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Onward Vet Review 2026
Key takeaway: AI-powered PIMS with speech-to-text and automated SOAP notes
What Is Onward Vet?
Onward Vet is an ai-powered pims with speech-to-text and automated soap notes that entered the market in 2022. Based in the USA, Onward Vet is one of the newest entrants in this review and represents the next generation of AI-powered veterinary software. Its core promise: use speech-to-text and AI to eliminate the documentation burden that burns out veterinarians.
The platform is cloud-based and targets small animal, general practice practices. We found Onward Vet's AI capabilities impressive for such a young platform. The speech-to-text SOAP note generation works well in practice, and the overall workflow is designed to minimize time at the keyboard so veterinarians can spend more time with patients.
Onward Vet starts at $300/mo per veterinarian with a per practice/month starting at $300 (independent clinics); all-inclusive; custom pricing for 10+ vets model. A free trial is available — we recommend trying it before committing given the platform's early-stage nature.
Founded
2022
Deployment
Cloud-based
Headquarters
USA
Users
Early adopters
Key Features
We evaluated every major feature of Onward Vet. Here is a breakdown of what the platform offers.
AI speech-to-text
Speak naturally during appointments and let the AI transcribe and structure your notes in real time.
Automated SOAP notes
The platform's flagship feature — AI that generates complete SOAP notes from the appointment conversation, dramatically reducing documentation time.
Scheduling
An intuitive appointment scheduling interface with support for multiple providers.
Client communication
Automated messaging for appointment reminders and follow-ups.
Invoicing
Integrated invoicing tied to appointments and treatment records.
Inventory
Basic inventory tracking for product and medication management.
Seamless workflows
Purpose-built workflows designed to eliminate friction at every step of the clinical encounter.
Pros and Cons
After testing Onward Vet extensively, here is our honest assessment of its strengths and weaknesses.
Pros
- AI-driven note-taking saves significant time
- Modern interface
- Built specifically to reduce documentation burden
Cons
- Very new platform
- Smaller user base
- Still building out integrations
Pricing Analysis
Understanding the true cost of Onward Vet is essential before committing. Here is what we found.
Onward Vet
Per practice/month starting at $300 (independent clinics); all-inclusive; custom pricing for 10+ vets
Starting price. Contact vendor for exact quote.
Key features included
- AI speech-to-text
- Automated SOAP notes
- Scheduling
- Client communication
- Invoicing
- +2 more features
Pricing Details
- Model: Per practice/month starting at $300 (independent clinics); all-inclusive; custom pricing for 10+ vets
- Starting at: $300/month
- Free trial: Yes
- Free plan: No
Our Value Assessment
At $300/mo, Onward Vet is positioned at the premium end of the market. The higher price point reflects the depth of features available, but practices should ensure they need that level of functionality before committing.
Who Is Onward Vet Best For?
Based on our testing, Onward Vet is the strongest fit for the following practice types.
Tech-forward practices
Onward Vet's features align well with the needs of practices focused on tech-forward practices.
Solo vets wanting AI assistance
Onward Vet leverages technology to automate routine tasks and surface actionable insights, which appeals to forward-thinking practice teams.
Practices drowning in documentation
Onward Vet's features align well with the needs of practices focused on practices drowning in documentation.
Who Should Look Elsewhere?
No software is perfect for every practice. Here are situations where Onward Vet may not be the best fit.
- Practices that need a mature, proven platform with a large user base and extensive integration ecosystem should wait for Onward Vet to mature further, or choose Digitail which offers similar AI capabilities with more stability.
- Multi-location hospital groups that need enterprise reporting, complex workflows, and dedicated account management should choose a more established platform like ezyVet or Vetspire.
- Clinics that depend on a wide range of third-party integrations should verify current compatibility — Onward Vet is still building out its integration library.
How Onward Vet Compares
Here is a quick look at how Onward Vet stacks up against some key competitors.
| Software | Starting Price | Avg Rating | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onward Vet (this review) | From $300/mo | N/A | Tech-forward practices |
| Digitail | From $299/mo | 4.8/5.0 | AI-forward teams |
| Shepherd | From $99/mo | 4.9/5.0 | Start-up practices |
| DaySmart Vet | From $120/mo | 4.3/5.0 | Client communication |
Ratings shown are averages from Capterra. Pricing reflects publicly available starting prices and may vary based on practice size.
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Final Verdict
Onward Vet is the most exciting new entrant in the veterinary software market. For tech-forward practices and solo veterinarians who are drowning in documentation, the AI speech-to-text SOAP notes could be transformative. At $300/mo, it is priced in the mid-range. The main risk is its newness — with fewer than 20 reviews and an early adopter user base, you are trading stability for innovation. That trade-off is worth it for the right practice.