GardenDraft vs Garden Plan Pro
Garden Plan Pro is the Apple-platform app from the makers of GrowVeg — the same well-regarded frost-aware planning engine, sold as a one-time purchase instead of a subscription. The main differences are platform (Garden Plan Pro is iOS, iPad, and Mac only) and how you start (a paid app versus a free tier).
| GardenDraft | Garden Plan Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 1 garden, 3 beds, no card | No — paid app (~$9.99 one-time) |
| Price | Free to start; $4.99/mo or $29.99/yr | ~$9.99 one-time (no subscription) |
| Platform | Web today; iOS + Android coming | iOS / iPad / Mac only |
| Frost-aware dates | NOAA normals by postal code, with override | Yes — GrowVeg frost engine |
| Crop rotation | Bed & family history in the journal | Yes — GrowVeg rotation |
| 3D view | Yes | No |
| Offline use | Web app (native offline shell coming) | Works offline on iPad |
Where GardenDraft is the stronger pick
- A free first garden before paying anything.
- Works on the web (and Android coming), not just Apple devices.
- A 3D view and a modern, touch-first editor.
- A no-paywall data promise, plus journal, harvest log, and seed inventory built in.
Where Garden Plan Pro might suit you better
- A one-time purchase — no subscription, ever.
- Works offline on an iPad, handy in the garden without a signal.
- The mature, well-tested GrowVeg planning engine.
The bottom line
If you're all-in on Apple devices and prefer a one-time purchase, Garden Plan Pro is a solid offline option. If you want to start free, plan from any device, and get a 3D view, GardenDraft fits better.
Free on one garden — no credit card. Comparison last reviewed 2026-06-21.
New to planning a garden?
Whichever planner you pick, these free GardenDraft resources help you get started: