ARI
8.2#1 in automotive repair softwareFrom $399.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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Workshop Software
7.8#1 in automobile workshop softwareAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | ARI | Workshop Software |
|---|---|---|
| Documentation and support | ARI provides getting-started guides, installation instructions, video guides and 24/7 support on paid plans. | Support resources include a knowledge base, live chat, email and phone support, training and data-export assistance. |
| Founded | The opened maker pages do not state a founding year. | 2013 |
| Headquarters | Wilmington, Delaware, United States | Suite 2305, 4 Daydream St, Warriewood NSW Australia 2102 |
| Integrations | ARI lists payment processors including Square, 360Payments, PayPal, Stripe, and Helcim, plus PartsTech, M1, CarFax, CarMD, QuickBooks, and Wisetack integrations. | Listed integrations include Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, Burson EzyParts, Repco Navigator Pro, and WorkshopData. |
| Intended users | ARI says it is built for mobile mechanics, independent technicians, auto repair shops, auto dealers, and auto care professionals. | The maker lists intended workshop types including auto mechanical, truck, farm machinery, motorcycle, boat, and RV repair businesses. |
| Rating on Capterra | 4.6 out of 5 from 661 reviews | 4 out of 5 from 77 reviews |
| Rating on G2 | 4.6 out of 5 from 136 reviews | 4.1 out of 5 from 7 reviews |
ARI plans
- FreeFree
- ARI Pro (monthly)$39.99 a month
- ARI Pro$39.99 a month
- ARI Pro Plus$59.99 a month
- ARI Pro Plus (monthly)$59.99 a month
- ARI Pro (yearly)$399.99 a year
Workshop Software plans
- Silver (AUD, monthly)A$119 a month
- Gold (AUD, monthly)A$149 a month
- Silver$169 a month
- Gold$199 a month
- Platinum (AUD, monthly)A$249 a month
- Platinum$299 a month
Pick ARI if…
ARI suits mobile mechanics, independent technicians, repair shops, dealers, and other auto care professionals who need repair workflow and customer portal tools. Its vehicle records and tools may also suit teams that track service history and diagnostics.
Pick Workshop Software if…
It suits automotive, truck, farm machinery, motorcycle, boat, and RV repair workshops that need job, booking, inventory, and inspection management. Workshops seeking integrated payments should be in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, or the USA.