SimplePractice vs athenaTelehealth
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Telehealth Platforms. Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
SimplePractice ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #10) for Healthcare providers running virtual visits. The best all-in-one suite (telehealth, billing, notes) for therapists and solo practitioners.
At a glance
| SimplePractice | athenaTelehealth | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Telehealth Platforms | #10 / The 11 Best Telehealth Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 7.4 |
| Best for | All-in-one for private practice | Native telehealth for athenahealth users |
| Pricing | $$ ($69 to $159/mo) | $$$ (Add-on to athenaOne) |
| HQ | Santa Monica, USA | Watertown, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 1997 |
SimplePractice
The best all-in-one suite (telehealth, billing, notes) for therapists and solo practitioners.
www.simplepractice.com/athenaTelehealth
The go-to choice for athenaOne users, with unmatched workflow and billing integration.
www.athenahealth.com/solutions/telehealthMethodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.