Head-to-head · Work Order Management Software
UpKeep vs Maintenance Connection
UpKeep leads on 1 check, Maintenance Connection on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreUpKeep · 8.7/10
- Lowest starting priceUpKeep · $24/user/mo
- Free trialonly UpKeep
- Most featuresMaintenance Connection · 4 of 4
UpKeep scores higher on our rubric for work order management software: 8.7 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #8.
UpKeep is cheaper to start at $24/user/mo against $110/user/mo.
UpKeep is the better fit for mobile-first maintenance teams. Maintenance Connection is the better fit for enterprise facilities teams needing deployment flexibility.
- UpKeep fits best
Mobile-first maintenance teams
- Maintenance Connection fits best
Enterprise facilities teams needing deployment flexibility
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Side by side
| Feature | UpKeep 8.7/10 Visit ↗ | Maintenance Connection 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.7 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #3 in Work Order Management Software | #8 in Work Order Management Software |
| Best for | Mobile-first maintenance teams | Enterprise facilities teams needing deployment flexibility |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $24/user/mo (best) | $110/user/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 7 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 9 integrations |
| Features UpKeep 0/4 · Maintenance Connection 4/4 | ||
| Recurring work orders | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Mobile access | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Asset tracking | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Workflow automation | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Priority levels | Not checked yet | Custom |
| Deployment | Not checked yet | Hybrid |
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| Our verdict | UpKeep is a cloud-based computerized maintenance management system for maintenance, facilities, reliability, and operations teams. It brings work-order creation and tracking, preventive maintenance, asset records, parts inventory,… Read the review → |
Maintenance Connection is a computerized maintenance management system for maintenance, facilities and operations teams. It brings together work order creation, assignment and tracking; preventive maintenance based on time, usage or… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
UpKeep — where it wins
- Work orders, preventive maintenance, assets, inventory, and reporting in one system
- Native iOS and Android apps support offline work-order synchronization
- Nova AI, API access, and enterprise workflow tools extend the platform
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Mobile offline mode starts on the Professional tier
- API, SSO, custom roles, and custom integrations require Enterprise
Maintenance Connection — where it wins
- Covers work orders, preventive maintenance, assets, inspections and inventory
- Supports web, desktop, mobile, API and self-hosted deployment
- Connects with major ERP and enterprise systems through integrations and an API
Where it doesn't
- Professional starts at $110 per user per month
- Mobile capabilities require a separate paid add-on
- Professional requires three users and a one-year minimum contract
- UpKeep8.7/10 · 7-day trial
A broad CMMS for mobile maintenance teams, with advanced workflows reserved for higher tiers.
Visit UpKeepFull verdict → - Maintenance Connection8.2/10 · Paid
A broad CMMS for enterprise facilities teams that need flexible deployment and integrations.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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