Average Ratings 73 Ratings
Average Ratings 1 Rating
Description
ARI (Auto Repair Software) is a cloud-based, cross-platform shop management system for auto repair shops, mobile mechanics, independent technicians, dealerships, and specialty shops (motorcycle, truck, heavy-duty, auto body, and marine). It consolidates the full repair workflow, from booking and diagnostics to inspection, invoicing, and payment, into one app that is often 5-10x cheaper than competitors such as Shopmonkey, Mitchell, and AutoLeap.
Core capabilities:
- Unlimited invoices, estimates & work orders with 7 customizable templates
- Digital vehicle inspections with image attachments and AI damage detection
- OBD scanner, VIN decoder, and license plate reader for fast vehicle lookup
- AI labor guides plus M1/MOTOR labor times and estimates
- Client, vehicle, and inventory management with complete service history
- Accounting, expense tracking, purchase orders, reporting, and payment tracking
- Online appointments, service reminders, and a client portal
- Multi-user accounts with role-based permissions
Integrations include Stripe, Square, PayPal, 360Payments, Helcim, QuickBooks Online, CarFax, CarMD, PartsTech, Nexpart, and Wisetack financing. ARI runs natively on Web, iOS, Android, and Windows, with cloud sync keeping every device up to date and data secure.
Founded in 2020 and serving 4,000+ shops in 50+ countries, ARI is rated 4.7/5 by 2,500+ users. Pricing is transparent: two plans from $39.99/month, a free trial, no setup fees, and no contracts.
Description
WorkTracer is an affordable software solution designed for Windows, specifically tailored for small to medium-sized repair shops. Its user-friendly interface ensures that employees won't need extensive training; only a fundamental grasp of Windows is necessary for effective use. This simplicity makes it an ideal choice for businesses looking to streamline their operations without the burden of complex software training.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
PartsTech
Yes
PayPal
Yes
QuickBooks Online
Yes
Stripe Billing
Yes
Integrations
PartsTech
No
PayPal
No
QuickBooks Online
No
Stripe Billing
No
Pricing Details
$39.99/month
monthly, yearly, free trial available
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$280.00/one-time
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
ARI (Auto Repair Software)
Founded
2020
Website
ari.app/
Vendor Details
Company Name
GrenSoft
Founded
1992
Country
United Kingdom
Website
www.grensoft.com/WorkTracer/
Product Features
Auto Body
Accounting Management
Yes
Billing & Invoicing
Yes
Customer Database
Yes
Inventory Control
Yes
Labor Rates
Yes
Maintenance Scheduling
Yes
Parts Management
Yes
Payroll Management
Yes
Quotes / Estimates
Yes
Scheduling
Yes
Service History
Yes
VIN Decoder
Yes
Vehicle Tracking
Yes
Work Order Management
Yes
Auto Repair
Billing & Invoicing
Yes
CRM
Yes
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
No
Inventory Management
Yes
Labor Rates
Yes
Maintenance Scheduling
Yes
Parts Management
Yes
Quotes / Estimates
Yes
Service History
Yes
VIN Lookup
Yes
Vehicle Tracking
Yes
Work Order Management
Yes
Automotive CRM
Call Logging
No
Contact Management
No
Customer Support
No
Inventory Management
No
Lease Management
No
List Management
No
Marketing Automation
No
Product Catalog
No
Quotes / Proposals
No
Service Department Management
No
Showroom Management
No
Territory Management
No
Product Features
Auto Repair
Billing & Invoicing
Yes
CRM
Yes
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
No
Inventory Management
Yes
Labor Rates
Yes
Maintenance Scheduling
No
Parts Management
Yes
Quotes / Estimates
Yes
Service History
Yes
VIN Lookup
Yes
Vehicle Tracking
No
Work Order Management
Yes
Repair Shop
Barcode Support
Yes
Billing & Invoicing
Yes
CRM
Yes
Intake Forms
Yes
Inventory Management
Yes
Parts Inventory Management
No
Point of Sale (POS)
Yes
Repair Tracking
Yes
Work Order Management
Yes