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DockHero vs SimpleDock
Both stand on dock scheduling software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial Web
DockHero combines appointment scheduling with yard tools and a carrier portal, with scheduling configurable by site. Its warehouse plans start at $249 a month, while DispatchHero organizes external-system appointments without booking into those systems.
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Free plan APIWeb
SimpleDock combines carrier self-service booking with facility scheduling controls and dock visibility. Its free plan has clear location and team limits; Pro starts at $49/location/month.
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| DockHero | SimpleDock | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | DispatchHero: $24.99 a month | Pro: $49 per location a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | dockhero.ca | simpledock.ai |
| On dock scheduling software | #7 of 24 | #3 of 24 |
DockHero: what it does well
- Scheduling by warehouse, section, or door
- Carrier bookings checked against the warehouse order book
- Yard board supports multiple yards and zones
- Free carrier portal for invited sites
- 30-day trial requires no credit card
What to know first
- Warehouse plans start at $249 a month
- DispatchHero does not book into external systems
SimpleDock: what it does well
- Carriers can book without accounts or app installation.
- Facilities can configure capacity, hours, and appointment rules.
- Includes driver check-in and dwell-time tracking.
- TV Mode displays the live dock schedule without login.
- Free plan covers one location and three team members.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to one location.
- Free plan allows up to three team members.
- API keys are available on Pro plans.
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