Built for small commercial operations
Cattle Management Software for Small Ranches
Most cattle software is built for feedlots and large commercial operations. RanchTracker is built for 25–500 head — simple, affordable, and actually useful in the field.
Why most ranch software doesn't work for small operations
The large platforms — CattleMax, AgriWebb, Feeder's Edge — are built for operations with dedicated office staff, reliable internet, and budgets that can absorb $300–$600/year in software cost before seeing a single useful report. They're also built primarily for desktop, which means they're nearly unusable when you're standing in the alley at a 4G signal.
The small-ranch segment is left with a choice between enterprise software that's overkill and free apps that track one or two things well and nothing else. RanchTracker is the third option — a full-featured platform priced and designed for 25–500 head operations, with a free plan that doesn't expire.
What makes it the right fit
Free up to 25 head
Most small operations start free. No credit card, no pitch call, no trial expiration. Just create an account and go.
Works on your phone — offline
Designed for ranchers, not office managers. Log health events and expense records from the squeeze chute, even with no cell service.
Under 15 minutes to set up
Import from spreadsheet or enter manually. No consultants, no onboarding calls, no learning curve. Most users are tracking cattle the same day they sign up.
Tracks what small operations actually need
Individual animal profiles, health records, vaccination reminders, cost-per-head analysis, breeding records, Schedule F export. Not more, not less.
Flat pricing — not per-head
Ranch plan is $19.99/month for up to 300 head. Operation plan is $39.99/month for up to 1,000 head. No surprise fees as your herd grows.
14-day free trial on paid plans
Try the Ranch or Operation plan free for two weeks. Cancel anytime — your card isn't touched until day 15.
"I was running everything on spreadsheets for 12 years. Set up RanchTracker in about 20 minutes and within a week I knew my actual cost per head for the first time. Should have done this years ago."
— Cattle producer, 180 head commercial cow-calf, Oregon
Starter
Free
Up to 25 head · 1 user · No card needed
Ranch
$19.99/mo
Up to 300 head · 2 users · All features
Operation
$39.99/mo
Up to 1,000 head · 5 users · Priority support