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Head-to-head · Automobile Workshop Software

Tekmetric vs Protractor

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Tekmetric #1 in Automobile Workshop Software 8.9/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Tekmetric
Protractor #6 in Automobile Workshop Software 7.6/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Protractor

Tekmetric leads on 1 check, Protractor 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 scoreTekmetric · 8.9/10
  • Lowest starting priceTekmetric · $179/mo

Tekmetric scores higher on our rubric for automobile workshop software: 8.9 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #6.

Tekmetric is cheaper to start at $179/mo against $359/mo.

Tekmetric is the better fit for known shops needing comprehensive, scalable workflows. Protractor is the better fit for larger shops needing advanced workflow depth.

  • Tekmetric fits best

    Known shops needing comprehensive, scalable workflows

  • Protractor fits best

    Larger shops needing advanced workflow depth

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Side by side

Feature Tekmetric 8.9/10 Visit ↗ Protractor 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 7.6
Ranking #1 in Automobile Workshop Software #6 in Automobile Workshop Software
Best for Known shops needing comprehensive, scalable workflows Larger shops needing advanced workflow depth
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $179/mo (best) $359/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Windows, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs Docs
Integrations 70+ integrations 3 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Tekmetric 3/5 · Protractor 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 repair orders, inspections, approvals, invoicing and vehicle history.
  • Start includes inventory and vendor management plus digital inspections.
  • Grow and Scale add clocks, reports, texting and operational dashboards.
  • 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.
Cons
  • Start, Grow and Scale are priced per shop, so multiple locations add cost.
  • Enterprise pricing is not displayed alongside the other plan prices.
  • 24/7 support is not offered.
  • 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.
Our verdict

Tekmetric brings repair-shop operations into a cloud platform for independent shops, mobile mechanics, franchises and multi-location operators. Its scope runs from repair orders and estimate approvals to parts, technician time clocks,…

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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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  1. TekmetricAutomobile Workshop Software 8.9Paid
  2. ProtractorAutomobile Workshop Software 7.6Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Tekmetric — where it wins

    • Connects repair orders, inspections, approvals, invoicing and vehicle history.
    • Start includes inventory and vendor management plus digital inspections.
    • Grow and Scale add clocks, reports, texting and operational dashboards.

    Where it doesn't

    • Start, Grow and Scale are priced per shop, so multiple locations add cost.
    • Enterprise pricing is not displayed alongside the other plan prices.
    • 24/7 support is not offered.

  • 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.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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