An honest comparison of two modern dental practice platforms. No legacy baggage on either side — just different approaches to pricing, data architecture, and AI.
| Feature | SiftDental | Archy |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud-based | ✓ | ✓ |
| Transparent pricing | $149–$499/mo, published | Quote-based (must request demo) |
| AI features | Built-in voice charting, AI assist, open MCP | Archy Intelligence agents (Ask, Scribe, Connect, Verify, Revenue) |
| Data isolation | Isolated database per practice | Shared infrastructure |
| Patient portal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | Responsive web app (native planned) | Native Android app |
| Open MCP protocol | ✓ Works with Claude, ChatGPT, any AI | ✗ |
| Setup time | 15 minutes, self-serve | Demo + onboarding process |
| Migration support | Built-in import from Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental | Guided migration (contact sales) |
| HIPAA compliance | ✓ | ✓ |
Archy and SiftDental are both cloud-native dental practice management platforms. Neither carries the baggage of a desktop-era codebase ported to the cloud, and both aim to replace the traditional stack of Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Open Dental with a single modern system. This is a next-generation comparison, not a story about legacy software vs. the future. Choosing between them comes down to what your practice values most: pricing transparency, data architecture, and how AI is integrated into your workflow.
SiftDental publishes its pricing directly on the website — $149 to $499 per month depending on practice size and features — so you know exactly what you are paying before you ever talk to anyone. Archy uses a three-tier model (Silver, Gold, Platinum) with quote-based pricing that requires scheduling a demo to learn the cost. For practices that want to evaluate software on their own terms and timeline, published pricing removes a significant friction point.
On the infrastructure side, SiftDental provisions a fully isolated database and compute resources for every practice. Your patient data does not sit in a shared database alongside other practices separated only by a tenant ID. This architecture means stronger data isolation, simpler compliance auditing, and the ability to guarantee that one practice's workload never affects another's performance. SiftDental also supports the open Model Context Protocol (MCP), which means your practice data can connect to Claude, ChatGPT, or any MCP-compatible AI tool — you are not locked into a single vendor's AI ecosystem. Voice-powered perio charting is built in, not bolted on through a third-party integration.
Archy brings real strengths to the table. They have a larger team, backed by a $20M Series B from TCV and Bessemer Venture Partners. Their native Android mobile app is available on Google Play, and their Pearl AI imaging integration provides AI-powered radiograph analysis that SiftDental does not currently offer. Their “Archy Intelligence” suite includes purpose-built agents for tasks like insurance verification, clinical scribing, and revenue optimization. Practices that prioritize a native mobile experience or AI-assisted imaging analysis may find Archy the better fit today.
Ultimately, SiftDental is built for practices that want transparent pricing without a sales process, true data isolation instead of shared infrastructure, and the freedom to use any AI tool through open standards. If those priorities align with how you want to run your practice, SiftDental is the platform to evaluate.
See exactly what you will pay before signing up. No demo required, no sales calls, no surprise quotes. Plans start at $149/month.
Your patient data lives in its own isolated database and infrastructure — not shared with other practices. True data isolation, not just role-based access on shared servers.
SiftDental supports the open Model Context Protocol. Connect Claude, ChatGPT, or any MCP-compatible AI tool directly to your practice data — no vendor lock-in on AI.
Dictate probing depths and clinical findings by voice during perio exams. Built into SiftDental — no third-party add-on or separate subscription required.
Month-to-month billing on every plan. Cancel anytime without penalties, fees, or multi-year commitments.
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