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Best Free PSA Software

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The short answer

Bitrix24 is our top pick for free PSA software. Its free plan covers CRM, tasks, chat and calendars for 1 to 2 users at no cost, and Basic costs $49 per month billed annually for 5 users. It gives a small service team real PSA style tools without a per user bill.

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Key takeaways

  • Bitrix24 and Odoo are the only tools in this list with a free plan you can use without a trial clock running.
  • Odoo One App Free covers unlimited users for a single app, which suits a team that needs one PSA module and nothing else.
  • ConnectWise PSA, Autotask PSA, Kantata, Accelo and SuperOps publish no prices, so you must request a quote before you can compare them on cost.
  • HaloPSA costs £66 per agent per month billed annually, with every feature included in that one price and no tiers.
  • Atera and Syncro both start at $129 per technician or user per month billed annually, with RMM and PSA bundled together.

Comparison

How these compare
ToolBest forPrice rangeFree plan
Bitrix24Small service teams that want a free suiteFree plan; $49 per month (billed annually)Yes (free for 1 to 2 users)
OdooTeams that want one free app plus full PSA modulesFree for one app; $24.90 per user/month (billed annually, first year)Yes (One App Free, unlimited users)
ConnectWise PSAMSPs that need deep ticketing and billingquote onlyNo
Autotask PSAMSPs that want an all in one PSA with RMMquote onlyNo
HaloPSAPSA first shops that want one price for everything£66 per agent/month (billed annually)No
SuperOpsMSPs that want PSA plus endpoint managementquote onlyFree trial
KantataProfessional services firms that plan resources and revenuequote onlyNo
AcceloSmall consultancies that want sales, projects and retainers in one placequote onlyFree trial
AteraMSPs that want per technician pricing with unlimited endpoints$129 per technician/month (billed annually)Free trial (30 days)
SyncroSmall MSPs that want RMM plus PSA on one bill$129 per user/month (billed annually)Free trial (14 days)

How we choose

We reviewed the vendor pricing pages, feature lists and documentation for each tool, and we compared them on free plan limits, starting price, ticketing, time tracking, billing and integrations. We did not run trials, and we did not claim hands on testing. Prices come from the pricing pages linked in Sources. Quote only tools are marked as such because the vendor publishes no price.

Our full method

The shortlist

★ Best overall

Bitrix24

Best for Small service teams that want a free suite

  • Free plan covers CRM, tasks and chat
  • flat monthly price, not per user
PriceFree plan; $49 per month (billed annually)
See Bitrix24 pricing

Bitrix24 is an all in one workspace covering CRM, tasks, chat and calendars, and its free plan gives 1 to 2 users access at no cost. Basic costs $49 per month billed annually for up to 5 users, and Standard costs $99 per month for up to 50 users, so the bill stays flat as the team grows.

The trade is depth. Bitrix24 is a general workspace, not a dedicated PSA, so it lacks the contract billing and SLA depth of ConnectWise PSA or HaloPSA, and the free plan limits storage to 5 GB. For a small service team that needs client records, tasks and time tracking without a monthly bill, it is the strongest free starting point.

Price: Free plan; $49 per month (billed annually)

Free plan: Yes (free for 1 to 2 users)

Website: bitrix24.com

Watch out for

  • Free plan caps storage at 5 GB
  • PSA features are lighter than dedicated PSA tools
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Odoo

Best for Teams that want one free app plus full PSA modules
Free for one app; $24.90 per user/month (billed annually, first year)

Odoo is a modular business suite, and One App Free lets unlimited users run a single app, such as CRM or Project, at no cost. Standard costs $24.90 per user per month billed annually for the first year, then $31.10 at renewal, and it includes every Odoo app, from sales to invoicing, timesheets and helpdesk.

The limit is that the free tier covers one app only, so a team that needs projects plus invoicing plus helpdesk must move to Standard, and setup work is needed because the PSA workflow comes from combining apps. For a team that wants to start free and grow into a full PSA on one per user price, Odoo is the most flexible option here.

Price: Free for one app; $24.90 per user/month (billed annually, first year)

Free plan: Yes (One App Free, unlimited users)

Website: odoo.com

What we like

  • One App Free with unlimited users
  • all apps share one per user price

Watch out for

  • Full PSA needs the Standard plan
  • first year price rises to $31.10 at renewal
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ConnectWise PSA

Best for MSPs that need deep ticketing and billing
quote only

ConnectWise PSA, formerly ConnectWise Manage, is the reference PSA for managed service providers. Essentials covers ticketing, SLA management, project delivery, time and expense tracking and reporting, while Pro adds sales workflows, quotes, procurement and finance integrations. The pricing page lists the two plans but shows no numbers, so every buyer must request a quote.

