Tekscan Hoof System
Tekscan's Hoof System is a clinical-grade pressure-mapping platform with high spatial resolution and mature analysis software, making it a go-to choice for veterinary clinics focused on equine health and first aid diagnostics. It holds its position through proven repeatability and extensive validation in gait labs, offering a cost-effective per-use model thanks to durable, reusable sensor mats and broad service support compared with newer or more specialized entrants. For practitioners who need reliable, hospital-style data during lameness exams or emergency assessments, Tekscan balances technical depth with lower long-term operating costs relative to subscription-based or single-use alternatives.
High-res maps — racetrack prints
Ultra-thin sensors — second-skin fit
High-res maps — racetrack prints
Ultra-thin sensors — second-skin fit
Review Summary
"Users report the Tekscan Hoof System delivers high-resolution, reliable pressure mapping and holds up well under repeated clinical use, though it is costly and requires training and occasional sensor replacement. Overall buyers praise accuracy and support but note long-term consumable costs."
Real-time readout — instant vet wink
High-resolution pressure mapping of hoof-ground contact
Real-time readout — instant vet wink
High-resolution pressure mapping of hoof-ground contact
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Tekscan's Hoof System is a clinical-grade pressure-mapping platform with high spatial resolution and mature analysis software, making it a go-to choice for veterinary clinics focused on equine health and first aid diagnostics. It holds its position through proven repeatability and extensive validation in gait labs, offering a cost-effective per-use model thanks to durable, reusable sensor mats and broad service support compared with newer or more specialized entrants. For practitioners who need reliable, hospital-style data during lameness exams or emergency assessments, Tekscan balances technical depth with lower long-term operating costs relative to subscription-based or single-use alternatives.
High-res maps — racetrack prints
Ultra-thin sensors — second-skin fit
Real-time readout — instant vet wink
High-resolution pressure mapping of hoof-ground contact
Durable, ultra-thin sensor mats built for both field and lab use
High-res maps — racetrack prints
Ultra-thin sensors — second-skin fit
Real-time readout — instant vet wink
High-resolution pressure mapping of hoof-ground contact
Durable, ultra-thin sensor mats built for both field and lab use
$12,000-20,000 CAD
Novel Pliance System
Novel's Pliance System uses thin, conformable sensor arrays designed to track pressure over curved hoof and limb surfaces, delivering excellent contact fidelity for dynamic gait analysis in equine applications and first-aid follow-up. It stands out for its sensor conformity and sophisticated calibration that often yields more consistent contact-area readings than bulkier mats, and its modular architecture can reduce consumable replacement costs for high-throughput research centers. Compared with broad clinical platforms, Pliance is particularly attractive to labs needing detailed surface pressure mapping while remaining competitively priced for research grant budgets.
Uniform pressure capture — no blindspots
Fast calibration — blink-ready
Uniform pressure capture — no blindspots
Fast calibration — blink-ready
Review Summary
"Reviewers appreciate the Novel Pliance System for its flexible, high-resolution sensor arrays and dependable data quality for gait and load analysis, while some equine users find the software and mounting options less tailored to hooves. Many cite strong build quality but mention a steep price and calibration requirements."
Rugged pads — barnproof charm
Ultra-sensitive pressure sensors for detailed load distribution analysis
Rugged pads — barnproof charm
Ultra-sensitive pressure sensors for detailed load distribution analysis
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Novel's Pliance System uses thin, conformable sensor arrays designed to track pressure over curved hoof and limb surfaces, delivering excellent contact fidelity for dynamic gait analysis in equine applications and first-aid follow-up. It stands out for its sensor conformity and sophisticated calibration that often yields more consistent contact-area readings than bulkier mats, and its modular architecture can reduce consumable replacement costs for high-throughput research centers. Compared with broad clinical platforms, Pliance is particularly attractive to labs needing detailed surface pressure mapping while remaining competitively priced for research grant budgets.
Uniform pressure capture — no blindspots
Fast calibration — blink-ready
Rugged pads — barnproof charm
Ultra-sensitive pressure sensors for detailed load distribution analysis
Modular sensing matrices adjustable to different hoof sizes and shapes
Uniform pressure capture — no blindspots
Fast calibration — blink-ready
Rugged pads — barnproof charm
Ultra-sensitive pressure sensors for detailed load distribution analysis
Modular sensing matrices adjustable to different hoof sizes and shapes
$10,000-18,000 CAD
Vetrax EQS Sensor
Vetrax EQS is a portable, wireless hoof-and-limb pressure sensor designed for field-first-aid and ambulatory veterinary work, offering instant readouts and smartphone integration for rapid triage on site. Its primary advantage versus clinic-bound systems is mobility and ease of use—clinicians can capture actionable pressure metrics at a lower upfront cost and with flexible subscription options, making it economical for ambulatory practices. While it may not match lab-level spatial resolution, Vetrax excels in delivering timely, actionable data when speed and portability are paramount for equine emergency care.
Wireless telemetry — fence-friendly
Compact pods — pocket genius
Wireless telemetry — fence-friendly
Compact pods — pocket genius
Review Summary
"Early and long-term users like the Vetrax EQS Sensor for its portability, straightforward setup, and useful real-time feedback, but reports note limited advanced analytics, occasional connectivity hiccups, and modest battery life. Owners consider it a good mid-range option with room for software improvements."
