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Head-to-head · Grooming App

DaySmart Pet vs GroomWork

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
DaySmart Pet #4 in Grooming App 7.9/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit DaySmart Pet
GroomWork #5 in Grooming App 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit GroomWork

DaySmart Pet leads on 0 checks, GroomWork on 2, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Lowest starting priceGroomWork · $19/mo
  • Free planonly GroomWork
  • Free trialonly DaySmart Pet

DaySmart Pet and GroomWork score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for grooming app; DaySmart Pet sits at #4 and GroomWork at #5 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

GroomWork offers free plan; DaySmart Pet doesn't. GroomWork is cheaper to start at $19/mo against $29/mo.

DaySmart Pet is the better fit for pet groomers needing a mature, full-service system. GroomWork is the better fit for solo groomers and small grooming teams.

  • DaySmart Pet fits best

    Pet groomers needing a mature, full-service system

  • GroomWork fits best

    Solo groomers and small grooming teams

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Side by side

Feature DaySmart Pet 7.9/10 Visit ↗ GroomWork 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #4 in Grooming App #5 in Grooming App
Best for Pet groomers needing a mature, full-service system Solo groomers and small grooming teams
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $29/mo $19/mo (best)
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial 14 days —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs Email
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features DaySmart Pet 0/3 · GroomWork 0/3
Routine tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Appointment booking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Grooming focus Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Pet records, recurring appointments, reminders, and online booking in one system
  • Employee scheduling, payroll, commissions, and time clocks support growing teams
  • Cloud, desktop, and mobile access with integrated payments and route mapping
  • Pet profiles capture health, behavior, visit history, and photos
  • Booking, recurring appointments, reminders, invoicing, and payments in one system
  • Salon plan adds multi-groomer scheduling and mobile-grooming tools
Cons
  • No free plan; service is paid after the 14-day trial
  • Basic plan supports only one user
  • Advanced payroll, marketing, and messaging require higher tiers
  • Web-only; native iOS and Android apps are not currently available
  • Free plan has a monthly appointment limit
  • Multi-groomer scheduling is reserved for the Salon plan
Our verdict

DaySmart Pet is business management software for pet groomers, daycare providers, boarding kennels, and mobile grooming businesses. Its scope covers drag-and-drop appointment scheduling, a customizable 24/7 booking website, automated text…

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GroomWork brings scheduling, online booking, pet and client records, payment tracking, and business administration into a cloud-based web system for independent groomers, salons, and mobile grooming businesses. Its pet profiles can hold…

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  1. DaySmart PetGrooming App 7.914-day trial
  2. GroomWorkGrooming App 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • DaySmart Pet — where it wins

    • Pet records, recurring appointments, reminders, and online booking in one system
    • Employee scheduling, payroll, commissions, and time clocks support growing teams
    • Cloud, desktop, and mobile access with integrated payments and route mapping

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; service is paid after the 14-day trial
    • Basic plan supports only one user
    • Advanced payroll, marketing, and messaging require higher tiers

  • GroomWork — where it wins

    • Pet profiles capture health, behavior, visit history, and photos
    • Booking, recurring appointments, reminders, invoicing, and payments in one system
    • Salon plan adds multi-groomer scheduling and mobile-grooming tools

    Where it doesn't

    • Web-only; native iOS and Android apps are not currently available
    • Free plan has a monthly appointment limit
    • Multi-groomer scheduling is reserved for the Salon plan

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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