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description: Compare Epic vs OpenEMR. Learn more about each of the software’s price, features, and helpful software reviews for Irish business users.
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title: Epic vs OpenEMR Comparison - Capterra Ireland 2026
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# Compare Epic vs OpenEMR

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> Detailed comparison between Epic and OpenEMR. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Epic | OpenEMR |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.0/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 456 | 26 |
| **Starting Price** | - | - |
| **Free Trial** | - | No |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support | 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Documentation |

## Best for

### Epic

Hospitals, health systems, and specialty clinics of all sizes, including academic medical centers and community practices in the healthcare industry.

### OpenEMR

On-premise and cloud-based platform that helps medical institutions with records management, electronic prescriptions, scheduling, reporting, alerts/notifications, customizable layouts and more.

## Key features

### Epic

- Appointment Scheduling
- Billing & Invoicing
- Charting
- Claims Management
- Client Portal
- Compliance Tracking
- Customisable Templates
- Decision Support Systems
- EDI
- EMR/EHR
- For Medical Purposes
- HIPAA Compliant
- Medication Management
- Patient Portal
- Patient Records Management
- Patient Scheduling
- Practice Management
- Scheduling
- Workflow Management

### OpenEMR

- Appointment Scheduling
- Billing & Invoicing
- Charting
- Claims Management
- Client Portal
- Compliance Tracking
- Customisable Templates
- Decision Support Systems
- E-Prescribing
- EDI
- EMR/EHR
- For Medical Purposes
- HIPAA Compliant
- Medication Management
- Patient Portal
- Patient Records Management
- Patient Scheduling
- Practice Management
- Scheduling
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View Epic Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/122278/epiccare-emr)
- [View OpenEMR Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/131911/openemr)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/122278/131911/epiccare-emr/vs/openemr)

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