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Orchard vs PeopleHawk
Both stand on career guidance software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Orchard brings student career exploration and action planning together with separate school-facing dashboards and support. The free plan has limited credits, while full access is part of paid Orchard+ plans.
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PeopleHawk combines individual career-planning tools with school careers features and medical admissions preparation. Its free HPAT readiness test is a distinct entry point, while premium and specialist offerings have separate regional pricing.
Visit PeopleHawkThe facts
| Orchard | PeopleHawk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Orchard+ Annual: $120 a year | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 12 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | orchard.careers | peoplehawk.com |
| On career guidance software | #12 of 29 | #8 of 29 |
Orchard: what it does well
- Compares careers, industries, colleges, and training options.
- Readiness score spans eight dimensions and includes a roadmap.
- Students can track progress across multiple career plans.
- School licenses include counselor and administrator dashboards.
- Google, Clever, or ClassLink sign-on is listed.
What to know first
- Free guidance is limited to 50 one-time AI credits.
- Monthly and annual paid plans have different billing terms.
- Minors need parent or guardian permission and supervision.
- School and district pricing is custom.
PeopleHawk: what it does well
- Personalized report covers values, interests, personality, and skills
- Premium includes interview practice with AI feedback
- Schools can access student insights and reporting
- Free HPAT readiness test is available
- Runs on Android, iOS, and web
What to know first
- Specialist products are sold separately from Premium
- Prices vary by product and region
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