Side by side
CrowdCAD vs Roldesk
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.
Visit CrowdCAD Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1
Roldesk combines dispatch, technician tools, customer updates, inventory, and quote-to-invoice workflows. The Free plan covers basic work orders and offline technician access, while API access requires Professional.
Visit RoldeskThe facts
| CrowdCAD | Roldesk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Starter: €39 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | crowdcad.org | roldesk.com |
| On dispatch management software | #3 of 27 | #7 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
Roldesk: what it does well
- Work orders can be scheduled and tracked in real time.
- Customer links show job status, technician, times, and photos.
- Technician app supports photos, signatures, and GPS shift tracking.
- Free tier lists offline access.
- Free plan and 14-day trial are listed.
What to know first
- API access is available only on Professional.
- API token scopes are limited by the plan.
- Paid plans start at $39 a month, billed €39/mo+ VAT.
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