Stable Manager vs BIG Rider
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stable Manager
Manage your horses and stables with this comprehensive app. Track health records, appointments, feeding schedules, and user permissions for family and staff. Syncs across all your devices.
- User permissions and access control
- Synchronized data across devices
- Horse health and visit records
- Feeding schedules and management
- Appointment and diary tracking
- Livery and transfer management
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Stable Manager allows you to add ‘users’ who can be members of your family, grooms or riders, governed by individual 'permissions', to control what they can edit and see. When a record is updated, that information is synchronised with the apps on ALL your devices and those of your users. The app is organised into a number of separate areas: HOME SCREEN Once you have entered information about your horses, the home screen comes to life. It displays a consolidated view of your Stables with 'badges' over the icons, to remind you of imminent actions you need to take. Larger stables can also access shared Ride Lists, Turnout Plans and Feed Lists from here. THE HORSE LIST This is the entry point to the home screen for each individual horse. You can re-order the list for a convenient view of which horses have the most imminent vaccines, farrier visits etc.. HORSE HOME Each horse has its own Home Screen. Within that screen you can view, add and edit information about that horse. At the top of each home screen there is a panel summarising key dates and membership information. ORGANISE YOUR VET AND PHYSIO RECORDS Keep vet and physio records for each horse. Attach photos, pdfs and videos to notes. The visibility of those records can be controlled depending on the user. THE STABLES SCREEN The Stables screen is where administrators and managers can control access and manage information about the Stables. They can invite users and set user permissions and notifications. This is also where you can set the number of days warning Stable Manger gives you when certain events are imminent or are indeed overdue. VISITS You can add and manage appointments here for professionals visiting your yard. Dates entered here will be tracked in the diary and you can set up reminders when visits are imminent. There are features to automatically update horse records following each visit to keep a history of the horse's treatment. THE DIARY The diary screen on the app, displays a month view containing icons showing events such as visits or shows you have entered in the app. You can enter notes for a particular day such as people's holidays, and there is also a feature to set up regular weekly or monthly job reminders. THE FEEDS SCREEN This is where you can generate feed charts or lists for your Stables. You can manage items in your feedroom and enter the meals and portions for each horse. LIVERIES AND TRANSFERS Stable Manager also supports features for placing a horse on livery, or permanently transferring it to other stables with its records using Stable Manager.
BIG Rider
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This app requires a subscription to access all features. BigRider: Your Ultimate Equestrian Performance & Management App Master every aspect of your horse's life with BigRider – the all-in-one app designed by equestrians, for equestrians. From stable to arena, BigRider empowers you to effortlessly organize, track, and optimize the well-being and performance of every horse in your care. Tired of juggling spreadsheets, scattered notes, and forgotten appointments? BigRider brings everything you need into one intuitive platform, giving you more time to focus on what truly matters: your bond with your horse. Key Features Designed for Every Rider: Comprehensive Horse Profiles: Create detailed profiles for all your horses. Log essential information including breed, age, color, identification, and more. All critical data, always at your fingertips. Intuitive Health & Wellness Tracking: Never miss a beat when it comes to your horse's health. Easily log vaccinations, deworming schedules, farrier visits, dental checks, and any health incidents or treatments. Monitor trends and ensure proactive care. Advanced Training & Exercise Logs: Plan, track, and analyze your training sessions. Record ride duration, type of exercise, specific drills, and performance notes. Monitor progress over time, identify strengths, and target areas for improvement. Smart Task & Appointment Reminders: Set custom reminders for everything: daily chores, medication times, upcoming competitions, vet appointments, farrier visits, and more. BigRider ensures you stay on top of your schedule, so nothing is overlooked. Secure Document & Media Storage: Keep all important documents organized and accessible. Upload registration papers, insurance policies, competition results, and even photos or videos directly within the app. Say goodbye to lost paperwork! Collaborative "Crew" Management: BigRider is built for teams. Invite your trainer, students, groom, vet, farrier, or fellow riders to join your horse's profile. Share information, assign tasks, and ensure everyone is on the same page, fostering seamless communication and care. Performance & Progress Insights: Visualize your horse's journey with insightful charts and graphs. Track key metrics over time to understand performance trends and make informed decisions for training and care. Whether you're a professional competitor, a passionate amateur, a stable manager, or simply a devoted horse owner, BigRider is your essential partner for streamlined horse management. Spend less time managing logistics and more time enjoying your equine companions. Download BigRider today and revolutionize the way you care for your horses! Subscription Details: - Monthly and annual subscriptions available - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the billing period - Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stable Manager at none against BIG Rider's 6. BIG Rider's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. BIG Rider sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Stable Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.
Stable Manager ships an update monthly, BIG Rider every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stable Manager | BIG Rider |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 14.0.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 69 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Equinited Ltd | BIG Rider |
In-app purchases
Stable Manager
No in-app purchases
BIG Rider
- Tier 17 Days trial$6.991 Month
- Tier 27 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Tier 37 Days trial$9.991 Month
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- Tier 17 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Tier 27 Days trial$69.991 Year
- Tier 37 Days trial$99.991 Year
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