Long battery — endurance mode
Wireless limb-mounted sensors designed for continuous monitoring
Long battery — endurance mode
Wireless limb-mounted sensors designed for continuous monitoring
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Vetrax EQS is a portable, wireless hoof-and-limb pressure sensor designed for field-first-aid and ambulatory veterinary work, offering instant readouts and smartphone integration for rapid triage on site. Its primary advantage versus clinic-bound systems is mobility and ease of use—clinicians can capture actionable pressure metrics at a lower upfront cost and with flexible subscription options, making it economical for ambulatory practices. While it may not match lab-level spatial resolution, Vetrax excels in delivering timely, actionable data when speed and portability are paramount for equine emergency care.
Wireless telemetry — fence-friendly
Compact pods — pocket genius
Long battery — endurance mode
Wireless limb-mounted sensors designed for continuous monitoring
Lightweight, water-resistant construction suitable for turnout and transport
Wireless telemetry — fence-friendly
Compact pods — pocket genius
Long battery — endurance mode
Wireless limb-mounted sensors designed for continuous monitoring
Lightweight, water-resistant construction suitable for turnout and transport
$2,000-5,000 CAD
Hoofcare Instruments HoofMapper
HoofMapper targets farriers and field veterinarians with a rugged, hoof-specific mapping tool that prioritizes ease of use and direct integration into trimming and shoeing workflows for equine first aid and routine maintenance. Its straightforward interface and hoof-template analytics make it more practical and affordable for farrier-led pressure assessments than lab-oriented systems, with a one-time purchase model that avoids recurring licensing fees. Compared to multi-sensor gait platforms, HoofMapper sacrifices some advanced analytics in exchange for a lower cost of ownership and faster on-site decision support.
3D hoof maps — topo view
Handheld scanner — one-handed maestro
3D hoof maps — topo view
Handheld scanner — one-handed maestro
Review Summary
"Practitioners praise the Hoofcare Instruments HoofMapper for being affordable, simple to use, and helpful for basic pressure mapping and first-aid assessments, but many users find its resolution and feature set too limited for detailed gait diagnostics. It’s seen as a good entry-level tool rather than a full clinical system."
Print archive — hoof fingerprinting
Handheld, portable scanner optimized for farriers and ambulatory vets
Print archive — hoof fingerprinting
Handheld, portable scanner optimized for farriers and ambulatory vets
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
HoofMapper targets farriers and field veterinarians with a rugged, hoof-specific mapping tool that prioritizes ease of use and direct integration into trimming and shoeing workflows for equine first aid and routine maintenance. Its straightforward interface and hoof-template analytics make it more practical and affordable for farrier-led pressure assessments than lab-oriented systems, with a one-time purchase model that avoids recurring licensing fees. Compared to multi-sensor gait platforms, HoofMapper sacrifices some advanced analytics in exchange for a lower cost of ownership and faster on-site decision support.
3D hoof maps — topo view
Handheld scanner — one-handed maestro
Print archive — hoof fingerprinting
Handheld, portable scanner optimized for farriers and ambulatory vets
Fast single-foot scans to pinpoint localized pressure hotspots
3D hoof maps — topo view
Handheld scanner — one-handed maestro
Print archive — hoof fingerprinting
Handheld, portable scanner optimized for farriers and ambulatory vets
Fast single-foot scans to pinpoint localized pressure hotspots
$900-2,000 CAD
Pegasus Gait Analysis System
Pegasus offers a premium multimodal system that fuses pressure sensors, inertial measurement units, and synchronized video with AI-driven analytics to provide a comprehensive equine assessment for performance optimization and emergency diagnostics. It leads on technical breadth—delivering richer, cross-validated insights than single-modality competitors—and is positioned for clinics and performance centers willing to invest up front for reduced diagnostic time and longitudinal monitoring capabilities. Although its price point is higher, Pegasus can deliver financial advantages to institutions by consolidating multiple diagnostic modalities into one integrated platform, lowering total system complexity and long-term staffing costs.
Multi-camera fusion — cinematic gait
Automated stride metrics — coachbox
Multi-camera fusion — cinematic gait
Automated stride metrics — coachbox
Review Summary
"The Pegasus Gait Analysis System is widely regarded as a market-leading, comprehensive solution with powerful analytics, robust reporting, and strong integration for clinical workflows; reviewers frequently cite excellent accuracy and vendor support despite a steep learning curve and high price. Long-term users value its depth for diagnostic and rehab tracking."
Cloud-sync reports — share instantly
Integrated pressure sensors combined with synchronized video capture
Cloud-sync reports — share instantly
Integrated pressure sensors combined with synchronized video capture
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Pegasus offers a premium multimodal system that fuses pressure sensors, inertial measurement units, and synchronized video with AI-driven analytics to provide a comprehensive equine assessment for performance optimization and emergency diagnostics. It leads on technical breadth—delivering richer, cross-validated insights than single-modality competitors—and is positioned for clinics and performance centers willing to invest up front for reduced diagnostic time and longitudinal monitoring capabilities. Although its price point is higher, Pegasus can deliver financial advantages to institutions by consolidating multiple diagnostic modalities into one integrated platform, lowering total system complexity and long-term staffing costs.
Multi-camera fusion — cinematic gait
Automated stride metrics — coachbox
Cloud-sync reports — share instantly
Integrated pressure sensors combined with synchronized video capture
Multi-parameter analytics for stride, balance and hoof loading
Multi-camera fusion — cinematic gait
Automated stride metrics — coachbox
Cloud-sync reports — share instantly
Integrated pressure sensors combined with synchronized video capture
Multi-parameter analytics for stride, balance and hoof loading
$8,000-14,000 CAD