That quote only model is the main drawback for a small shop, because you cannot compare it against a published price without a sales conversation, and implementation takes time. For an MSP that needs deep service desk and billing depth, it remains the standard other PSA tools are measured against.

Price: quote only

Free plan: No

Website: connectwise.com

What we like

  • Deep ticketing, SLA and project tools
  • strong billing and finance integrations

Watch out for

  • No published price, so budgeting needs a sales call
  • setup is heavy for small teams
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Autotask PSA

Best for MSPs that want an all in one PSA with RMM
quote only

Autotask PSA is Datto's PSA for managed service providers, built around service desk, project management, time tracking, contracts and billing. It pairs with Datto RMM, so an MSP can run monitoring, ticketing and billing from one vendor relationship. The pricing page describes partner pricing with no published per user figure, so the cost comes from a partner conversation.

The partner model is both the strength and the limit. Datto works only through MSP partners and offers 24 hour support and sales enablement, which suits an MSP that wants a vendor relationship. For MSPs already in the Datto ecosystem, Autotask PSA is the natural fit.

Price: quote only

Free plan: No

Website: autotask.com

What we like

  • Built for MSPs with service desk and billing included
  • pairs with Datto RMM

Watch out for

  • No published price and no free plan
  • partner model adds onboarding steps
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HaloPSA

Best for PSA first shops that want one price for everything
£66 per agent/month (billed annually)

HaloPSA charges one price, £66 per agent per month billed annually in the UK, with every feature included and no tiers or add ons. That single price covers service desk, projects, sales, asset management, billing, timesheets, reporting and AI features, and end users who access the portal are always free. Named and concurrent licences cost the same, which suits shift based teams.

The price is published and clear, which is rare in this category, but there is no free plan and no free trial listed, so you cannot test it without talking to sales, and onboarding packages are required with purchase. For a PSA first shop that wants one predictable per agent price, HaloPSA is the most transparent of the enterprise PSA tools.

Price: £66 per agent/month (billed annually)

Free plan: No

Website: halopsa.com

What we like

  • Every feature included in one price
  • named or concurrent licences at the same rate

Watch out for

  • No free plan and no free trial listed
  • onboarding packages are required and priced separately
6

SuperOps

Best for MSPs that want PSA plus endpoint management
quote only

SuperOps combines PSA ticketing, project templates, timesheets and billing with endpoint management, patching, remote control and network monitoring. Prime and Prime Plus are priced per endpoint per month, with a 150 endpoint minimum, and the exact price depends on plan and fleet size, so every buyer gets a quote. A free trial is available, and onboarding is free.

The 150 endpoint minimum is the real limit for a small MSP, because a shop with 80 endpoints cannot buy the entry plan at all, and per endpoint pricing means the bill grows with the fleet. For an MSP with a fleet above the minimum that wants PSA and RMM on one platform, SuperOps is a strong option, and the trial lets you check the fit first.

Price: quote only

Free plan: Free trial

Website: superops.com

What we like

  • PSA, RMM and endpoint management in one platform
  • free trial with onboarding included

Watch out for

  • Quote only with a 150 endpoint minimum
  • per endpoint pricing grows with fleet size
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Kantata

Best for Professional services firms that plan resources and revenue
quote only

Kantata is a PSA built for professional services firms that need resource planning, project financials and revenue forecasting in one place. It connects scheduling with budgets, utilisation and forecast revenue, and lists over 1,200 integrations. The pricing page asks buyers to fill out a form so a PSA advisor can build a tailored plan.

That tailored model fits mid market and enterprise firms, and it makes Kantata a poor fit for a small team that wants a free plan or a published starting price. For a services firm above 50 people that needs forecast accuracy tied to staffing, Kantata is one of the strongest options.

Price: quote only

Free plan: No

Website: kantata.com

What we like

  • Resource planning tied to revenue forecasting
  • over 1,200 integrations

Watch out for

  • Quote only with no published price
  • built for larger firms, not small teams
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Accelo

Best for Small consultancies that want sales, projects and retainers in one place
quote only

Accelo is a PSA for small professional services firms in consulting, accounting, IT, architecture and engineering. It combines sales pipeline, project management, ticketing, retainers and expenses, so a consultancy can run quote to cash in one system. Its pricing page describes plans tailored to team size, with a custom quote and no published numbers, and a free trial is available.

The breadth is the appeal and the risk. A small firm gets a lot of modules in one subscription, but the quote only model means you cannot budget until sales responds. For a consultancy that wants one system for sales, delivery and retainers, Accelo covers more ground than most PSA tools at its size.

Price: quote only

Free plan: Free trial

Website: accelo.com

What we like

  • Sales, projects, tickets and retainers in one system
  • AI forecasting for revenue

Watch out for

  • No published price, so costs come from a quote
  • free trial length is not stated on the pricing page
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Atera

Best for MSPs that want per technician pricing with unlimited endpoints
$129 per technician/month (billed annually)

Atera is an all in one platform for MSPs and IT teams that combines RMM, PSA ticketing, billing and remote access, priced per technician with unlimited endpoints. The MSP Pro plan costs $129 per technician per month billed annually, Growth costs $159 and Power costs $209, with a 30 day free trial.

The per technician model is the main advantage over per endpoint pricing, and the built in PSA means tickets, time and billing sit next to monitoring without a second subscription. The limits are the lack of a free plan and the extra cost of add ons. For an MSP with many endpoints and few technicians, Atera is the cheapest way to get PSA plus RMM on one bill.

Price: $129 per technician/month (billed annually)

Free plan: Free trial (30 days)

Website: atera.com

What we like

  • Per technician pricing with unlimited endpoints
  • built in PSA, ticketing and billing

Watch out for

  • No free plan, only a 30 day trial
  • AI Copilot and some add ons cost extra
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Syncro

Best for Small MSPs that want RMM plus PSA on one bill
$129 per user/month (billed annually)

Syncro is an all in one MSP platform that combines RMM, PSA ticketing, billing, remote access and payments in one subscription priced per technician. Core costs $129 per user per month billed annually, and Team costs $179, with unlimited endpoints under every plan and a 14 day free trial.

Syncro suits the solo MSP and the small team that cannot afford five subscriptions, because ticketing, invoicing and payments run on the same database as monitoring. For a small MSP that wants one platform, one bill and published pricing, Syncro is the most direct choice in this list.

Price: $129 per user/month (billed annually)

Free plan: Free trial (14 days)

Website: syncromsp.com

What we like

  • RMM, PSA, billing and payments in one subscription
  • published flat per user price

Watch out for

  • No free plan, only a 14 day trial
  • per user pricing grows with headcount

What to check before you buy

Check the free plan user cap first, because Bitrix24 covers 1 to 2 users and Odoo covers one app, so a team of five will need a monthly plan sooner than the headline suggests. Check whether ticketing, contracts and invoicing sit on the plan you intend to buy. Ask for the quote in writing for quote only tools, and confirm the contract length and renewal terms before you sign.

FAQ

Is there really a free PSA software?

Yes, but the free options are limited. Bitrix24 offers a free plan for 1 to 2 users with CRM, tasks and chat, and Odoo offers One App Free with unlimited users for a single app. Neither is a full PSA on the free tier, so most teams will need a monthly plan for ticketing, contracts and billing.

What is the cheapest PSA software for a small MSP?

Bitrix24 is the cheapest entry point in this guide, with a free plan for 1 to 2 users and Basic at $49 per month billed annually for 5 users. Odoo One App Free costs nothing for one app, and Standard starts at $24.90 per user per month billed annually in year one. Atera and Syncro both start at $129 per technician or user per month but include RMM.

Why do most PSA tools hide their prices?

Most PSA vendors sell to mid market and enterprise firms, where the price depends on user count, modules, onboarding and contract length, so a single list price would mislead buyers. ConnectWise PSA, Autotask PSA, Kantata, Accelo and SuperOps all use quote only pricing for that reason. Ask for a written quote with the full scope.

What should a 5 person team pay for PSA software?

A 5 person team can pay nothing on Odoo One App Free for one app, $49 per month on Bitrix24 Basic, $124.50 per month on Odoo Standard in year one, or $645 per month on Atera or Syncro. HaloPSA would cost £330 per month for 5 agents. The right figure depends on whether you need RMM and contracts, or only tasks and client records.

Can I run a PSA on a free plan long term?

A very small team can, with limits. Bitrix24 free covers 1 to 2 users with 5 GB of storage, and Odoo One App Free covers unlimited users for a single app. Once you need ticketing, SLAs, contracts, invoicing and reporting in one system, the free tier runs out. Plan the move early, and export your data before you switch.

Do free PSA tools include time tracking and invoicing?

Bitrix24 includes time tracking and basic CRM on its free plan, and Odoo includes time tracking in its Project app, but invoicing needs the Standard plan. Atera and Syncro include time tracking and billing on their monthly plans. Check the plan page for the tool you choose, because invoicing often separates the free tier from the monthly plan.

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