R.O. Writer
7.4#4 in automotive softwareFrom $199 a monthAndroidiOSWebSelf-hosted
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| Fact | R.O. Writer | Tekmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Company history | Crunchbase says the first DOS repair-order software appeared in Houston in 1989, Midas acquired the company in 2001, and the business later moved under TBC Corporation. | Tekmetric says its founder began working on the idea in 2015 and the first version of its shop management tool launched in 2017. |
| Founded | 1977 | 2017 |
| Integrations | The maker lists partners across accounting, payments, marketing, parts, repair guides and tires, including QuickBooks, Global Payments, CARFAX, AutoVitals, O’Reilly, NAPA, ALLDATA and Identifix. | Tekmetric states that it offers more than 70 integrations, including tools for marketing, parts ordering, management, and communication. |
| Purpose | RO Writer is shop management software for auto repair shops, covering job tracking, parts sourcing, and customer communication. | Tekmetric is shop management software designed to help auto repair shops manage operations and customer service. |
R.O. Writer plans
- RO Writer Essentials$199 a month
- RO Writer$299 a month
Tekmetric plans
- Start$199 a month
- Grow$349 a month
- Scale$439 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick R.O. Writer if…
It suits independent repair shops and larger, high-volume or multi-location operations. The Essentials plan is described for independent shops, while RO Writer targets high-volume or multi-location shops.
Pick Tekmetric if…
Tekmetric suits auto repair shops looking to manage repair orders, estimates, inspections, inventory, and shop reporting. Shops that need mobile check-in or digital inspections can use its Android and iOS app, with a Tekmetric account.