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Free Auto Repair Software

Last updated: March 2026

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Auto repair software designed for the automotive industry

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ARI Pricing Overview ARI is designed to be a powerful yet affordable auto repair shop management platform, with pricing that is transparent, predictable, and accessible to shops of all sizes — from independent mechanics to multi-location operations. Unlike many competitors in the auto repair software space, ARI does not lock users into expensive long-term contracts, hidden fees, or paywalled core features. Our goal is simple: provide modern, full-featured shop management software at a price that makes sense for real-world repair businesses. Simple, Subscription-Based Pricing ARI is offered as a flat monthly subscription, starting at a highly competitive rate compared to other industry solutions. The subscription includes access to the core platform and the majority of features that shops need to run their daily operations efficiently. There are: No setup fees No onboarding fees No long-term contracts No surprise add-ons required to use essential features Shops can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel their subscription at any time. What’s Included Even at its base price, ARI includes features that many competitors either charge extra for or reserve for higher tiers, such as: Estimates, invoices, and inspections Digital vehicle inspections (DVI) Customer and vehicle management Inventory and parts tracking Labor guides (including free labor data) Reports and business insights Online invoices and customer portals Cloud access from any device This approach allows repair shops to get full operational value without being forced into higher-priced plans just to access everyday tools. Optional Add-Ons (Only If You Need Them) For shops that want to expand functionality, ARI offers optional add-ons (such as payment processing, SMS messaging, or advanced integrations). These are clearly priced and completely optional, allowing businesses to pay only for what they actually use. There are no mandatory bundles or forced upgrades. Why ARI Is More Cost-Effective Compared to many legacy auto repair software providers, ARI typically costs significantly less per month while offering: More modern cloud-based infrastructure Faster feature updates Broader access to tools at lower tiers Better scalability as a shop grows Many competitors charge higher monthly fees, require contracts, or split essential features across multiple paid modules. ARI’s pricing model is intentionally built to remove those barriers, making advanced shop software affordable even for small or newly opened businesses. Built for Growth ARI’s pricing is designed to grow with the shop. Whether a business has one technician or multiple locations, the platform remains cost-efficient without sudden pricing jumps. This makes ARI especially attractive for long-term use, where total cost of ownership matters.

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AutoShop logo

Automotive stores management solution

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A 30-day free trial is available. It is available on a monthly subscription, lifetime license, and outfit with add-ons basis.

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PartsTech logo

Accelerate your parts ordering.

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PartsTech is completely free for your first 5 part suppliers. To unlock unlimited suppliers or access to tire suppliers, contact our sales team!

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MaxxTraxx logo

Automotive repair shop management software

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These are the subscription plans which are available: MaxxTraxx Express - $59/month; $99 one time registration fee MaxxTraxx Service - $99/month for one user, $14/month for every additional workstation; $299 one time registration fee MaxxTraxx Corporate - $139/month; $14/month for every additional workstation; $399 one time registration fee The registration fee is waived off for the existing Scott Systems users.

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GetAFix logo

Auto repair software

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Provides end to end Automotive solution for After Market Sales and Services Basic price starts @ USD 70 Per month, We have various packages based on your usability.

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Busy Wrench logo

Manage Auto Shops effectively,

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