GEM-CAR
7.6#2 in automotive softwareFrom $149 a monthAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitGEM-CAR vs Shop-Ware
What both publish
| Fact | GEM-CAR | Shop-Ware |
|---|---|---|
| Communication | The GEM-SMS add-on sends appointment confirmations, estimates with photos, completion notices and review requests by text. | The Digital Vehicle Experience includes live chat and text messaging to support customer communication and repair approvals. |
| Digital inspections | The software includes digital vehicle inspections and work-order templates with vehicle identification data and legal clauses. | Its Digital Vehicle Experience supports digital vehicle inspections with photos, videos, and notes shared with customers. |
| Founded | 2001 | 2013 |
| Headquarters | Montreal, Quebec, Canada | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Integrations | The product brochure lists integrations with Mitchell, ALLDATA, Identifix, Shopify, WooCommerce, Mailchimp, Gmail, Outlook and Yahoo. | Shop-Ware says it integrates with parts providers including PartsTech, WORLDPAC, RepairLink, Nexpart, and MyPlaceforParts, and supports QuickBooks Online syncing. |
GEM-CAR plans
- I Standard$149 a month
- II Premium$299 a month
- III Elite$379 a month
Shop-Ware plans
- CRM + Online Service Scheduler$249 a month
- Startup$279 a month
- Pro$389 a month
- Master$499 a month
- Ultimate+$999 a month
Pick GEM-CAR if…
GEM-CAR is aimed primarily at auto repair shops. It also supports heavy-duty truck centers, boat stores, bicycle repair workshops, tire shops, and transmission repair centers.
Pick Shop-Ware if…
Shop-Ware suits independent auto repair shops, family-owned garages and multi-shop organizations seeking tools for estimating, work orders, parts and customer approvals. Its plans include options for analytics and website or marketing services.