Head-to-head · Repair Shop Software
Mitchell 1 Manager SE vs Shop Boss
Mitchell 1 Manager SE leads on 0 checks, Shop Boss on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMitchell 1 Manager SE · 7.8/10
Mitchell 1 Manager SE scores higher on our rubric for repair shop software: 7.8 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.
Mitchell 1 Manager SE is the better fit for large shops wanting mature Mitchell workflows. Shop Boss is the better fit for small shops prioritizing integrations and reporting.
- Mitchell 1 Manager SE fits best
Large shops wanting mature Mitchell workflows
- Shop Boss fits best
Small shops prioritizing integrations and reporting
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Side by side
| Feature | Mitchell 1 Manager SE 7.8/10 Visit ↗ | Shop Boss 7.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.8 | 7.6 |
| Ranking | #6 in Repair Shop Software | #8 in Repair Shop Software |
| Best for | Large shops wanting mature Mitchell workflows | Small shops prioritizing integrations and reporting |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Pricing on request | $179/mo |
| Free plan | Not checked yet | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows | Web |
| Support | Phone, Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs |
| Integrations | 3 integrations | 130+ integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Mitchell 1 Manager SE 2/6 · Shop Boss 2/6 | ||
| Appointment scheduling | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Parts inventory | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vehicle service history | ✓ | ✓ |
| Accounting integration | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Customer messaging | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Multi-location support | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Mobile access | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Mitchell 1 Manager SE is shop management software for independent automotive repair businesses serving cars and light-duty trucks. It brings repair orders, work in progress, estimates, invoices, revisions and scheduling into a system that… Read the review → |
Shop Boss is cloud-based, web-accessible management software for independent automotive repair businesses, including single- and multiple-location shops. Its core scope brings repair orders, vehicle lookup and service history, parts and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Mitchell 1 Manager SE — where it wins
- Connects repair orders, estimates, invoices and work-in-progress management.
- Covers digital inspections and customer approvals by secure link or text.
- Includes parts, labor tracking, scheduling, vehicle history and reporting.
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting a representative.
- Windows-based shop installation may not suit web-only operations.
- 24/7 support is not offered.
Shop Boss — where it wins
- Combines repair orders, workflow boards, time clocks and payments
- Platinum adds digital inspections and business intelligence
- Supports 130 integrations, including Carfax and 360 Payments
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; annual billing starts at $179 per month
- Digital inspections and business intelligence require Platinum
- Online booking and marketing CRM require Premier Plus
- Mitchell 1 Manager SE7.8/10 · Pricing on request
A broad shop-management system for repair orders, inspections, parts and customer approvals.
Visit Mitchell 1Full verdict → - Shop Boss7.6/10 · Paid
Shop Boss connects repair orders, inspections, payments and reporting in one cloud system.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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