Head-to-head · Horse Software
Aurestra vs HorseRecords
Aurestra leads on 1 check, HorseRecords on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAurestra · 8.8/10
- Free planonly Aurestra
- Free trialonly HorseRecords
Aurestra scores higher on our rubric for horse software: 8.8 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.
Aurestra offers free plan; HorseRecords doesn't.
Aurestra is the better fit for small barns needing affordable all-round management. HorseRecords is the better fit for teams needing detailed records and shared access.
- Aurestra fits best
Small barns needing affordable all-round management
- HorseRecords fits best
Teams needing detailed records and shared access
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Side by side
| Feature | Aurestra 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | HorseRecords 8.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.1 |
| Ranking | #1 in Horse Software | #4 in Horse Software |
| Best for | Small barns needing affordable all-round management | Teams needing detailed records and shared access |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | CA$59.99/yr | — |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | 30 days |
| Deployment | Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs | Email, Live chat |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Aurestra 3/4 · HorseRecords 3/4 | ||
| Health records | ✓ | ✓ |
| Breeding & pedigree | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Stable management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Appointment scheduling | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Mobile access | Ios and android | Ios and android |
| Horse limit | Not checked yet | 7 horses |
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| Our verdict | Aurestra is a mobile equestrian management platform for horse owners, stable managers and equine professionals. It brings horse profiles, care notes, documents, history, ownership and relationship-based sharing together with boarding,… Read the review → |
HorseRecords brings horse profiles, care histories, performance logs, breeding records and stable details into a cloud-based management service. It is aimed at horse owners, breeders, trainers, studs, agistment centres, and riding or… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Aurestra — where it wins
- Free plan covers horse records, care, schedules and stable operations
- Pro adds invoices, billing schedules, credits and Stripe payments
- iOS and Android apps support mobile stable and equine workflows
Where it doesn't
- Billing and online payments require a Pro plan
- Only one stable and equine business are included on Free
- Mobile deployment and a single Stripe integration limit platform breadth
HorseRecords — where it wins
- Combines medical, performance, pedigree and progeny records.
- Supports feed schedules, tack tracking and training logs.
- Offers role-based shared access, record transfers and API access.
Where it doesn't
- There is no ongoing free plan; the free option is a 30-day trial.
- Mobile access uses the website added to a device home screen.
- The listed plans show the same highlights, with no tier distinction to guide selection.
- Aurestra8.8/10 · Free plan
Affordable horse management covering records, operations, scheduling and payments.
Visit AurestraFull verdict → - HorseRecords8.1/10 · 30-day trial
A shared horse-record system for care, performance, breeding and stable operations.
Visit HorseRecordsFull verdict →
Aurestra vs HorseRecords: questions
Which is better for horse software, Aurestra or HorseRecords?
Aurestra scores higher on our rubric for horse software: 8.8 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.
How do Aurestra and HorseRecords compare?
Of the 5 checks we put side by side, Aurestra leads on 1, HorseRecords on none, and 4 are level. Free plan only on Aurestra.
Do Aurestra and HorseRecords have a free plan?
Aurestra: Yes. HorseRecords: No.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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