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# Compare DaySmart Vet vs Hippo Manager

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> Detailed comparison between DaySmart Vet and Hippo Manager. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | DaySmart Vet | Hippo Manager |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 3.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 279 | 133 |
| **Starting Price** | US$116.00 | US$119.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### DaySmart Vet

Veterinarians, veterinary practice managers, veterinary technicians, veterinary groups, veterinary consolidators, animal healthcare providers, mobile vets, equine vets

### Hippo Manager

Flexible and ideal for any size or specialty - companion, large animal, equine, mobile, single location, multi, enterprise, nonprofit, education \&amp; more. Get work/life balance while you grow.

## Key features

### DaySmart Vet

- API
- Accounting
- Alerts/Notifications
- Appointment Scheduling
- Billing & Invoicing
- Calendar Management
- Charting
- Client Management
- Confirmations/Reminders
- Document Storage
- E-Prescribing
- Imaging and X-rays
- Inventory Management
- Invoice Management
- Patient Portal
- Patient Records Management
- Prescription Processing
- Reminders
- SOAP notes
- Treatment Planning

### Hippo Manager

- API
- Accounting
- Alerts/Notifications
- Appointment Scheduling
- Billing & Invoicing
- Calendar Management
- Charting
- Confirmations/Reminders
- Document Storage
- Imaging and X-rays
- Inventory Management
- Invoice Management
- Patient Portal
- Patient Records Management
- Prescription Processing
- Reminders
- SOAP notes
- Treatment Planning

## Links

- [View DaySmart Vet Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/133166/DaySmart-Vet)
- [View Hippo Manager Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/134667/hippo-manager)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/133166/134667/DaySmart-Vet/vs/hippo-manager)

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