Care Software Directory
Care Software Comparison 2026
17+ Care software for home care and inpatient care compared — with real pricing, features, Telematik compliance, and free trials.
17 of 17 apps
Birdie
From approx. €120/monthBirdie
From approx. €120/month
Birdie is an AI-powered all-in-one platform for home care from the UK with ISO 27001 certification. SmartPlans AI automates care planning. Primarily UK-focused.
Verdict:Birdie is an innovative AI platform with a strong feature set — but without German TI integration and with UK focus.
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✓Strengths
- ●AI-powered care planning (SmartPlans AI)
- ●ISO 27001 & GDPR compliant
- ●Comprehensive all-in-one platform (scheduling, finance, care, quality)
- ●99.9% uptime guarantee
- ●Carer App + Family App for families
✗Weaknesses
- ●No TI connectivity (not designed for German Telematik)
- ●Pricing in GBP — exchange rate risk
- ●Primarily focused on UK market
- ●Servers not in Germany (UK/France)
Details
- Model
- Per Facility
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- —
- Founded
- 2017
- HQ
- London, UK
CareCloud
On Request (per resident)CareCloud
On Request (per resident)
CareCloud specializes in inpatient care with over 250 facilities and 30 years of experience. Per-resident pricing model with no module fees. Mobile-first for bedside documentation.
Verdict:CareCloud offers specialized inpatient care with fair per-resident pricing — technical stability issues should be checked beforehand.
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✓Strengths
- ●Per-resident pricing — transparent and scalable
- ●Web-based without installation, automatic updates
- ●Fully mobile (bedside documentation on iOS/Android)
- ●Claims 30 minutes daily time savings per caregiver
- ●Currently 50% switching discount for new customers
✗Weaknesses
- ●Only for inpatient care (no ambulant tour planning)
- ●User reports of frequent crashes and slow performance
- ●Inconsistent customer support according to reviews
- ●UI logs users out when multiple pages are open
Details
- Model
- Per Patient/Resident
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1995
- HQ
- Hannover, DE
CareOline
On RequestCareOline
On Request
CareOline by Microcare Systemhaus is ambulant care software with personal support through dedicated contacts. Over 25 years of customer relationships and TI-compatible via easyTI.
Verdict:CareOline scores with personal, long-standing support — ideal for home care services preferring a relationship over a ticket system.
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✓Strengths
- ●Personal support through dedicated contacts (no call center)
- ●Over 25 years of customer retention
- ●Logically structured for daily nursing routine
- ●TI-compatible via easyTI service
- ●Modular cost structure
✗Weaknesses
- ●Ambulant only — no inpatient module
- ●Pricing not publicly available
- ●Regional strength primarily in Bavaria
- ●Smaller company with limited resources
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1995
- HQ
- Dornach, DE
CGM VIYU
On Request (Pay-as-you-go)CGM VIYU
On Request (Pay-as-you-go)
CGM VIYU is cloud-based ambulant care software by CompuGroup Medical that reduces documentation from 5-6 to 2-3 steps. C5-certified CGM Medical Cloud with QR code automation.
Verdict:CGM VIYU excels with extremely simplified documentation and strong first-level support — ideal for home care services prioritizing efficiency.
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✓Strengths
- ●Simplified documentation (only 2-3 instead of 5-6 steps)
- ●Cloud-native without installation
- ●90%+ first-call resolution rate in support
- ●QR code automation reduces manual data entry
- ●TI-ready with integrated KIM and ePA preparation
✗Weaknesses
- ●Only for ambulant care (no inpatient module)
- ●Pricing model not transparent
- ●Medication management not confirmed
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1984
- HQ
- Koblenz, DE
Connext Vivendi
On Request (modular)Connext Vivendi
On Request (modular)
Connext Vivendi is enterprise care software for over 700,000 users in 12,000+ facilities. Highly modular with certified GDPR compliance and ISO 27001 certification by TÜV Rheinland.
Verdict:Connext Vivendi is the enterprise reference with over 12,000 facilities and TÜV-certified security.
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✓Strengths
- ●Industry-leading customer base (700,000+ users, 12,000+ facilities)
- ●Highly modular architecture — book only needed functions
- ●ISO 27001 (TÜV Rheinland) and GDPR certified
- ●Vivendi PD: Top score in BGW test for digital care documentation
- ●Full TI integration with KIM and ePA preparation
✗Weaknesses
- ●High complexity — steep learning curve for small providers
- ●Enterprise pricing segment (presumably cost-intensive)
- ●Implementation requires professional accompaniment
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1986
- HQ
- Paderborn, DE
CuraSoft
From €149/user/monthCuraSoft
From €149/user/month
CuraSoft is one of Germany's largest care software providers with over 30 program modules for home care and administration. Over 2,500 customers trust the platform with 365-day support.
