PawScheduler / MoeGo alternative
MoeGo alternative for solo and mobile dog groomers
Who should pick which
PawScheduler fits if you…
- groom alone, in a van, a home studio or a small shop
- want a calendar, reminders, client and pet records and payments without a big setup
- want clients to book by text or through a link while your hands are full
- want to start on a free plan before paying for anything
MoeGo fits if you…
- run several vans, groomers or locations
- run a multi-van fleet that needs route sequencing across several drivers
- want staff scheduling, team permissions and deeper reporting
- are growing into a fleet and will use the extra tiers
PawScheduler vs MoeGo at a glance
| What you're comparing | PawScheduler | MoeGo |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes. Up to 50 appointments a month, unlimited clients and pets. | No free plan, according to third-party pricing listings. |
| Paid pricing | $19.99 (Basic), $49.99 (Growth), $79.99 (Pro) a month. | Third-party reviews in mid-2026 report about $49 to $159 a month per van for mobile, with tiers and text-message allowances. Confirm on MoeGo's own pricing page. |
| Route optimization | Growth plan and above: your day on a map in order, unlimited turn-by-turn directions, and smart reordering (15 a month on Growth, unlimited on Pro). Free and Basic don't include the map. No multi-van sequencing. | Yes. One of its strongest features for mobile groomers, at every tier. |
| Online booking link | Yes, from the Basic plan. | Yes. |
| Text and email reminders | Email reminders on every plan (first 25 appointments a month on Free, unlimited from Basic). Text reminders from your own business number on Growth and Pro. | Yes. |
| AI booking by text | Yes, on Pro. Clients text your number and the assistant checks your real calendar and books, reschedules or cancels. | Check MoeGo's current feature list. |
| Client payments | Yes, on Pro, through your own Stripe account. PawScheduler takes no cut; Stripe charges 2.9% + 30¢. | Yes, through MoeGo Payments. Ask for the effective processing rate. |
| Intake forms and waivers | Waivers on every plan. Intake forms from Basic. | Yes. |
| Multi-groomer teams | Not the focus. Built around one groomer. | Yes. |
MoeGo pricing changes and varies by plan, van count and business type. Treat the MoeGo column as a starting point and verify it before you decide.
The real cost difference for a solo groomer
The number that surprises people on any grooming platform is not the headline price. It is text-message allowances, per-van billing, and card processing fees. Before you commit to any tool, work out how many texts you send in a month (a confirmation and a day-before reminder for every appointment adds up quickly) and ask what happens when you go over.
PawScheduler's tiers are flat monthly prices with no per-text fees. Card payments run through your own Stripe account, so processing fees go to Stripe, not to PawScheduler.
Switching without a big-bang cutover
You don't need to move everything in a weekend. Start the free plan, add a handful of regular clients, and book next week's appointments in both systems. Clients can also fill out your intake form link, which creates their client and pet profiles for you. Cancel the old tool once the new one has run a full week without surprises.
Common questions
Is PawScheduler cheaper than MoeGo?
For a solo groomer, usually yes. PawScheduler has a free plan and paid plans from $19.99 to $79.99 a month. Third-party reviews put MoeGo's mobile plans at roughly $49 to $159 a month per van with text-message allowances, so verify current MoeGo pricing before comparing.
Does PawScheduler have route optimization?
Yes, on Growth ($49.99) and above: your day's stops appear on a map in order with unlimited turn-by-turn directions, and on flexible days Smart Reorder finds the order with the least driving (15 times a month on Growth, unlimited on Pro). Free and Basic don't include the map. There are no multi-van fleet tools.
Is there a free PawScheduler plan?
Yes. The free plan includes up to 50 appointments a month, unlimited clients and pet profiles, behavioral tags, list, grid and month schedule views, digital waivers, and email reminders for your first 25 appointments each month. No credit card is required.
Can I try PawScheduler alongside my current software?
Yes. Start on the free plan, add a few regular clients and run both for a week before you switch over.
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