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Description

ARI (Auto Repair Software) is a cloud-based, cross-platform shop management system for auto repair shops, mobile mechanics, independent technicians, dealerships, and specialty shops (motorcycle, truck, heavy-duty, auto body, and marine). It consolidates the full repair workflow, from booking and diagnostics to inspection, invoicing, and payment, into one app that is often 5-10x cheaper than competitors such as Shopmonkey, Mitchell, and AutoLeap. Core capabilities: - Unlimited invoices, estimates & work orders with 7 customizable templates - Digital vehicle inspections with image attachments and AI damage detection - OBD scanner, VIN decoder, and license plate reader for fast vehicle lookup - AI labor guides plus M1/MOTOR labor times and estimates - Client, vehicle, and inventory management with complete service history - Accounting, expense tracking, purchase orders, reporting, and payment tracking - Online appointments, service reminders, and a client portal - Multi-user accounts with role-based permissions Integrations include Stripe, Square, PayPal, 360Payments, Helcim, QuickBooks Online, CarFax, CarMD, PartsTech, Nexpart, and Wisetack financing. ARI runs natively on Web, iOS, Android, and Windows, with cloud sync keeping every device up to date and data secure. Founded in 2020 and serving 4,000+ shops in 50+ countries, ARI is rated 4.7/5 by 2,500+ users. Pricing is transparent: two plans from $39.99/month, a free trial, no setup fees, and no contracts.

Description

Mech Connect is a comprehensive cloud-based management system tailored for automotive repair shops of all sizes, from small independent garages to extensive multi-location facilities. This innovative solution eliminates the need for traditional paper job cards, scattered spreadsheets for invoicing, and various unintegrated tools by consolidating everything into a single platform that manages the entire workshop seamlessly. Every vehicle undergoes a structured 8-stage process that includes drop-off, inspection, diagnosis, estimate, customer approval, repair, invoicing, and payment, ensuring that no task is overlooked and every service is accounted for without omissions. Among its standout features are digital job cards, photographic inspections that allow for customer approvals via smartphones, branded estimates and invoices, payment reconciliation across various methods including bank transfers, cash, and mobile money services like M-Pesa, as well as live parts inventory linked directly to jobs. Additionally, it offers built-in double-entry accounting that generates VAT and tax reports, a CRM with detailed vehicle service histories, SMS and WhatsApp reminders and marketing campaigns, convenient online booking, tracking of technician productivity, and capabilities for multi-branch management with centralized oversight, all while supporting transactions in multiple currencies suited for diverse markets. It operates smoothly in any web browser and can be set up in approximately 30 minutes, making it a trusted choice for over 150 workshops across more than five countries. Moreover, the platform's user-friendly interface and extensive functionalities make it an ideal solution for modern auto repair businesses aiming to streamline their operations.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

PartsTech
PayPal
QuickBooks Online
Stripe Billing

Integrations

PartsTech
PayPal
QuickBooks Online
Stripe Billing

Pricing Details

$39.99/month
monthly, yearly, free trial available
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

$60/month
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

ARI (Auto Repair Software)

Founded

2020

Website

ari.app/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Mech Connect Solutions

Founded

2024

Country

Kenya

Website

mechconnect.africa/

Product Features

Auto Body

Accounting Management
Billing & Invoicing
Customer Database
Inventory Control
Labor Rates
Maintenance Scheduling
Parts Management
Payroll Management
Quotes / Estimates
Scheduling
Service History
VIN Decoder
Vehicle Tracking
Work Order Management

Auto Repair

Billing & Invoicing
CRM
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
Inventory Management
Labor Rates
Maintenance Scheduling
Parts Management
Quotes / Estimates
Service History
VIN Lookup
Vehicle Tracking
Work Order Management

Automotive CRM

Call Logging
Contact Management
Customer Support
Inventory Management
Lease Management
List Management
Marketing Automation
Product Catalog
Quotes / Proposals
Service Department Management
Showroom Management
Territory Management

Product Features

Auto Repair

Billing & Invoicing
CRM
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
Inventory Management
Labor Rates
Maintenance Scheduling
Parts Management
Quotes / Estimates
Service History
VIN Lookup
Vehicle Tracking
Work Order Management

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