Verdict:CuraSoft excels with transparent flat-rate pricing, full offline capability, and one of the best customer support services on the market.
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✓Strengths
- ●Transparent flat-rate pricing with no hidden costs
- ●Comprehensive offline functionality with automatic sync
- ●365-day support via phone, chat, and email
- ●Mobile app ecosystem for field staff (CURA.GO)
✗Weaknesses
- ●Focus primarily on ambulatory sector
- ●Learning 30+ modules requires time
- ●AI features not documented
Details
- Model
- Per User
- Free trial
- ✓
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1992
- HQ
- Hamburg, DE
DMRZ
From €59.99/monthDMRZ
From €59.99/month
DMRZ (German Medical Computing Center) specializes in billing and administration software for care services. C5 certified (BSI, December 2025) with under 0.02% billing rejection rate.
Verdict:DMRZ is the price leader with a focus on billing and highest cloud security (C5 certification).
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✓Strengths
- ●Lowest entry price on the market (from €59.99/mo)
- ●C5 certified — highest German cloud security standard (BSI)
- ●Extremely low billing rejection rate (< 0.02%)
- ●SmartSnapp QR scanning automates document capture
- ●Free trial available
✗Weaknesses
- ●Primarily billing-focused — clinical features limited
- ●No medication management documented
- ●Smaller company (approx. 50 employees)
- ●Pricing model based on billing volume
Details
- Model
- Per Facility
- Free trial
- ✓
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 2007
- HQ
- Düsseldorf, DE
MEDIFOX DAN
On RequestMEDIFOX DAN
On Request
MEDIFOX DAN is the German market leader for care software and part of ResMed since 2022. Over 300,000 caregivers use the platform daily. AI-powered tour planning and comprehensive TI integration.
Verdict:MEDIFOX DAN is the undisputed market leader with the broadest feature set and AI tour planning — ideal for large care organizations.
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✓Strengths
- ●German market leader with 300,000+ daily users
- ●AI-powered tour planning for optimal route planning
- ●Next-gen platforms MD Ambulant and MD Stationär
- ●24/7 customer support and comprehensive training
- ●Comprehensive TI integration incl. KIM and ePA
✗Weaknesses
- ●Pricing not public — presumably premium segment
- ●Acquisition by US group ResMed (2022) concerns some customers
- ●Mixed reviews on customer support post-acquisition
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1994
- HQ
- Hildesheim, DE
meinpflegedienst.com
From €69/monthmeinpflegedienst.com
From €69/month
meinpflegedienst.com is budget-friendly cloud care software with all modules included. TI-compliant with KIM integration, prepared for electronic SGB XI billing from December 2026.
Verdict:meinpflegedienst.com is the most budget-friendly option with full feature scope and TI compliance — ideal for cost-conscious care services.
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✓Strengths
- ●Very affordable entry price (from €69/mo)
- ●All modules included — no module upselling
- ●TI-compliant with KIM integration
- ●Free trial with immediate access
- ●Cloud-based with 24/7 access
✗Weaknesses
- ●No AI features
- ●Support only weekdays (08:30-16:00)
- ●Scalability for very large organizations unclear
Details
- Model
- Per Facility
- Free trial
- ✓
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 2009
- HQ
- Deutschland
Myneva
On Request (modular)Myneva
On Request (modular)
Myneva is a leading European care software provider for all care segments with AI-powered voice documentation in 99 languages. 3,500+ customers in 8 countries, 1.7 million people supported.
Verdict:Myneva stands out from competitors with AI voice documentation in 99 languages and European scale.
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✓Strengths
- ●AI-powered voice documentation saves up to 1 hour per caregiver/day
- ●Support for 99 languages in documentation
- ●TI integration without additional hardware (VPN tunnel)
- ●All-in-one platform with 80+ interfaces
- ●Active across Europe in 8 countries with 3,500+ customers
✗Weaknesses
- ●Pricing not publicly available
- ●Additional fees for factoring services
- ●Integration of recently acquired DM EDV may bring short-term challenges
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1997
- HQ
- Hamburg, DE
nCara
On RequestnCara
On Request
nCara (formerly NOVENTI Care) offers with nCara 360 a comprehensive platform for home care and day care. The myCara app enables mobile, paperless documentation with offline capability.
