GaragePlug
7.8#3 in automotive repair softwareFrom $199.99 a monthAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitGaragePlug vs OpenAuto
What both publish
| Fact | GaragePlug | OpenAuto |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Its dashboards provide reporting on revenue, sales, inventory, technicians, multiple outlets, and other business metrics. | The site lists profit and loss, cost of goods sold, and technician hours among its analytics and reporting capabilities. |
| Integrations | The product listing says feedback integrates with Google Business Profile and vendor contacts can be reached through SMS, email, and WhatsApp. | The site names PartsTech, QuickBooks, Odoo, Plate2vin, SMS notifications, and Square payment processing as optional integrations. |
| Purpose | GaragePlug is a cloud platform for auto repair workshops and detailing centers. | OpenAuto is shop management software for independent automotive shops. |
| Security | GaragePlug says its software uses role-based access control, cloud infrastructure, and automated backups. | The site says core features run locally and describes secure callbacks via Cloudflare Tunnel. |
GaragePlug plans
- GEAR0 Monthly Plan$199.99 a month
- GEAR1 Monthly Plan$299.99 a month
- GEAR2 Monthly Plan$399.99 a month
- Custom network quotePriced on request
- Custom quotePriced on request
OpenAuto plans
- Core applicationFree
- Optional integrations & services$0.50, paid once
Pick GaragePlug if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick OpenAuto if…
OpenAuto suits independent automotive shops looking for Windows-based tools to manage repair workflows, parts, labor, and reporting. It may also suit shops that want optional integrations rather than a monthly-fee model.