Which Database? Raceform/Dataform/Proform or Horse Race Base

[Jonny James]

Hi All, Wondered if I could ask a question so that it may be able to guide me in the right direction. I have been looking at purchasing a database. Either one of the above. I have e-mailed and asked a few questions to each and they have replied promptly. All offering the earth. I have also read a lot having typed them in individually to the Search option on this very good site. Just wanted an up to date opinion really before I purchase one. I want to look at as many stats as possible i.e. horses perfomance on Going, Class, Track, Distance, Performance off current rating, Highest rating, horses performance in similar size fields, time of year, Trainers/Jockeys performance at the course and overall in the last 14 or 28 days. etc etc. I guess the list is endless. Any guidance on what you think is the best database out there to help with the above would be appreciated. I have tried Horse Race Base before and although I found it a bit 'ugly' as a interface at least it was cheap. Now I want to get the best out of a database. If that be Horse Race Base I will carry on with that. As I say any help appreciated. Jon

[bully3061]

Re: Which Database? Raceform/Dataform/Proform or Horse Race Base Give one a try only around 50 sheets for a decent amount of time to get a feel for the service. Racexpert is another similar service which maybe worth a look. I use Hrb for reasons you have said cheap. Also if taking a trial make sure you are off work so you can really get to grips with it. Pro form is the fashion and worth a follow on twitter as will give you snippets of data @proform_racing. Sure there aint much between the services but it's about finding 1 that suits you. In truth the first one you try you will probably stick with as they should blow hrb out the water as the price reflects. Good luck and let us no how you get on as i want to upgrade hrb eventually.