Verdict:nCara scores with a mobile-first approach and over 30 years of experience in home care.
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✓Strengths
- ●Over 30 years experience with 1,500+ care services
- ●Mobile-first approach with strong offline functionality
- ●Integrated wound documentation and digital handover logbook
- ●KIM integration for TI-compliant communication
✗Weaknesses
- ●Pricing not publicly available
- ●No free trial available
- ●Limited public information on feature scope
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1992
- HQ
- Berlin, DE
NOVENTI Care
On RequestNOVENTI Care
On Request
NOVENTI Care offers care software solutions as part of the NOVENTI Group, one of Germany's largest healthcare service providers. Integrated billing and administration for ambulatory and inpatient care.
Verdict:NOVENTI Care benefits from the strong infrastructure of the NOVENTI Group — especially in billing and TI connectivity.
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✓Strengths
- ●Part of NOVENTI Group — one of Germany's largest healthcare providers
- ●Strong billing expertise from pharmacy sector
- ●Integrated administration and billing
- ●TI connectivity via NOVENTI infrastructure
✗Weaknesses
- ●Pricing not publicly available
- ●No free trial
- ●Less specialized than pure care software providers
- ●Limited public product information
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 2000
- HQ
- München, DE
opta data (OD Care)
From €300/monthopta data (OD Care)
From €300/month
OD Care by opta data offers ambulant care software with voice-guided documentation in 50+ languages and transparent pricing tiers by organization size. German data hosting guaranteed.
Verdict:opta data excels with transparent pricing tiers, German data hosting, and innovative voice documentation — solid choice in the mid-range pricing segment.
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✓Strengths
- ●Voice-guided documentation in 50+ languages
- ●Transparent pricing tiers by organization size
- ●German data hosting guaranteed
- ●GDPR-compliant team messenger integrated
- ●Free trial period available
- ●TI-compatible for German regulatory requirements
✗Weaknesses
- ●Mid-range pricing (€300-900/mo)
- ●Setup fee increases initial costs
- ●Contract duration 12-24 months
- ●AI limited to voice guidance (no predictive analytics)
Details
- Model
- Per Facility
- Free trial
- ✓
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1970
- HQ
- Essen, DE
SENSO (Develop Group)
On RequestSENSO (Develop Group)
On Request
SENSO is a modular, browser-based care software suite with over 40 years of experience. Building-block architecture allows installation of only needed modules. SensoCloud24 offers cloud alternative.
Verdict:SENSO offers proven modularity and quality management with over 40 years of experience — ideal for facilities prioritizing stability.
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✓Strengths
- ●Over 40 years of market experience
- ●Modular building-block architecture for flexible implementation
- ●Cloud option (SensoCloud24) for reduced IT burden
- ●Integrated quality management
- ●KIM/TI-ready infrastructure
✗Weaknesses
- ●Pricing only on request
- ●Older user interface compared to modern competitors
- ●No AI features documented
- ●Regional strength primarily in Bavaria
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1978
- HQ
- Erlangen, DE
Sinfonie
On RequestSinfonie
On Request
Sinfonie is a modular suite for elderly care, integration assistance, and child/youth services with over 30 years of experience. Supports ambulatory, inpatient, and partial inpatient settings.
Verdict:Sinfonie offers a proven, modular solution for diverse social services — traditionally solid but without modern AI features.
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✓Strengths
- ●Modular architecture for ambulant + inpatient + day care
- ●30+ years experience in German social services
- ●Mobile documentation via Sinfonie Touch app
- ●Comprehensive billing for multiple funding streams (SGB XI, SGB V)
- ●KIM integration for TI-compliant communication
✗Weaknesses
- ●No public pricing — sales contact required
- ●No AI features documented
- ●Website content partially sparse
- ●Modernization pace unclear
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 1994
- HQ
- Henningsdorf, DE
Snap Pflege (euregon)
On Request (Starter Packages)Snap Pflege (euregon)
On Request (Starter Packages)
.snap by euregon offers ambulant and inpatient care software with affordable starter packages. 25 years experience and 99%+ customer retention. Documented tour optimization with 2-day savings.
Verdict:.snap excels with affordable starter packages and proven efficiency gains in tour planning and billing.
