Side by side
CrowdCAD vs Resgrid
Both stand on dispatch management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
CrowdCAD covers event medical dispatch with a dashboard, mobile web access, and reusable venue templates. Lite Mode has notable collaboration and venue limits; self-hosting adds those functions but makes the organization responsible for storage and security.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5
Resgrid combines dispatch and operational tools with workflow integrations and role-focused apps. The free tier has geographic, entity-count and SMS limits; its HIPAA BAA requires the Advanced Data Protection add-on.
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| CrowdCAD | Resgrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Enhanced AI: $95 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 11 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | crowdcad.org | resgrid.com |
| On dispatch management software | #3 of 27 | #1 of 27 |
CrowdCAD: what it does well
- Tracks incidents, assignments, and status updates
- Dashboard combines incidents, team status, and clinic capacity
- Responsive interface supports field updates on mobile
- Venue templates support recurring events
- Self-hosted plan includes shared operations and venue maps
What to know first
- Lite Mode excludes shared events and multiple dispatchers
- Lite Mode lacks venue maps and custom venues
- No mobile apps, GPS vehicle tracking, or two-way messaging
- Self-hosting organizations manage security and backups
Resgrid: what it does well
- Dispatch tools cover call creation through closure.
- Workflows support several notification channels and webhooks.
- Lists support for named vehicle GPS tracker brands.
- Customers can host the open-source platform themselves.
What to know first
- Free tier is limited to 10 entities.
- Free tier is limited to North America on US-West.
- Free plan does not include SMS.
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