Whether you’re just starting to research development opportunities or regularly identifying sites, the right land data tool can make the process considerably easier. Having access to important datasets such as planning applications, constraints and planning policies helps to determine if a site is worth investigating, helping to make the process more efficient.
However, not every user needs the same level of functionality; that’s where Landstack Lite and Landstack Pro can help. Specifically designed for different requirements, we’ll explore these two options in this guide so you can determine which will best suit your needs.
What is Landstack Lite?
Landstack Lite is the best option for small projects; on this completely free offering, you can access a range of essential features for a streamlined experience, including:
- Planning applications and constraints
- Price paid, ownership and land market data
- Residential and commercial comparables
- DTV letter sending
- Measuring and mapping tools
- Demographics and terrain tools
And for those in need of some extra tools, we also offer pay-as-you-go and add-on services for the following features:
- Site appraisal tool
- Rightmove data
- API access
Who is Landstack Lite for?
Anyone can use Landstack Lite; however, we’ve seen that it’s particularly suitable for:
- Those just starting in property development
- Smaller developers
- Landowners investigating development potential
- Professionals who mostly need land and planning information
- Users who don’t need advanced automation or AI tools
Landstack Lite best suits these types of users as it provides straightforward datasets, perfect for smaller projects that don’t need more advanced analysis.
What is Landstack Pro?
Our other offering includes the comprehensive Landstack Pro, which is most suitable for more advanced projects as it includes all the features within the Lite plan as well as:
Planning & Land Data
- Local plan policy data
- Allocations
- Land availability assessments
- Settlement boundaries
- Call for sites
- Brownfield
- Green belt review
- Biodiversity net gain (BNG)
- Energy infrastructure
- MCP server for land planning data (compatible with Claude, ChatGPT and Copilot)
Our MCP is automatically included within our Pro plan; however, it can also be included within your Lite plan as part of a subscription, which you can stop at any time.
Site Identification & Analysis
- Landstack AI
- Site appraisal tool
- Site finder
- Planning alerts
- Annotations
Reporting & Integration
- Reporting systems
- Zapier integration
- Districts page
- iOS app
And similar to the Landstack Lite plan, we can also offer Rightmove data and API access as a paid add-on.
Who is Landstack Pro for?
We’d recommend that users utilise Landstack Pro when they need tools that go beyond the core land data offered in Landstack Lite. These users include:
- Housebuilders identifying development opportunities
- Renewable developers
- Land promoters assessing potential sites
- Land agents researching land
- Planning professionals
- Developers assessing multiple sites
- Teams that need more detailed planning-policy information
- Businesses wanting to automate or streamline land research
- Users who need reporting and more advanced analysis
Landstack Pro builds on Landstack Lite with these advanced features, providing the in-depth data needed for bigger and more advanced projects.
Landstack Lite vs Landstack Pro: What’s the Difference?
But which plan should you choose? Here’s a breakdown of Landstack Lite and Landstack Pro to help you decide:
The key difference between the two plans is that Lite gives users the essential core data they need to research land, while Pro has added tools for deeper analysis, helping to identify opportunities more efficiently.
How Much Does Landstack Cost?
Landstack Lite costs nothing – it’s completely free – making it an accessible tool for those on a budget or who simply need essential datasets for their small project. And even if you do need some additional features, we offer an affordable pay-as-you-go and add-on service.
Meanwhile, Landstack Pro is a professional-level offering compiling a wide variety of important data for planning, investigating and developing land, all in one platform. To try Landstack Pro for yourself, book a demo today, and a member of the team will guide you through the process.
Why Use Landstack for Land Research?
Whether you choose our Lite or Pro plan, Landstack brings multiple datasets together within one app for a streamlined experience. Let’s take a closer look at how Landstack can support your projects.
1. Understand Development Potential
With all the relevant information you need for your specific project, such as planning applications, constraints, ownership and comparables, you can quickly build a clearer picture of the site, all from one easy-to-use platform.
2. Identify Opportunities More Efficiently
With the help of Landstack Pro’s site finder feature and our other advanced tools, professional users can investigate and identify sites of interest more efficiently, providing you with more time to focus on other areas, such as analysis and reporting.
3. Make More Data-Driven Decisions
With Landstack, you’re not simply accessing data. Our comprehensive tool helps you to make well-informed land decisions by effectively evaluating all relevant and potential opportunities, so you can feel confident about your plans.
Start with Landstack Lite, Upgrade When You Need More
Not sure whether to start with Landstack Lite or Pro? The right option depends on the complexity and scale of your land research. Lite is a sensible starting point as it provides substantial core information for free. And if you decide you need access to more advanced land intelligence or your project grows, you can upgrade to Pro at any time; it’s that easy.
Ready to explore our land data for yourself? Start using Landstack Lite for free today, or book a demo of Landstack Pro to trial the tool for yourself.
For more information, get in touch with the team on 01285 706708 or at support@landstack.co.uk.