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✓Strengths
- ●Affordable starter packages for founders and small services
- ●Documented tour optimization (4-5 days → 2 days planning time)
- ●Intuitive mobile interface with fast onboarding
- ●Billing turnaround in 2-3 days (instead of 2 weeks)
- ●99%+ customer retention over 25 years
✗Weaknesses
- ●Pricing not publicly available
- ●Inpatient product only on market since January 2025
- ●ISO 27001 certification not confirmed
Details
- Model
- On request
- Free trial
- ✗
- Server
- 🇩🇪 DE
- Founded
- 2000
- HQ
- Augsburg, DE
How We Compared
For this care software comparison, we researched 17 providers of care management software in the German market. Each software was evaluated using the same criteria: feature scope (documentation, billing, tour planning, time tracking, medication management), TI connectivity and Telematik readiness, pricing model and actual costs, GDPR compliance and server location, and availability of a free trial. 17 of 17 providers explicitly advertise GDPR compliance, and 5 offer a free trial.
How to Use This Comparison
Use the filters above to narrow the list by price, GDPR status, free trial, or care segment. Click any provider card to read strengths, weaknesses, features, and our verdict. The full comparison table below shows all providers at a glance.
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All Care Software Providers at a Glance
| App Name | Starting Price | Documentation | Billing | Tour Planning | GDPR | Free Trial |
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| Birdie | From approx. €120/month | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| CareCloud | On Request (per resident) | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| CareOline | On Request | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| CareSocial | From €199/month | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CGM VIYU | On Request (Pay-as-you-go) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Connext Vivendi | On Request (modular) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| CuraSoft | From €149/user/month | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DMRZ | From €59.99/month | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MEDIFOX DAN | On Request | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| meinpflegedienst.com | From €69/month | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Myneva | On Request (modular) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| nCara | On Request | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| NOVENTI Care | On Request | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| opta data (OD Care) | From €300/month | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SENSO (Develop Group) | On Request | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Sinfonie | On Request | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snap Pflege (euregon) | On Request (Starter Packages) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Pricing and feature data from provider websites. Verify current pricing directly with providers.
Free Care Software & Trial Versions
These providers offer free versions or free trial periods.
CareSocial
From €199/month
Free trial without credit card
CuraSoft
From €149/user/month
DMRZ
From €59.99/month
Free trial available
meinpflegedienst.com
From €69/month
Free trial with immediate access
opta data (OD Care)
From €300/month
Free and non-binding trial period
Frequently Asked Questions About Care Software
What is the best care software in 2026?
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What is the best care software in 2026?
+The best care software depends on your use case. For home care services, MEDIFOX DAN and Connext Vivendi lead the market with comprehensive features. CuraSoft offers strong value for smaller services. For inpatient facilities, Myneva and CareSocial are particularly suitable. In 2026, Telematik connectivity and electronic billing capability are the most critical factors.
How much does care software cost per month?
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How much does care software cost per month?
+Costs vary significantly by provider and feature scope. DMRZ starts at €59.99/month (plus billing volume), meinpflegedienst.com at €99/month, and CuraSoft at €169/month (purchase) or €259/month (rental). CareSocial starts at €299/month for home care. Many market leaders like MEDIFOX DAN, Connext Vivendi, and Myneva offer individual pricing on request.
Is care software Telematik-ready?
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Is care software Telematik-ready?
+Since July 2025, all care facilities must be connected to the Telematik infrastructure (TI). Most established providers like MEDIFOX DAN, Connext Vivendi, CGM VIYU, and CuraSoft offer TI connectivity including KIM (healthcare messaging) and ePA integration. From December 2026, electronic billing via TI becomes mandatory — verify your provider already supports this.
Is there free care software?
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Is there free care software?
+Fully free care software with professional features does not exist, as regulatory requirements (TI, SGB XI, GDPR) demand significant development investment. However, some providers offer free trials, including DMRZ and CGM VIYU. The most affordable option is DMRZ from €59.99/month, while meinpflegedienst.com from €99/month is a budget-friendly choice for pure billing.
Which care software is suitable for home care services?
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Which care software is suitable for home care services?
+For home care services, tour planning, mobile documentation, and SGB XI billing are the most important features. MEDIFOX DAN and Connext Vivendi are market leaders with the broadest feature sets. CuraSoft and CareSocial offer strong all-round solutions. For smaller services on a budget, meinpflegedienst.com and DMRZ are recommended. CGM VIYU stands out with a flexible pay-as-you-go model.
Why is digital care software mandatory in 2026?
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Why is digital care software mandatory in 2026?
+From December 2026, electronic billing via the Telematik infrastructure becomes mandatory for all care facilities. Since July 2025, all facilities must already be TI-connected. Additionally, ePA (electronic patient record), KIM, and GDPR requirements for health data necessitate a professional software solution. Without digital care software, compliant billing and documentation are practically impossible.
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