Honest comparison

The Site Book vs RAMs App

An honest comparison to help you choose the right tool for your construction compliance needs.

Quick summary

Both The Site Book and RAMs App are legitimate tools used by UK builders to manage health and safety documentation. They solve the same core problem — getting you a professional RAMS without starting from a blank page — but they go about it in very different ways.

RAMs App gives you access to a large library of pre-written templates. You pick the template that matches your job, customise it, and export. It is a solid, proven approach that works well for contractors who prefer to start from a known good template.

The Site Book takes a different approach. You describe your job in plain English — or just talk into your phone — and AI creates a site-specific RAMS from scratch. It also creates your CPP, site induction, emergency plan, and more, all from the same project description. It is designed for sole traders and small builders who want everything in one place.

Feature comparison

A side-by-side look at what each platform offers.

Feature

The Site Book

RAMs App

Approach

AI-created, site-specific

Template-based library

RAMS

Yes, AI-created

Yes, template-based

CPP

Yes, AI-created

Site Inductions

Yes, digital sign-off

COSHH

Yes, integrated

F10 Notification

Yes, auto-check

Pricing

Free tier, then from £30/mo

From £24/mo

Target audience

Small builders, sole traders

All contractors

Yes, creates from job description

When to choose RAMs App

RAMs App is a good choice if you already know exactly which template you need and prefer to work from a pre-written starting point. Here are some situations where it might be the better fit:

You want access to a large library of pre-written RAMS templates covering specific trades and activities.
You prefer selecting and customising an existing template rather than having a document created from your job description.
Your primary need is RAMS only — you do not need CPP, site inductions, or COSHH tracking.
You work across many different trade activities and want a wide range of template options to choose from.
You are comfortable with a template-first workflow and do not need details extracted from a job description automatically.

When to choose The Site Book

The Site Book is designed for builders who want their documents created automatically from a job description, and who need more than just RAMS. Here is when it makes the most sense:

You want site-specific documents created from a plain English description of your job.
You need more than just RAMS — you want your CPP, site induction, emergency plan, COSHH records, and F10 check all in one place.
You are a sole trader or small builder and want a free tier to get started without committing to a monthly subscription.
You want a compliance dashboard that tracks what is done and what is outstanding across your entire project.
You prefer to describe your job once and have every document pre-filled from the same information.
You want digital site induction sign-offs on mobile, rather than paper forms.
You want transparent pricing starting from £30 per month with no need to book a demo.

The bottom line

RAMs App is a well-established tool with a strong template library. If your needs are primarily RAMS and you like working from templates, it is a solid option. The Site Book is a newer platform that takes a different approach — site-specific documents created from your job description, covering the full CDM compliance suite. If you are a small builder who wants everything in one place without the template hunting, it is worth a look.

The best way to decide is to try both. The Site Book has a free tier, so you can create your first RAMS and CPP without spending a penny.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Site Book better than RAMs App?

Both tools have genuine strengths. RAMs App excels at providing a large library of pre-written templates that you can customise — ideal if you prefer to start from a known good document. The Site Book takes a different approach, creating site-specific RAMS from your job description. It also covers more than just RAMS — you get CPP, site inductions, COSHH, and more in one platform. The best choice depends on whether you prefer templates or documents created from your job description, and whether you need the full compliance suite or just RAMS.

Can I switch from RAMs App to The Site Book?

Yes, switching is straightforward. Sign up for a free account, describe your current project, and The Site Book will create your RAMS and other compliance documents from scratch. There is no migration or data import needed — you are creating fresh, site-specific documents rather than transferring old templates. You can try it on one project with the free tier before making any commitment.

Which is cheaper, The Site Book or RAMs App?

The Site Book starts with a free tier that lets you create documents for your first project at no cost — no credit card required. Paid plans start from £39/mo (u00a330/mo on annual plan). RAMs App starts from £24 per month. Both offer good value, but The Site Book is more affordable for sole traders and small builders, especially with the free tier to get started.

New to RAMS?

Read our plain-English guide to Risk Assessments and Method Statements — what they are, when you need them, and common mistakes to avoid.

What is RAMS? →

Try The Site Book free

Create your first RAMS and CPP in minutes. No credit card required. See how it compares for yourself.

Start free trial See pricing

All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Use of these names does not imply endorsement. Information is based on publicly available data as of March 2026.