Head-to-head · Auto Repair Software
Shopmonkey vs Shop-Ware
Shopmonkey leads on 1 check, Shop-Ware on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreShopmonkey · 8.7/10
- Lowest starting priceShopmonkey · $215/mo
Shopmonkey scores higher on our rubric for auto repair software: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.
Shopmonkey is cheaper to start at $215/mo against $249/mo.
Shopmonkey is the better fit for shops seeking polished all-in-one operations. Shop-Ware is the better fit for larger shops wanting advanced controls.
- Shopmonkey fits best
Shops seeking polished all-in-one operations
- Shop-Ware fits best
Larger shops wanting advanced controls
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Side by side
| Feature | Shopmonkey 8.7/10 Visit ↗ | Shop-Ware 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.7 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #3 in Auto Repair Software | #4 in Auto Repair Software |
| Best for | Shops seeking polished all-in-one operations | Larger shops wanting advanced controls |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $215/mo (best) | $249/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Integrations | 8 integrations | 10 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Shopmonkey 3/6 · Shop-Ware 3/6 | ||
| Work orders | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital inspections | ✓ | ✓ |
| Appointment scheduling | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Parts inventory | ✓ | ✓ |
| Customer messaging | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Mobile app | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Location support | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Shopmonkey brings shop operations into a cloud-based system for automotive repair, tire, quick-lube, heavy-duty and multi-location businesses. It is aimed at shops that want repair orders, estimates, inspections, customer communication,… Read the review → |
Shop-Ware is cloud-based automotive repair shop management software for independent repair shops, family-owned garages and multishop organizations. It brings repair orders, estimating, digital inspections, approvals, inventory, technician… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Shopmonkey — where it wins
- Connects repair orders, estimates, inspections, inventory and payments
- Supports parts ordering through PartsTech, Nexpart and RepairLink
- Offers web and mobile access with multi-shop operations options
Where it doesn't
- Basic starts at $239/month monthly or $215/month with annual billing
- Clever and Genius tiers cost more for growing-shop and full-management packages
- The published feature set spans many workflows, which may exceed a shop's needs
Shop-Ware — where it wins
- Digital inspections share photos, videos and notes for customer approval
- Pro adds parts catalogs, labor guides, OE specs and API connections
- Master adds inventory and gross-profit tracking with coaching dashboards
Where it doesn't
- Startup begins at $279 per location per month
- Two-way texting is limited on Startup
- Ultimate+ costs $999 monthly per location before annual billing
- Shopmonkey8.7/10 · Paid
A broad repair-shop system for work orders, inspections, parts, customer communication and payments.
Visit ShopmonkeyFull verdict → - Shop-Ware8.5/10 · Paid
A feature-rich shop system for teams that need repair controls, parts tools and reporting.
Visit Shop-WareFull verdict →
Shopmonkey vs Shop-Ware: questions
Which is better for auto repair software, Shopmonkey or Shop-Ware?
Shopmonkey scores higher on our rubric for auto repair software: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.
How do Shopmonkey and Shop-Ware compare?
Of the 5 checks we put side by side, Shopmonkey leads on 1, Shop-Ware on none, and 4 are level. Shopmonkey costs less: $215/mo vs $249/mo.
Which costs less, Shopmonkey or Shop-Ware?
Shopmonkey costs less: $215/mo vs $249/mo.
Do Shopmonkey and Shop-Ware have a free plan?
Shopmonkey: No. Shop-Ware: No.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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