RecommendedAll-in-one mortuary management software. Manage deceased records, storage, invoicing, and workflows — from one simple platform.
- Free plan
- 5-min setup
- Multi-branch
- Body tracking
Software comparison
MortemCare vs Halcyon
Halcyon (by Batesville) is an award-winning deathcare management platform for funeral homes, crematories, and enterprises. Here's how it compares to MortemCare.
FreeMortemCare starting price
$295/moHalcyon starting price
RecommendedHalcyon
Award-winning deathcare management platform by Batesville. Funeral homes, crematories, pet crematories, trade, and enterprise management with add-on integrations.
- No free plan
- Batesville backed
- DocuSign
- QuickBooks
Feature comparison
Side-by-side feature breakdown
A detailed look at what each platform offers across the features that matter most to your funeral home.
| Feature | MortemCare | Halcyon |
|---|---|---|
| Deceased record management | Yes | Yes |
| Custom workflows with required fields | Yes | Yes |
| Personal effects & property tracking | Yes | No |
| Task lists & reminders | Yes | Yes |
| Arrangement assistant | No | YesAdd-on |
| Family collaboration portal | No | YesAdd-on |
| Pre-need management | No | Yes |
| Real-time storage dashboard | Yes | No |
| Storage unit assignment & occupancy | Yes | No |
| Body movement history | Yes | YesAdd-on |
| Chain of custody (QR-based) | Yes | YesAdd-on |
| Cremation pickup & drop-off tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Pet crematory tracking | No | Yes |
| Itemized invoice generation | Yes | Yes |
| Partial payments & deposits | Yes | Yes |
| PDF invoice generation | Yes | Yes |
| Credit card processing | PartialComing soon | YesAdd-on |
| QuickBooks integration | No | YesAdd-on |
| Financial reporting & sales tracking | Partial | Yes |
| Printable deceased reports | Yes | Yes |
| eSignatures (DocuSign) | No | YesAdd-on |
| Customizable contract templates | Partial | Yes |
| AI obituary writer | No | Yes |
| Audit trail & compliance logs | Yes | Yes |
| Secure cloud hosting & encryption | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan available | Yes | No |
| Self-service sign-up (no demo required) | Yes | No |
| All features included (no paid add-ons) | Yes | No |
| Multi-location / enterprise support | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud-based access (any device) | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile planner app | No | YesAdd-on |
| Trade management (serving other firms) | No | Yes |
| No contracts or long-term obligations | Yes | Yes |
Pricing
The cost breakdown
MortemCare uses simple, transparent annual pricing. Halcyon charges a monthly fee plus activation, with optional paid add-ons for key features.
- Basic Most Popular≈ $16.58/month$199/year
- Free Full access, limited cases$0
- Enterprise Multi-branch, priority support$499/year
- Base Plan+ activation fee$295+/mo
- Add-OnsDocuSign, QuickBooks, body tracking, etc.Extra
- EnterpriseMulti-location, per-case feesCustom
Estimated annual cost$3,540+/yearBased on $295/mo minimum + add-ons
Key takeaways
Where each platform shines
An honest look at where each product has an edge — so you can make the best choice for your funeral home.
Wins at…Pricing & Transparency
Free plan available. Paid plans start at $199/year with everything included — no activation fees, no paid add-ons. Halcyon starts at $295/month ($3,540+/year) plus activation and add-on fees.
Built-in Storage Management
Real-time storage dashboards with unit assignment and occupancy monitoring included in every plan. Halcyon doesn't offer dedicated storage management.
All-Inclusive Feature Set
Body tracking, workflows, invoicing, and storage management — all included in every plan. Halcyon charges extra add-on fees for DocuSign, QuickBooks, body tracking, and mobile access.
Instant Self-Service Setup
Sign up and start managing cases in 5 minutes — no demo required, no activation fee, no sales call. Get started immediately with the free plan.
Batesville Ecosystem
Backed by Batesville with integration into their Digital Showroom, casket catalog, and broader deathcare ecosystem. Enterprise-grade infrastructure and support.
DocuSign eSignatures
Official DocuSign partnership for handling multiple signers, syncing signatures to client records, and streamlining the contract process.
Pet Crematory & Trade Management
Dedicated solutions for pet cremation and trade management (serving other funeral homes) — specialized modules not available in MortemCare.
AI & Arrangement Tools
AI obituary writer, arrangement assistant for family collaboration, and mobile planner app for on-the-go case access and calendar tracking.
Verdict
The bottom line
Choose MortemCare if you want an affordable, modern platform with a free plan, built-in storage management, custom workflows, and all core features included — no paid add-ons or activation fees.
Choose Halcyon if you need an enterprise-grade platform backed by Batesville with DocuSign eSignatures, QuickBooks integration, QR body tracking, AI obituaries, arrangement assistant tools, and pet crematory support.