Head-to-head · Automobile Workshop Software
Garage360 vs Workshop Software
Garage360 leads on 0 checks, Workshop Software on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGarage360 · 7.9/10
- Free trialonly Workshop Software
- Most featuresGarage360 · 5 of 5
Garage360 scores higher on our rubric for automobile workshop software: 7.9 against 7.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
Garage360 is the better fit for growing shops needing AI and multi-location tools. Workshop Software is the better fit for full-service workshops needing broad integrations.
- Garage360 fits best
Growing shops needing AI and multi-location tools
- Workshop Software fits best
Full-service workshops needing broad integrations
Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.
Side by side
| Feature | Garage360 7.9/10 Visit ↗ | Workshop Software 7.5/10 Visit ↗ |
|---|---|---|
| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.9 | 7.5 |
| Ranking | #3 in Automobile Workshop Software | #7 in Automobile Workshop Software |
| Best for | Growing shops needing AI and multi-location tools | Full-service workshops needing broad integrations |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | $149/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 5 integrations | 17 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Garage360 5/5 · Workshop Software 3/5 | ||
| Digital job cards | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Estimate approval | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parts inventory | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vehicle service history | ✓ | ✓ |
| Labor rate settings | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | web, ios, android, api | Not checked yet |
| Our review | ||
| Pros |
|
|
| Cons |
|
|
| Our verdict | Garage360 brings repair-shop operations into a cloud-based system for independent shops and larger repair organizations. It covers digital service tickets and work orders, technician assignment, estimate approvals, vehicle inspections,… Read the review → |
Workshop Software is a cloud-based management platform for independent automotive workshops, mechanical repairers and multi-site groups. It brings bookings, quotes, job cards, invoicing, inventory, vehicle history and customer… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Garage360 — where it wins
- Links work orders, inspections, scheduling, payments and customer records.
- Technician app supports jobs, photos, time tracking and VIN scanning.
- AI insights and centralized multi-location controls support growing operations.
Where it doesn't
- There is no free plan.
- Digital inspections and inventory tracking start with the Clever plan.
- Cross-shop reporting and centralized permissions are limited to Multi-Shop.
Workshop Software — where it wins
- Connects job and vehicle records with bookings, inspections and invoicing
- Gold adds electronic inspections, online bookings and business intelligence
- Integrates with accounting and automotive parts services
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; paid tiers begin at $149 per month with annual billing
- Multi-site management and public APIs require Platinum
- Gold and Platinum cost more on monthly billing
- Garage3607.9/10 · Paid
Connects repair workflows, technician tools and multi-shop management in one system.
Visit Garage360Full verdict → - Workshop Software7.5/10 · 14-day trial
A broad workshop suite for managing jobs, inspections, inventory and customer bookings.
Visit siteFull verdict →
More comparisons
- Tekmetric vs Garage360
- GetAFix vs Garage360
- Garage360 vs Shopmonkey
- Garage360 vs Shop-Ware
- Garage360 vs Protractor
- Garage360 vs Mitchell 1 Manager SE
- Protractor vs Workshop Software
All automobile workshop software comparisons → · Full ranking →
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Last updated · How we research and update






