Head-to-head · Auto Repair Software
Tekmetric vs Shop-Ware
Tekmetric 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 scoreTekmetric · 8.8/10
- Lowest starting priceTekmetric · $179/mo
Tekmetric scores higher on our rubric for auto repair software: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
Tekmetric is cheaper to start at $179/mo against $249/mo.
Tekmetric is the better fit for multi-shop operators needing deep reporting. Shop-Ware is the better fit for larger shops wanting advanced controls.
- Tekmetric fits best
Multi-shop operators needing deep reporting
- Shop-Ware fits best
Larger shops wanting advanced controls
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Side by side
| Feature | Tekmetric 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Shop-Ware 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #2 in Auto Repair Software | #4 in Auto Repair Software |
| Best for | Multi-shop operators needing deep reporting | Larger shops wanting advanced controls |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $179/mo (best) | $249/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Integrations | 70+ integrations | 10 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Tekmetric 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 | Tekmetric brings repair orders, estimate approvals, digital inspections, inventory, time clocks, invoicing, and reporting into a cloud-based shop management system. It is aimed at independent repair shops, mobile mechanics, franchises, and… 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
Tekmetric — where it wins
- Combines repair orders, inspections, approvals, inventory, and invoicing
- Scale adds real-time shop dashboards and employee performance analytics
- Runs on web, iOS, and Android, with 70 integrations
Where it doesn't
- No free plan or free trial
- Annual Start pricing is $179 per shop per month, billed annually
- Enterprise pricing is not shown in the published plan details
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
- Tekmetric8.8/10 · Paid
A full repair workflow with multi-shop tools and reporting, priced per shop.
Visit TekmetricFull 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 →
Tekmetric vs Shop-Ware: questions
Which is better for auto repair software, Tekmetric or Shop-Ware?
Tekmetric scores higher on our rubric for auto repair software: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
How do Tekmetric and Shop-Ware compare?
Of the 5 checks we put side by side, Tekmetric leads on 1, Shop-Ware on none, and 4 are level. Tekmetric costs less: $179/mo vs $249/mo.
Which costs less, Tekmetric or Shop-Ware?
Tekmetric costs less: $179/mo vs $249/mo.
Do Tekmetric and Shop-Ware have a free plan?
Tekmetric: No. Shop-Ware: No.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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