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Head-to-head · Automotive Repair Software

Tekmetric vs Torque360

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 8 checks side by side
Higher score Tekmetric #5 in Automotive Repair Software 8.8/10 Paid ✓ 6 of 6 features Visit Tekmetric
Torque360 #11 in Automotive Repair Software 8.2/10 Paid ✓ 6 of 6 features Visit Torque360

Tekmetric 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 scoreTekmetric · 8.8/10
  • Lowest starting priceTorque360 · $89.99/mo

Tekmetric scores higher on our rubric for automotive repair software: 8.8 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #11.

Torque360 is cheaper to start at $89.99/mo against $179/mo.

Tekmetric is the better fit for professional shops needing polished shop management. Torque360 is the better fit for budget-conscious shops needing a complete core suite.

  • Tekmetric fits best

    Professional shops needing polished shop management

  • Torque360 fits best

    Budget-conscious shops needing a complete core suite

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Side by side

Feature Tekmetric 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Torque360 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.2
Ranking #5 in Automotive Repair Software #11 in Automotive Repair Software
Best for Professional shops needing polished shop management Budget-conscious shops needing a complete core suite
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $179/mo $89.99/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs Email, Phone
Integrations 70+ integrations 10 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Tekmetric 6/6 · Torque360 6/6
Work order management ✓ ✓
Digital inspections ✓ ✓
Estimate approvals ✓ ✓
Parts inventory ✓ ✓
Technician time tracking ✓ ✓
Vehicle history ✓ ✓
Our review
Pros
  • Covers repair orders, inspections, approvals, invoicing, and vehicle history
  • Supports inventory, integrated ordering, decoding, reporting, and multi-shop management
  • Offers web, iOS, and Android access with 70 integrations
  • 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
Cons
  • Starts at $179 per shop per month with annual billing
  • No free plan or free trial; demos and self-guided tours are offered
  • Advanced features and integrated payments require higher tiers
  • No free plan is available
  • The platform is accessed through the web
  • The highest tier requires a quote
Our verdict

Tekmetric is cloud-based automotive repair shop management software for independent shops, mobile mechanics, franchises, and multi-location operators. It brings repair orders, estimate building, digital vehicle inspections, customer…

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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…

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  1. TekmetricAutomotive Repair Software 8.8Paid
  2. Torque360Automotive Repair Software 8.2Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Tekmetric — where it wins

    • Covers repair orders, inspections, approvals, invoicing, and vehicle history
    • Supports inventory, integrated ordering, decoding, reporting, and multi-shop management
    • Offers web, iOS, and Android access with 70 integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Starts at $179 per shop per month with annual billing
    • No free plan or free trial; demos and self-guided tours are offered
    • Advanced features and integrated payments require higher tiers

  • 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

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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