The best free farrier app
You shouldn't have to pay a monthly subscription just to keep your book straight. Here's what to look for in a free farrier app — and how Shoein' keeps the core free to start.
Meet Shoein' — the farrier's app →Free vs paid farrier apps
| Shoein' | Typical paid apps | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to start | Free | $30–40/month |
| Clients and horses | Included | Included |
| Cycle reminders | Included (due badge) | Usually included |
| Map of your route | Included | Sometimes |
| Invoicing / accounting | Not yet | Usually included |
| Ads | None | Varies |
Comparison based on publicly available information; check current pricing and features before deciding.
What 'free' should get you
A free farrier app should still cover the essentials: every client and horse in one place, reminders so no one slips past their cycle, and a way to reach clients and navigate your day. The paid platforms add invoicing, accounting sync, and route AI — useful if you need a full back office, but not required just to stay organized.
Shoein' is built to keep that core free to start, with no ads and your book kept private. It's launching soon for iOS and Android.
Frequently asked
What is the best free farrier app?
If you want something free to start that keeps clients, horses, and shoeing-cycle reminders in one place — with a map and one-tap contact — Shoein' is built for exactly that. Heavier paid platforms exist if you also need invoicing and accounting.
Are free farrier apps any good?
A good free app covers the core: your client and horse book, cycle reminders, and getting around your day. You mainly pay for extras like invoicing, accounting integration, and route optimization.
Does Shoein' cost money?
Shoein' is free to start — the core book of clients, horses, cycle tracking, and map is what you get without a subscription.
Keep your whole book in your pocket
Shoein' keeps every client and horse in one place — addresses on a map, one-tap call and directions, and a due badge so you never miss a cycle.
See Shoein' →Built for farriers · Coming soon to iOS & Android
More farrier guides
This page is general information for farriers and horse owners, not veterinary advice. Every horse is different — for a specific animal, rely on your own farrier and veterinarian.