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ProWorkflow
Streamlined workflow software for better project management
ProWorkflow is a project management platform for teams. It handles tasks, time tracking and invoicing.
96.0
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Best Professional services automation software for consultants in 2026
10 ranked, with a plain verdict on every entry.
ProWorkflow ranks first among the top 10 Professional services automation software for consultants in 2026, with a Lister Score of 96.0.
ProWorkflow ranks first here for Consultancies and creative agencies, and organises tasks with intuitive boards and Gantt charts. Productive is built for agencies, consultancies, and other professional services businesses, and provides key insights on revenue, cost, and margins via AI Reporting. HoneyBook serves Small business owners and creatives, and sends proposals, contracts, and invoices in one seamless flow.RANKENTRYSCORETRENDFROM
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ProductiveProductive is an end-to-end professional services automation platform94.0NEW$12/user/month
ProductiveProductive is an end-to-end professional services automation platform94.0NEW$12/user/month8
OnplanaProvides enterprise-grade features like Gantt charts and critical path analysis out of the box90.0NEW–
OnplanaProvides enterprise-grade features like Gantt charts and critical path analysis out of the box90.0NEW–CURATED · UPDATED REGULARLY
The ranking, in detail
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Productive
All-in-one CRM plus project management, budgeting and invoicing for agencies
Productive is an end-to-end professional services automation platform. It runs projects, budgets, and resources in one place with real-time insights.
94.0
03
HoneyBook
Beautiful, all-in-one client experience from inquiry to payment
HoneyBook is an AI-powered client relationship platform for small businesses. It supports professionals in the U.S., Canada, UK, and Australia.
92.0
04
Quantim
All-in-one project management software for UK businesses
Quantim is an all-in-one project management system for UK professional services. It combines time tracking, cost management, and reporting in one cloud platform.
92.0
05
Bonsai
All-in-one platform combining contracts, proposals, and accounting
Bonsai is a unified platform for service businesses. It consolidates projects, clients, and billing into one integrated system.
90.0
06
Deltek
Purpose-built for project-based businesses
Deltek is an intelligent platform for project-driven work. It delivers intelligence and control across the full lifecycle.
90.0
07
Milient Software
Smart tools for projects, people and knowledge
Milient Software provides smart tools for projects, people and knowledge. It helps architects and engineers manage resources and time effectively.
90.0
08
Onplana
AI-native project management for PMOs and portfolios
Onplana is an AI-native project management platform designed as a modern alternative to Microsoft Project. It allows teams to import existing plans and collaborate with both people and AI agents on a single shared workspace.
90.0
09
BigTime
Your financial brain behind every project
BigTime is a professional services automation platform designed for growing firms. It offers an all-in-one solution for managing the entire project lifecycle.
88.0
10
Planisware
Every project on one AI-powered platform
Planisware is an AI-powered strategic portfolio management platform. It unifies every project type within a single system.
82.0
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best Professional services automation software for consultants?
ProWorkflow ranks first on Lister. ProWorkflow is a project management platform for teams. It handles tasks, time tracking and invoicing.
What are the top 10 Professional services automation software for consultants?
1. ProWorkflow; 2. Productive; 3. HoneyBook; 4. Quantim; 5. Bonsai; 6. Deltek; 7. Milient Software; 8. Onplana; 9. BigTime; 10. Planisware.
Are there free options for Professional services automation software for consultants?
No free option is confirmed in the recorded pricing for this ranking. Check each provider's pricing page for current plans and trials.
What do the top four say they are built for?
ProWorkflow says it is built for Consultancies and creative agencies, and Productive for agencies, consultancies, and other professional services businesses. HoneyBook says it is built for Small business owners and creatives, and Quantim for UK engineering and construction firms.
What should a buyer check before signing up?
HoneyBook states that HoneyBook only supports professionals located in the U.S., Canada, UK, or Australia. Quantim states that the product requires a custom quotation rather than offering fixed public pricing, and Onplana that the free plan restricts users to only five team members and two projects. Those are the limits each product publishes itself, not a full account of any plan.
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