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Head-to-head · Automobile Workshop Software

Protractor vs Mitchell 1 Manager SE

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score Protractor #6 in Automobile Workshop Software 7.6/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Protractor
Mitchell 1 Manager SE #8 in Automobile Workshop Software 7.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Mitchell 1

Protractor leads on 0 checks, Mitchell 1 Manager SE on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreProtractor · 7.6/10

Protractor scores higher on our rubric for automobile workshop software: 7.6 against 7.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.

Protractor is the better fit for larger shops needing advanced workflow depth. Mitchell 1 Manager SE is the better fit for shops seeking mature Mitchell 1 workflows.

  • Protractor fits best

    Larger shops needing advanced workflow depth

  • Mitchell 1 Manager SE fits best

    Shops seeking mature Mitchell 1 workflows

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Side by side

Feature Protractor 7.6/10 Visit ↗ Mitchell 1 Manager SE 7.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.6 7.4
Ranking #6 in Automobile Workshop Software #8 in Automobile Workshop Software
Best for Larger shops needing advanced workflow depth Shops seeking mature Mitchell 1 workflows
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $359/mo Pricing on request
Free plan — Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, iOS, Android Web, Windows
Support Docs Phone, Docs
Integrations 3 integrations 3 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Protractor 3/5 · Mitchell 1 Manager SE 3/5
Digital job cards Not checked yet Not checked yet
Estimate approval ✓ ✓
Parts inventory ✓ ✓
Vehicle service history ✓ ✓
Labor rate settings Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Supported platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Connects scheduling, job assignments, work orders and estimates.
  • Combines digital inspections, approval communication and deferred-work tracking.
  • Tracks parts, technician time, service history, accounting and payments.
  • Covers repair orders, estimates, invoices, inspections and approvals
  • Combines parts catalogs, ordering, inventory and technician time tracking
  • Includes scheduling, vehicle history, reporting, texting and payment options
Cons
  • Core starts at $399 per month with monthly billing.
  • Advanced inspections and digital marketing are tied to higher-priced plans.
  • Support channels listed here are limited to documentation.
  • Pricing requires contacting Mitchell 1 for a demonstration or representative
  • Windows-based shop installation adds deployment considerations
  • Phone and documentation support are not available 24/7
Our verdict

Protractor is shop-management software for automotive aftermarket repair businesses, including single-location shops and multi-shop operations. It brings appointment scheduling, technician and resource allocation, workflow views, job…

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Mitchell 1 Manager SE is shop-management software for independent automotive repair businesses serving cars and light-duty trucks. It brings repair orders and work-in-progress, estimates, invoices, revisions, digital vehicle inspections,…

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  1. ProtractorAutomobile Workshop Software 7.6Paid
  2. Mitchell 1 Manager SEAutomobile Workshop Software 7.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Protractor — where it wins

    • Connects scheduling, job assignments, work orders and estimates.
    • Combines digital inspections, approval communication and deferred-work tracking.
    • Tracks parts, technician time, service history, accounting and payments.

    Where it doesn't

    • Core starts at $399 per month with monthly billing.
    • Advanced inspections and digital marketing are tied to higher-priced plans.
    • Support channels listed here are limited to documentation.

  • Mitchell 1 Manager SE — where it wins

    • Covers repair orders, estimates, invoices, inspections and approvals
    • Combines parts catalogs, ordering, inventory and technician time tracking
    • Includes scheduling, vehicle history, reporting, texting and payment options

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting Mitchell 1 for a demonstration or representative
    • Windows-based shop installation adds deployment considerations
    • Phone and documentation support are not available 24/7

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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