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Description
Hoist is designed to simplify workshop operations for automotive businesses across New Zealand. It centralizes job management, invoicing, and customer communication in one easy-to-use platform. Digital job cards replace paper-based systems, reducing mistakes and improving visibility across jobs. Automated calculations and workflows minimize human error and save administrative time. Hoist integrates directly with Xero for two-way syncing of invoices, payments, and customer data. Built-in EFTPOS integrations allow workshops to take payments quickly and accurately. Vehicle lookup tools provide instant access to registration and WoF history. Customers receive timely updates, improving trust and repeat business. Hoist supports the tools workshops already use, including parts suppliers and payment providers. With a short setup time and free onboarding, teams can start seeing value quickly.
Description
Workshop Hub is a cloud-based management solution tailored for both independent and multi-bay automotive repair facilities. This browser-based platform integrates essential features such as a booking calendar alongside an online booking tool, comprehensive customer and vehicle records, digital job cards, photo-driven estimates, invoicing, payment requests, and tracking of workshop jobs. Mechanics have the ability to clock their working hours, utilize checklists, and document parts and notes, while administrative personnel oversee reminders, customer status updates, generate reports, and manage inventory workflows. The integrated AI can respond to inquiries based on shop records, draft quotes, and identify potentially missing charges on invoices for staff consideration. The Shop and Pro+ plans offer seamless accounting integration with Xero and QuickBooks Online, while the Pro+ plan enhances functionality with video updates, a social calendar, and tools for managing supplier invoices. Additionally, an optional AI Receptionist is available to assist with phone calls and booking inquiries. This online service also provides features like Australian registration lookups and invoices that are compliant with ABN/GST requirements, making it a comprehensive tool for automotive repair shops. Overall, Workshop Hub streamlines operations, enhances efficiency, and improves customer service for repair shop owners.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
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Pricing Details
$75/month
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$59 AUD/mo + GST
Shop starts at A$59 per workshop per month plus GST. Pro+ starts at A$129 per workshop per month plus GST. Optional AI Receptionist and usage-based credits are priced separately.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Hoist Software
Founded
2023
Country
New Zealand
Website
hoist.nz
Vendor Details
Company Name
Driven Autocare Pty Ltd
Founded
2024
Country
Australia
Website
workshophub.com.au
Product Features
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
Automotive CRM
Call Logging
No
Contact Management
No
Customer Support
No
Inventory Management
No
Lease Management
No
List Management
No
Marketing Automation
No
Product Catalog
No
Quotes / Proposals
No
Service Department Management
No
Showroom Management
No
Territory Management
No