Auto Repair Shop Software Pricing
Simple plans, no surprises. Start free. Upgrade when ready. No contracts, no setup fees, cancel anytime. Mechanics pricing scales with your shop.
THREE SIMPLE PLANS
Pricing That Grows With Your Shop
All plans include unlimited work orders, customer management, basic reporting, and 30-day free trial. Choose the plan that fits your operation. Upgrade or downgrade anytime — no contract required.
SOLO TECHNICIANS
Personal
Perfect for getting started
- Up to 50 work orders/month
- 1 user account
- Basic customer database
- PDF invoices
- Mobile app access
- Email support
GROWING SHOPS
Shop
For 2-6 technicians
- Unlimited work orders
- Up to 6 user accounts
- Advanced customer database
- Automated invoicing
- Digital inspections with photos
- Job scheduling & bay management
- Customer text/email notifications
- Basic analytics & reporting
- Priority email support
MULTI-LOCATION
Pro
For 7+ technicians
- Everything in Shop plan
- Unlimited user accounts
- Multiple location support
- Advanced dispatching
- Custom inspection templates
- Payment processing
- Advanced analytics & forecasting
- API access for integrations
- Dedicated phone support
- Custom training & onboarding
FEATURE BREAKDOWN
What's Included in Each Plan
| Feature | Personal | Shop | Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $0 | $79 | $149 |
| Work Orders | 50/mo | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| User Accounts | 1 | Up to 6 | Unlimited |
| Digital Inspections | No | Yes | Yes |
| Photo Attachments | No | Yes | Yes |
| Customer Portal | No | Yes | Yes |
| Text/Email Notifications | No | Yes | Yes |
| Job Scheduling | No | Yes | Yes |
| Bay Management | No | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Analytics | No | Limited | Full |
| Payment Processing | No | No | Yes |
| API Access | No | No | Yes |
| Multi-Location | No | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | No | Dedicated |
Which Plan Is Right for You?
Personal
Solo Technicians & Solopreneurs
One person running a service business. Want to replace paper invoices and track customer history. Start free, no risk.
Shop
Growing Auto Repair Shops
2-6 techs, organized workflow needed. Running inspections, tracking parts, scheduling. Standard shop management.
Pro
Multi-Location Chains & Franchises
7+ employees, multiple bays, advanced integrations. Full API, payment processing, white-label support.
PRICING COMPARISON
Mechanics Costs Less Than Competitors
Major shop management platforms charge $199-$299 per month just to get started. Mechanics Shop plan is $79/month and includes digital inspections, customer portal, and analytics. Pro is $149/month with unlimited users and integrations.
| Software | Entry Price | Inspections | Mobile App | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanics Shop | $79/mo | 30 days | ||
| Tekmetric | $299/mo | Add-on | No | |
| Mitchell 1 Platform | $199/mo+ | Add-on | Limited | No |
| Shop-Ware | Enterprise | Limited | No |
RETURN ON INVESTMENT
How Mechanics Pays for Itself
One Extra Job Per Month
One extra approved repair order pays for Mechanics 5x over. Most shops see 2-3 extra jobs per month from digital inspections and customer reminders.
Labor Time Saved
At $25/hr labor cost, that's $325/month saved. Digital workflows cut data entry, filing, and phone tag by 80%.
TRANSPARENCY
No Setup Fees. No Contracts. Cancel Anytime.
No Setup Fees
Start using Mechanics immediately. No onboarding costs or activation fees.
No Contracts
Month-to-month billing. Upgrade or downgrade any time. Total flexibility.
No Hidden Charges
What you see is what you pay. Mobile app, API, support — all included.
Pricing Questions Answered
Can I try Mechanics free?
Yes. All plans include a 30-day free trial with full feature access. No credit card required to start.
What happens after the free trial?
You choose your plan. Stay on Personal ($0), upgrade to Shop ($79) or Pro ($149), or cancel. Your choice.
Can I change plans later?
Absolutely. Upgrade or downgrade anytime. Changes take effect the next billing cycle.
What payment methods do you accept?
Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) and ACH bank transfer. All billing is handled securely via Stripe.
Do you offer annual discounts?
Contact our sales team for multi-year pricing. Enterprise customers get volume discounts.
Is there a limit to user accounts on Shop plan?
Shop plan includes up to 6 users. Pro plan has unlimited users. Add users anytime.
Pick Your Plan & Get Started Today
30-day free trial on all plans. Start free, upgrade when ready. No credit card required, no contracts, cancel anytime.
Start Free — Upgrade When ReadyAll plans include 30-day free trial. No credit card required to start.