PetExec vs GroomBoard: Which Is Better for Your Grooming Business?
Why This Comparison Matters
PetExec and GroomBoard serve different primary markets. PetExec was built for full-service pet facilities, boarding, daycare, training, and grooming under one roof. GroomBoard was built specifically for grooming businesses: independent groomers and small grooming salons.
Choosing the wrong one means paying for features you'll never use, or missing features you need. Here's the honest breakdown.
Quick Summary
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Scheduling and Calendar
Client and Pet Management
Communications
Payments
Pricing Comparison
PetExec pricing is approximate based on publicly available information and may vary. Verify directly at petexec.com.
Who Should Choose PetExec
- You run a full-service pet facility with grooming as one of several services
- You need boarding and daycare management integrated with grooming scheduling
- You need vaccination tracking enforced at booking (common for boarding facilities)
- You have a dedicated staff member to manage the software setup and training
Who Should Choose GroomBoard
- You are a solo groomer or run a grooming-only salon
- You want to be live and taking online bookings within hours, not days
- You want SMS reminders included without extra fees
- You want the most affordable professional software on the market
- You don't need boarding, daycare, or training management
Migrating from PetExec to GroomBoard
Switching is straightforward:
- Export your client and pet data from PetExec (CSV export is available)
- Sign up for GroomBoard: the 7-day trial gives you time to set up without pressure
- Complete the onboarding wizard (takes 15 to 20 minutes)
- Import your client list manually or reach out to us for help with data migration
- Share your new booking page link with clients
For more software comparisons, see our PetExec comparison page, Gingr comparison, MoeGo comparison, and our top 5 grooming software roundup.
PetExec sits at the facility-management end of the market. For the lighter-weight options, see our grooming software hub, or read the Groomsoft pricing and features guide.