Head-to-head · Repair Shop Software
Tekmetric vs NAPA TRACS
Tekmetric leads on 0 checks, NAPA TRACS 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 scoreTekmetric · 8.9/10
- Lowest starting priceNAPA TRACS · $109/mo
- Most featuresNAPA TRACS · 6 of 6
Tekmetric scores higher on our rubric for repair shop software: 8.9 against 7.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.
NAPA TRACS is cheaper to start at $109/mo against $179/mo.
Tekmetric is the better fit for shops wanting comprehensive, affordable core workflows. NAPA TRACS is the better fit for independent shops wanting parts-connected management.
- Tekmetric fits best
Shops wanting comprehensive, affordable core workflows
- NAPA TRACS fits best
Independent shops wanting parts-connected management
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Side by side
| Feature | Tekmetric 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | NAPA TRACS 7.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 7.7 |
| Ranking | #1 in Repair Shop Software | #7 in Repair Shop Software |
| Best for | Shops wanting comprehensive, affordable core workflows | Independent shops wanting parts-connected management |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $179/mo | $109/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Windows, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs | Phone, Email |
| Integrations | 70+ integrations | 6 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Tekmetric 2/6 · NAPA TRACS 6/6 | ||
| Appointment scheduling | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Parts inventory | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vehicle service history | ✓ | ✓ |
| Accounting integration | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Customer messaging | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Multi-location support | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Mobile access | Not checked yet | Native_app |
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| Our verdict | Repair shops can use Tekmetric to manage work from the repair order through inspections, customer approvals, parts, technician time tracking and invoicing. Its cloud-based platform serves independent shops, mobile mechanics, franchises and… Read the review → |
NAPA TRACS brings estimates, invoicing, parts ordering, scheduling, inventory and customer updates into shop management software for independent auto repair businesses. Shops can use integrated labor times and parts information to prepare… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Tekmetric — where it wins
- Combines repair orders, inspections, approvals, parts, time clocks and invoicing.
- Supports web, iOS and Android, with multi-shop management.
- Connects with tools including PartsTech, CARFAX, Slack and QuickBooks.
Where it doesn't
- There is no free plan.
- Tekmetric does not offer a free trial.
- Support is not available 24/7.
NAPA TRACS — where it wins
- Silver includes estimates, invoices, parts ordering and inventory for $109/month.
- Schedules appointments and assigns jobs based on technician availability.
- Mobile app supports VIN scanning and access on iOS and Android.
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; Silver starts at $109/month.
- Unlimited users and two-way texting require Gold Plus at $249/month.
- Silver lacks Gold's repair information, time clock and advanced reporting.
- Tekmetric8.9/10 · Paid
A broad repair-shop toolkit, with paid plans starting at $179 per shop per month annually.
Visit TekmetricFull verdict → - NAPA TRACS7.7/10 · Paid
Parts-connected shop management with estimates, scheduling, inventory and customer updates.
Visit NAPA TRACSFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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