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Description

Apex Mechanic is a cloud-based shop management solution designed specifically for independent automotive repair businesses, which includes general repair, tire services, performance upgrades, fleet maintenance, and quick-lube operations. This software seamlessly integrates customer and vehicle information, appointment scheduling, online booking, work orders, price estimates, invoices, inventory management, and customer communication. Employees can create detailed estimates that include costs for parts, labor, services, taxes, and additional notes, which can then be sent to customers for approval and easily transformed into invoices once accepted. Additionally, the platform provides features such as appointment reminders and prompts for Google reviews, enhancing customer engagement. Both shop proprietors and staff can utilize the web application and a mobile app to efficiently manage appointments, pricing estimates, invoices, and communication with clients. Furthermore, a dedicated Apex Auto app is available for vehicle owners, enabling them to locate repair shops, request estimates, schedule services, communicate with shops, and maintain a record of their vehicle's service history. This comprehensive system not only streamlines the daily operations of repair businesses but also fosters improved communication between shops and their customers, creating a more cohesive experience for both parties.

Description

Garage Hive is an all-encompassing, cloud-based solution designed for garage management, aimed at assisting automotive repair shops and multi-location garages in optimizing their workshop operations, enhancing customer experiences, and unifying essential business functions into a single platform. This system offers features such as live work diaries, job scheduling, checklists, and inventory management that can be accessed through desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. It also facilitates online bookings that sync with the live schedule and sends automated confirmation messages, along with allowing customers to authorize estimates online, complete with photos and detailed descriptions. Additionally, Garage Hive takes care of reminders for MOTs, services, and other maintenance milestones, while also providing functionalities like MOT history checks and electronic vehicle health assessments. The platform seamlessly integrates accounting tools with built-in bookkeeping capabilities alongside external services like Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks, and boasts robust custom reporting and business intelligence features, tracking key performance indicators such as average invoice value and gross profit. Ultimately, Garage Hive serves as a vital resource for garages looking to enhance their productivity and operational efficiency.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Microsoft Dynamics 365 No 
Microsoft Excel No 
Microsoft Power BI No 
QuickBooks Online No 
Sage Intacct No 
Xero No 

Integrations

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Yes 
Microsoft Excel Yes 
Microsoft Power BI Yes 
QuickBooks Online Yes 
Sage Intacct Yes 
Xero Yes 

Pricing Details

Month-to-month subscription with no contract; payments are in CAD. Includes a 30-day free trial and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$194.06 per month
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App No 
Android App Yes 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Apex Mechanic

Founded

2022

Country

Canada

Website

www.apexmechanic.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

GarageHive

Founded

2016

Country

United Kingdom

Website

garagehive.co.uk

Product Features

Product Features

Auto Body

Accounting Management No 
Billing & Invoicing No 
Customer Database No 
Inventory Control No 
Labor Rates No 
Maintenance Scheduling No 
Parts Management No 
Payroll Management No 
Quotes / Estimates No 
Scheduling No 
Service History No 
VIN Decoder No 
Vehicle Tracking No 
Work Order Management No 

Auto Repair

Billing & Invoicing No 
CRM No 
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) No 
Inventory Management No 
Labor Rates No 
Maintenance Scheduling No 
Parts Management No 
Quotes / Estimates No 
Service History No 
VIN Lookup No 
Vehicle Tracking No 
Work Order Management No 

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