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# Compare HVMS vs Instinct Science

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | HVMS | Instinct Science |
| **Overall rating** | 3.7/5 | 4.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 31 | 238 |
| **Starting Price** | USD 385.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### HVMS

Equine-specific practices with three or more veterinarians that need configurable tools for records, billing, inventory, reporting, mobile access, and complex workflows.

### Instinct Science

Emergency, specialty, multi-practice, and urgent care  veterinary hospitals.

## Key features

### HVMS

- Accounting
- Alerts/Notifications
- Billing & Invoicing
- Calendar Management
- Competition Records
- Customer Database
- Document Management
- Document Storage
- Electronic Payments
- Invoice Management
- Patient Records Management
- Payment Processing
- Practice Management
- Reminders
- Reporting & Statistics
- Scheduling
- Task Scheduling
- Template Management
- Whiteboard

### Instinct Science

- Accounting
- Alerts/Notifications
- Billing & Invoicing
- Calendar Management
- Customer Database
- Document Management
- Document Storage
- E-Prescribing
- Electronic Payments
- Invoice Management
- Patient Records Management
- Payment Processing
- Reminders
- Reporting & Statistics
- Task Scheduling
- Template Management

## Links

- [View HVMS Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/96541/hvms)
- [View Instinct Science Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/1017062/instinct-emr)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/96541/1017062/hvms/vs/instinct-emr)

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