Head-to-head · Automotive Repair Software
Shopmonkey vs Torque360
Shopmonkey leads on 0 checks, Torque360 on 1, and 7 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 8 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 priceTorque360 · $89.99/mo
Shopmonkey scores higher on our rubric for automotive repair software: 8.7 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #11.
Torque360 is cheaper to start at $89.99/mo against $215/mo.
Shopmonkey is the better fit for shops wanting broad workflow and reporting depth. Torque360 is the better fit for budget-conscious shops needing a complete core suite.
- Shopmonkey fits best
Shops wanting broad workflow and reporting depth
- Torque360 fits best
Budget-conscious shops needing a complete core suite
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Side by side
| Feature | Shopmonkey 8.7/10 Visit ↗ | Torque360 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.7 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #6 in Automotive Repair Software | #11 in Automotive Repair Software |
| Best for | Shops wanting broad workflow and reporting depth | Budget-conscious shops needing a complete core suite |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $215/mo | $89.99/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Phone |
| Integrations | 8 integrations | 10 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Shopmonkey 6/6 · Torque360 6/6 | ||
| Work order management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital inspections | ✓ | ✓ |
| Estimate approvals | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parts inventory | ✓ | ✓ |
| Technician time tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vehicle history | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Our verdict | Shopmonkey is cloud-based management software for automotive repair, tire, quick-lube, heavy-duty, and multi-location businesses. It brings repair-order workflow, estimates, invoices, digital vehicle inspections, customer messaging, parts… Read the review → |
Torque360 is cloud-based shop management software for automotive repair businesses. It is designed for independent repair shops, mobile mechanics, tire shops, truck repair operations, and specialty service businesses. The platform brings… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Shopmonkey — where it wins
- Covers repair orders, estimates, approvals, inspections, payments, and scheduling
- Tracks parts and tires with reorder statuses, low-stock alerts, and ordering
- Offers reporting, mobile apps, API access, and multi-location support
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; the lowest listed price is $215 per month with annual billing
- Higher tiers increase monthly cost to $359, $449, or more under annual billing
- Multi-Shop pricing is not shown in the published plan details
Torque360 — where it wins
- Covers inspections, estimates, approvals, repair orders, payments, and reporting
- Includes vehicle history, VIN and plate lookups, scheduling, and inventory tracking
- Supports integrations with QuickBooks, CARFAX, Nexpart, and PartsTech
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- The platform is accessed through the web
- The highest tier requires a quote
- Shopmonkey8.7/10 · Paid
Broad repair-shop management with inspections, inventory, payments, messaging, and reporting.
Visit ShopmonkeyFull verdict → - Torque3608.2/10 · Paid
A broad automotive repair suite with strong core coverage at an annual-billing entry price.
Visit Torque360Full verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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