ClientForms vs NovoPsych for NZ Practitioners
Looking for a clinical assessment platform that understands the New Zealand context? Here's an honest comparison of ClientForms and NovoPsych for practitioners in Aotearoa.
The NZ Difference
NovoPsych Is Australian. ClientForms Speaks NZ.
NovoPsych is an established Australian platform — but it has no NZ-specific pages, no HIPC compliance messaging, and no NZ Privacy Act references. If you're a NZ practitioner, compliance clarity matters.
Feature Comparison
An honest look at both platforms — we acknowledge where NovoPsych is strong and where ClientForms offers a better fit for NZ practitioners.
| Aspect | ClientForms | NovoPsych |
|---|---|---|
| NZ Privacy Compliance | HIPC 2020 + NZ Privacy Act 2020 — explicitly addressed with detailed compliance page Strong | References Australian Privacy Principles and HIPAA — no specific NZ privacy messaging Limited |
| NZ-Specific Content | Dedicated NZ pages, NZ terminology, Aotearoa context, Te Whare Tapa Whā references Strong | No NZ-specific pages or NZ regulatory messaging Limited |
| Neurodivergent-Friendly Design | Time estimates, grouped questions, calmer colours, visible progress, reduced cognitive load Strong | Standard form design Moderate |
| Assessment Library | 190+ forms covering ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, dermatology, and more Strong | 150+ assessments across broad categories Strong |
| AI Features | None — focused on forms and patient experience Limited | AI Scribe, AI Letters, AI-powered notes Strong |
| Entry-Level Pricing | $9/month (USD) for unlimited responses, 3 forms Strong | $30/month (AUD) for 50 Pro Actions Moderate |
| Data Hosting | Australia (Sydney) — IPP 12 compliant for NZ cross-border requirements Strong | Australia Strong |
| PDF Export | All tiers including free Strong | Paid tiers only Moderate |
NZ Privacy Compliance
ClientForms
HIPC 2020 + NZ Privacy Act 2020 — explicitly addressed with detailed compliance page
StrongNovoPsych
References Australian Privacy Principles and HIPAA — no specific NZ privacy messaging
LimitedNZ-Specific Content
ClientForms
Dedicated NZ pages, NZ terminology, Aotearoa context, Te Whare Tapa Whā references
StrongNovoPsych
No NZ-specific pages or NZ regulatory messaging
LimitedNeurodivergent-Friendly Design
ClientForms
Time estimates, grouped questions, calmer colours, visible progress, reduced cognitive load
StrongNovoPsych
Standard form design
ModerateAssessment Library
ClientForms
190+ forms covering ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, dermatology, and more
StrongNovoPsych
150+ assessments across broad categories
StrongAI Features
ClientForms
None — focused on forms and patient experience
LimitedNovoPsych
AI Scribe, AI Letters, AI-powered notes
StrongEntry-Level Pricing
ClientForms
$9/month (USD) for unlimited responses, 3 forms
StrongNovoPsych
$30/month (AUD) for 50 Pro Actions
ModerateData Hosting
ClientForms
Australia (Sydney) — IPP 12 compliant for NZ cross-border requirements
StrongNovoPsych
Australia
StrongPDF Export
ClientForms
All tiers including free
StrongNovoPsych
Paid tiers only
ModerateWhen to Choose Each Platform
Choose ClientForms if you...
- Need HIPC and NZ Privacy Act 2020 compliance clarity for your practice
- Work with neurodivergent patients who benefit from calmer, ND-friendly form design
- Want lower monthly costs ($9/mo vs $30/mo for entry-level)
- Need PDF export on all tiers including free
- Value a platform that understands the NZ clinical context
- Run a solo practice or small team focused on assessments
Choose NovoPsych if you...
- Specifically need AI scribe or AI letter generation features
- Want an all-in-one platform with practice management built in
- Prefer a more generous free tier (5 assessments/month with all forms)
- Need features beyond assessment forms (AI-powered notes, letters)
Pricing Comparison
Both platforms offer free tiers. Here's how pricing compares for NZ practitioners.
ClientForms Pricing (USD)
Free
10 responses, 1 form, PDF export included
$0
Starter
Unlimited responses, 3 forms, assessment bundles
$9/mo
Professional
Unlimited responses, all 190+ forms, trend analytics
$19/mo
NovoPsych Pricing (AUD)
Free
5 assessments/month, all 150+ forms, 30 AI notes/month
$0
Pro
50 Pro Actions per month
$30/mo
Pro Plus
100 Pro Actions per month
$60/mo
Platinum
Unlimited Pro Actions
$99/mo
NZ Compliance: The Key Difference
As a NZ practitioner, you have specific obligations under the Privacy Act 2020 and HIPC 2020. Your software should support that.
HIPC 2020 Addressed
ClientForms explicitly addresses all 13 health information privacy rules under the HIPC 2020 — with a dedicated compliance page for NZ practitioners.
View NZ compliance details →IPP 12 Cross-Border
Both platforms host data in Australia. ClientForms explicitly explains how Australian hosting meets NZ cross-border requirements under IPP 12.
NZ-First Approach
NZ-specific landing pages, NZ regulatory references, and NZ terminology conventions (programme, practitioner, hauora) — not just an AU platform that happens to accept NZ sign-ups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NovoPsych HIPC compliant for NZ practitioners?
NovoPsych does not specifically mention HIPC (Health Information Privacy Code 2020) compliance or NZ Privacy Act 2020 on their website. They reference Australian Privacy Principles and HIPAA compliance. If NZ-specific compliance is important to your practice, ClientForms provides explicit HIPC 2020 and NZ Privacy Act 2020 compliance documentation.
How does pricing compare for NZ practitioners?
ClientForms starts at $9/month (USD) for unlimited responses with 3 forms. NovoPsych starts at $30/month (AUD) for 50 Pro Actions. For full access, ClientForms Professional is $19/month (USD) for all 190+ forms, while NovoPsych Platinum is $99/month (AUD) for unlimited actions. NovoPsych has a more generous free tier (5 assessments/month vs 10 total for ClientForms).
Does NovoPsych have NZ-specific content?
NovoPsych is Australian-founded and primarily targets the Australian market. They do not have NZ-specific landing pages, NZ regulatory compliance messaging, or NZ terminology. ClientForms has dedicated NZ pages covering ADHD assessment, autism screening, anxiety and depression tools, and detailed HIPC compliance information.
Which platform is better for ADHD and autism assessments in NZ?
ClientForms is specifically designed for neurodivergent patients with features like time estimates (addressing time blindness), grouped questions (reducing cognitive load), and calmer colours. These ND-friendly design features are particularly relevant for ADHD and autism assessments. NovoPsych uses standard form design.
Can I switch from NovoPsych to ClientForms?
Yes. Sign up for a free ClientForms account, set your country as New Zealand, and start sending assessments. Your existing NovoPsych data stays with NovoPsych — ClientForms is a new platform for new assessments. You can run both platforms simultaneously during a transition period.
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See the difference for yourself. Set up your free account in 2 minutes — HIPC compliant, ND-friendly, built for NZ practitioners.