Operators comparing sober living management platforms — Sober Living Companion, OneStep, Behave Health, SobrietyHub, Oathtrack, and others — usually run into the same questions: what does it actually track, do residents get an app, and how does the pricing grow as I add beds? This guide walks through the criteria that matter so you can choose confidently.
What to look for in sober living software
- Resident management — one profile per resident: contact info, program dates, documents, and status.
- Rent & payments — track what's owed and paid, take card payments, and let residents pay or report cash.
- Drug testing — log UA results, flag positives, and keep a clean history.
- Beds & occupancy — see open beds across every house at a glance.
- Passes, curfew & check-ins — overnight passes, curfew, and GPS meeting check-ins.
- E-signed agreements — send house rules and intake forms residents sign on their phone.
- A resident app — the best platforms give residents their own tool (sobriety tracker, meetings, messages), not just a staff dashboard.
- Fair, predictable pricing — watch for per-bed or per-resident fees that climb as you grow.
- Security — resident data is sensitive; look for encryption and role-based access.
- No long contracts — you should be able to leave anytime.
How Sober Living Companion compares
Here's where Sober Living Companion stands on the things operators ask about most. Every claim below is about our own product — verify any other platform's current details with them directly.
| What matters | Sober Living Companion |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat $60/month for your whole organization — unlimited homes and residents. No per-bed fees. |
| Resident app | Free, forever — sobriety clock, meetings, check-ins, agreements, messaging. |
| What it tracks | Residents, rent & payments, drug tests, beds, passes, curfew & GPS check-ins, meeting attendance, e-signed agreements — in one place. |
| Contract | None. Month-to-month; cancel anytime. |
| Who's behind it | A 501(c)(3) non-profit (Empower Next Project). Memberships help fund rent assistance and free counseling for people in early recovery. |
| Setup | Start free, add residents in minutes, works on iPhone, Android, and the web. |
If you're evaluating other tools, use the checklist above and ask each vendor the same questions — especially about how pricing changes as your beds fill, and whether residents get their own app or just staff.
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What is the best software for a sober living home?
The best fit tracks residents, rent, drug tests, beds, passes, and signed agreements in one place, gives residents their own app, and prices fairly. Sober Living Companion does all of this for a flat $60/month for unlimited residents, with a free resident app.
How much does sober living management software cost?
Pricing models vary widely — many platforms charge per bed or per resident, which grows as your home fills. Sober Living Companion charges a flat $60/month for your whole organization, with no per-bed fees and no contract.
Is there a free option for residents?
Yes — the Sober Living Companion resident app is free, forever. Operators pay the flat monthly fee; residents never pay.
Can I switch from another platform?
Yes. Reach out and we'll help you move your residents over — start here or call (916) 877-6237.
Keep reading
Sober living management software → · How to start a sober living home → · Pricing → · The free resident app →