NextGen Healthcare vs DrChrono (by EverHealth)
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices. Last verified June 15, 2026.
The short answer
NextGen Healthcare ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #10) for Physicians and practice managers choosing an electronic health records system. Best for specialty practices that require highly customizable clinical templates.
At a glance
| NextGen Healthcare | DrChrono (by EverHealth) | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices | #10 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.4 | 7.4 |
| Best for | Specialty practices needing customization | Mobile-first practices on Apple devices |
| Pricing | $$$ ($379 to $649/mo/provider) | $$ ($250 to $500/mo/provider) |
| HQ | Atlanta, GA, USA | Sunnyvale, CA, USA |
| Founded | 1974 | 2009 |
NextGen Healthcare
Best for specialty practices that require highly customizable clinical templates.
www.nextgen.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
DrChrono (by EverHealth)
The best EHR for practices that run primarily on iPad and iPhone.
www.drchrono.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.