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Head-to-head · Horse Software

HorseRecords vs OnStride

  • Updated Nov 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score HorseRecords #4 in Horse Software 8.1/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 4 features Visit HorseRecords
OnStride #6 in Horse Software 7.6/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 4 features Visit OnStride

HorseRecords leads on 0 checks, OnStride on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreHorseRecords · 8.1/10
  • Free trialonly HorseRecords

HorseRecords scores higher on our rubric for horse software: 8.1 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.

OnStride leads on horse limit: 100 horses versus 7 horses.

HorseRecords is the better fit for teams needing detailed records and shared access. OnStride is the better fit for larger barns needing staff and client workflows.

  • HorseRecords fits best

    Teams needing detailed records and shared access

  • OnStride fits best

    Larger barns needing staff and client workflows

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Side by side

Feature HorseRecords 8.1/10 Visit ↗ OnStride 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.1 7.6
Ranking #4 in Horse Software #6 in Horse Software
Best for Teams needing detailed records and shared access Larger barns needing staff and client workflows
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price — $299.95/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial 30 days —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat Email
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features HorseRecords 3/4 · OnStride 3/4
Health records ✓ ✓
Breeding & pedigree ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Stable management ✓ ✓
Appointment scheduling Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Mobile access Ios and android Ios and android
Horse limit 7 horses 100 horses (best)
Our review
Pros
  • 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.
  • Tracks horse health, documents, and care timelines in digital profiles
  • Coordinates shared schedules, recurring events, tasks, and staff workloads
  • Connects client access and Stripe invoicing with role-based permissions
Cons
  • 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.
  • The Early Adopter Club starts at $299.95 per month
  • No self-service free trial; prospective barns can request a demo and fit check
  • Breeding is served, but specific breeding or pedigree tools are not verified
Our verdict

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…

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OnStride brings barn administration into one configured system for boarding, lesson, training, and show operations. Horse profiles hold health, vaccination, feeding, medication, and owner information, while staff can record care events and…

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  1. HorseRecordsHorse Software 8.130-day trial
  2. OnStrideHorse Software 7.6Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 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.

  • OnStride — where it wins

    • Tracks horse health, documents, and care timelines in digital profiles
    • Coordinates shared schedules, recurring events, tasks, and staff workloads
    • Connects client access and Stripe invoicing with role-based permissions

    Where it doesn't

    • The Early Adopter Club starts at $299.95 per month
    • No self-service free trial; prospective barns can request a demo and fit check
    • Breeding is served, but specific breeding or pedigree tools are not verified

HorseRecords vs OnStride: questions

Which is better for horse software, HorseRecords or OnStride?

HorseRecords scores higher on our rubric for horse software: 8.1 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.

How do HorseRecords and OnStride compare?

Of the 6 checks we put side by side, HorseRecords leads on none, OnStride on 1, and 5 are level. Horse limit: 100 horses on OnStride vs 7 horses.

Do HorseRecords and OnStride have a free plan?

HorseRecords: No. OnStride: No.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026

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