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ManageAutoShop vs OpenAuto
Both stand on automotive repair software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial Web
ManageAutoShop connects repair workflows, customer and vehicle history, inspections, stock, and invoices. Its stated fit is independent shops with about 1–6 bays, and the monthly plan is $99 a month.
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OpenAuto combines core shop workflows and reporting in a free Windows application. Shops considering integrations should account for the per-card-transaction charge and check availability.
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| ManageAutoShop | OpenAuto | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Monthly: $99 a month | Optional integrations & services: $0.50, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | manageautoshop.com | openauto.tech |
| On automotive repair software | #16 of 33 | #4 of 33 |
ManageAutoShop: what it does well
- Search records by name, phone, or license plate
- Unlimited vehicles per customer
- Digital inspections can include photos
- Reports include production by mechanic
- 14-day trial requires no credit card
What to know first
- No free plan
- May not suit multi-location or 10+ bay shops
- No built-in Mitchell1 or AllData labor guide
- No dealer-level or fleet inventory controls
OpenAuto: what it does well
- Free, open source core application for Windows
- Handles estimates, repair orders, and invoices
- Includes parts ordering and technician time tracking
- Reports profit and loss and cost of goods sold
What to know first
- Optional integrations cost $0.50, paid once
- Integration availability may vary
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