay month-to-month and cancel anytime. We also offer annual billing with 2 months free if you prefer to save.
We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) through Stripe. Annual plans can also pay by invoice.
Yes! Nonprofit childcare centers get 20% off any paid plan. Contact us with proof of nonprofit status to get your discount.