Updated for 2025

Duxa vs Bonsai

Bonsai is great for freelancers. But if you're a coach, here's why Duxa might be the better choice for your practice.

Quick Summary

Duxa

Purpose-built for coaches. Client portal, automated reminders, session packages, and a lifetime deal option.

  • Best for: Coaches wanting a dedicated coaching platform
  • Pricing: $29/mo or $299 lifetime

Bonsai

General freelancer platform with strong invoicing, proposals, accounting, and tax features. Not coaching-specific.

  • Best for: Freelancers needing accounting & tax tools
  • Pricing: $25-39/mo (no lifetime option)

Feature Comparison

Feature
Duxa
Bonsai
Client Management
Session Scheduling
Automated Reminders
Payment Processing
Client Portal
Contracts & E-Signatures
Intake Forms
Session Packages
Invoicing
Proposals
Expense Tracking
Accounting Reports
Tax Preparation
Lifetime Deal Option

Pricing Comparison

Pricing
Duxa
Bonsai
Starting Price
$29/mo
$25/mo
Full Features
$29/mo
$39/mo
Lifetime Option
$299 once
Not available
1 Year Cost
$348 or $299
$468
3 Year Cost
$1,044 or $299
$1,404

* Bonsai pricing based on their Workflow plan ($25/mo) and Business plan ($39/mo).

Why Choose Duxa

Built for Coaches

Duxa is designed specifically for coaching practices. Bonsai is a general freelancer tool adapted for many industries.

Client Portal Included

Give clients their own portal to book sessions, view history, and access resources. Bonsai doesn't offer this.

Automated Reminders

Reduce no-shows with automated email reminders that keep clients engaged and on track.

Lifetime Deal Available

Pay $299 once and own Duxa forever with all future updates. No recurring fees, ever.

When Bonsai Might Be Better

We believe in being honest. Bonsai might be a better fit if:

  • You need built-in accounting and expense tracking
  • You want tax preparation and estimated tax calculations
  • You send formal proposals and need proposal templates
  • You do other freelance work beyond coaching

The Key Difference

Bonsai is a general freelancer tool that coaches can use. Duxa is built from the ground up for coaching practices. We focus on the features coaches actually need— client portals, session packages, automated reminders—without the complexity of accounting software you might not use.

Ready to Try Duxa?

Start your free trial today. No credit card required. Or lock in the lifetime deal for $299—before it's gone.