Comparison

DHI vs VetXpert

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DHI

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The DHI-Plus® Edge app provides users with the ability to quickly look up current animal records and view herd management reports. This new app also includes data entry capabilities in a simple input screen or in “task list” mode that many DHI-Plus users are accustomed to using. Bluetooth integration with select RFID scanners is supported. The app works in conjunction with the powerful on-farm DHI-Plus dairy records system and can quickly sync data to the on-farm DHI-Plus database or it can be used in a disconnected environment and then sync when an internet connection is available. You can view and edit records pertaining to all your cows, heifers, and bulls. Features include: Enter data for events including breedings, string changes and preg checks Stay efficient by performing multiple tasks at the same time Easily access vital management reports Wireless syncing – Operate with or without an internet connection and then sync changes back to DHI-Plus when a connection is available.

About

VetXpert

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VetXpert, by CattleXpert Inc., is a field-ready mobile app designed for feedlots, ranches, and large-scale livestock operations. Streamline your daily livestock management with tools built specifically for in-the-pen use. Key Features: Record Treatments: Log drugs, doses, diagnosis codes, and withdrawal periods. Track Pen Movements: Easily record animal movements, pen transitions, and location changes. Log Mortalities: Quickly document deaths with photos and notes. Search & Lookup: Find animals by tag, lot, or status and access full history. Manage Access: Admin Dashboard lets you add users and manage roles efficiently. Why Choose VetXpert: Optimized for mobile use in the field Streamlined UI for faster cattle processing Built-in traceability, compliance, and reporting Seamless integration with CattleXpert digital ecosystem: feed management, health, and closeout systems VetXpert helps your team stay organized, compliant, and efficient, ensuring smooth operations across your entire feedlot.

Screenshots

DHI4 screens
VetXpert4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DHI at 12.2 against VetXpert's 15.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DHI ships an update monthly, VetXpert every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
DHI versus VetXpert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDHIVetXpert
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.2 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDHI Computing ServiceCattleXpert Inc

In-app purchases

None

DHI

No in-app purchases

None

VetXpert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DHI free?
DHI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VetXpert free?
VetXpert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DHI or VetXpert have ads?
Neither DHI nor VetXpert shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DHI or VetXpert?
DHI ships an update monthly, and VetXpert every 6 weeks. Most recently, DHI was updated on November 7, 2026 and VetXpert on November 5, 2026.

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