MaxAsset
MaxAsset is paid, on-premise software for fixed-asset tracking and management on Windows and macOS.
What MaxAsset is
MaxAsset is paid, on-premise software for fixed-asset tracking and management on Windows and macOS. It records identifying and purchasing details such as type, make, model, serial number, location, division, assigned person, and maintenance contract. Separate tax and book depreciation calculations support alternate methods and rates, while defined general-ledger accounts can produce journal entries automatically. Reports include asset summaries, additions, depreciation schedules and projections, accounting entries, insurance values, labels, and ad hoc reports. Standard and Manager editions are available. Manager adds maintenance, lease management, network tracking, transfer management, and portable data collection. Barcode labeling works with scanners from Opticon Sensors, Telxon, Nippon Denso, and Videx. Configurable passwords and access controls protect system functions. HTS describes MaxAsset as a real-time multi-user system for networks including NetWare and AppleShare. Standard costs 995.00 AUD once; Manager costs 1995.00 AUD once; an extra user costs 595.00 AUD once.
Good
- Separates tax and book depreciation
- Generates journal entries automatically
- Manager adds maintenance and lease management
- Supports barcode scanners and portable collection
- Provides configurable access controls
Watch out
- No free plan is listed
- Manager edition costs 1995.00 AUD once
- Compatibility list includes older operating systems
Who it suits
MaxAsset suits organizations needing on-premise asset records, depreciation, accounting entries, barcode collection, and optional maintenance management.
Verdict
MaxAsset provides detailed fixed-asset records, depreciation, reporting, and accounting support, with broader operational tools in Manager. Its one-time licensing and on-premise deployment suit organizations that prefer installed software.
Plans and prices
From MaxAsset's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| MaxAsset Extra User | A$595, paid once | — |
| MaxAsset | A$995, paid once | Standard version |
| MaxAsset Manager | A$1,995, paid once | Manager version |
| MaxAsset Site Licence per user | Priced on request | Per user |
The facts
Each one read from MaxAsset's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Asset records
- Asset records can include description, type, make, model, serial number, purchase details, category, location, division, person and maintenance contract.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Barcode scanners
- The maker lists portable scanner support from Opticon Sensors, Telxon, Nippon Denso and Videx.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- The product page lists Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 3.1, Macintosh and PowerPC, and OS/2 as compatible platforms.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Depreciation
- It calculates tax and book depreciation separately and supports alternate depreciation methods and rates.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Editions
- MaxAsset is available in Standard and Manager versions.checked 9 Oct 2026
- General ledger
- After general ledger accounts are defined, MaxAsset can generate journal entries automatically.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Manager features
- The Manager version adds maintenance, lease management, network tracking, transfer management and portable data collection.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Multi-user
- The maker describes MaxAsset as a real-time multi-user system that can run over networks including NetWare and AppleShare.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- MaxAsset provides fixed asset tracking and management, including financial management, maintenance management, barcode labeling and portable data acquisition.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Reporting
- The product provides asset summaries, additions, depreciation schedules and projections, accounting entries, insurance values, labels and ad hoc reports.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Security
- The product has configurable password and access control for system functions.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker’s support centre lists MaxAsset installation, network setup, data import and barcode scanner resources, and links to online support and support reports.checked 9 Oct 2026
The company
- Founded
- 1988checked 28 Sep 2026
- Maker
- The corporate profile identifies HTS as an Australian software development company incorporated in July 1988.checked 9 Oct 2026
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