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Tekmetric vs AutoFluent

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Tekmetric

Automotive

Complete shop management for independent shops

From
$89/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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AutoFluent

Automotive

Next-generation repair shop software

From
$109/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Tekmetric every price is per shop, and each additional location needs its own plan subscription; AutoFluent no native mobile app; mobile access limited to web browser on smartphones
  • They diverge on capability: Tekmetric covers Work order management, AutoFluent covers Smart scheduling.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Tekmetric and AutoFluent actually diverge.

Attributes where Tekmetric and AutoFluent differ
AttributeTekmetricAutoFluent
Starting price$89/month$109/month
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, AppWindows 10+
Founded20162001

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Automotive).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Tekmetric

  • Work order management
  • Vehicle history
  • Customer management
  • Scheduling system
  • Estimating tools
  • Invoicing
  • Customer portal
  • Mobile application

Only in AutoFluent

  • Smart scheduling
  • Workflow automation
  • Digital inspections
  • Customer texting
  • Predictive reminders
  • Repair tracking
  • Payment processing
  • Analytics dashboard

Both cover

  • Payment processors
  • Data encryption
  • Regular backups

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Tekmetric

  • Shop management for independent auto repair shops: repair orders, estimates and invoicingnot AutoFluent
  • Digital vehicle inspections shared with customersnot AutoFluent
  • Managing parts inventory, vendors and technician job clocksnot AutoFluent

AutoFluent

  • Dealership Managementnot Tekmetric
  • Service Schedulingnot Tekmetric
  • Inventory Managementnot Tekmetric
  • Sales Operationsnot Tekmetric
  • Customer Relationshipnot Tekmetric

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Tekmetric

  • Every price is per shop, and each additional location needs its own plan subscription
  • Two-way texting, the real-time shop dashboard, the technician board and employee performance analytics require the Scale plan at $439 per month
  • The labor guide, time and job clocks and parts and inventory reports are withheld from the entry Start plan at $199 per month
  • Integrated payments, a dedicated account manager and quarterly business reviews are Enterprise only, and Enterprise is custom priced with no published rate
  • Multi-shop management is a $70 per month per shop add-on on top of a plan subscription at every location
  • The Tire Suite add-on costs an extra $39 per month per shop
  • The Marketing add-on costs an extra $345 per month per shop, more than the Scale plan itself
  • The discounted rates such as $179 per month require annual billing

AutoFluent

  • No native mobile app; mobile access limited to web browser on smartphones
  • Primarily designed for repair shops; less suitable for large dealership operations
  • Setup and data migration can take up to 3 weeks for existing customer data conversion

Pricing, plan by plan

Tekmetric

$89/month
  • Standard$89/month
    • Work orders
    • Customer management
    • Scheduling
  • Professional$179/month
    • Everything in Standard
    • Advanced analytics
    • Estimating
  • Enterprise$349/month
    • Everything in Professional
    • Multi-location
    • Custom workflows

AutoFluent

$109/month
  • Basic$109/month
    • Customer tracking
    • Integrated accounting
    • Inventory management

Which should you pick?

Choose Tekmetric if

  • You need work order management.
  • You work on Web, Mobile, App.
  • You also want vehicle history.
Tekmetric review

Choose AutoFluent if

  • You need smart scheduling.
  • You work on Windows 10+.
  • You also want workflow automation.
AutoFluent review

Questions people ask

Is Tekmetric or AutoFluent better?
Neither clearly leads. Tekmetric starts at $89/month and AutoFluent at $109/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Tekmetric or AutoFluent?
Tekmetric starts at $89/month and AutoFluent at $109/month.
Does Tekmetric or AutoFluent run on more platforms?
Tekmetric runs on Web, Mobile, App. AutoFluent runs on Windows 10+.
What is Tekmetric best used for?
Tekmetric is most often used for shop management for independent auto repair shops: repair orders, estimates and invoicing, digital vehicle inspections shared with customers, managing parts inventory, vendors and technician job clocks. Of those, shop management for independent auto repair shops: repair orders, estimates and invoicing and digital vehicle inspections shared with customers are not what AutoFluent is typically brought in for.
What can Tekmetric do that AutoFluent cannot?
Tekmetric covers Work order management, Vehicle history, Customer management, Scheduling system. AutoFluent covers Smart scheduling, Workflow automation, Digital inspections, Customer texting. Both handle Payment processors, Data encryption, Regular backups.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

AutoFluent: Is AutoFluent cloud-based or on-premise?

AutoFluent offers both options. Cloud hosting is available with automatic nightly backups and remote accessibility from anywhere with internet. Local server installation is also available for shops that prefer on-premise deployment.

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AutoFluent: Does AutoFluent work with QuickBooks?

Yes. AutoFluent integrates with QuickBooks Pro, Premier, Enterprise, and QuickBooks Online, allowing you to export sales and purchase totals and manage accounts receivable directly.

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AutoFluent: What is the minimum starting price and what does it include?

AutoFluent starts at $109/month for the Basic plan, which includes customer tracking, integrated accounting, inventory and sales management, website hosting, workforce management, and single-user access. Pricing is customized based on shop needs.

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AutoFluent: Can I use AutoFluent across multiple locations?

Yes. AutoFluent supports multi-location shops with consolidated reporting, shared customer and inventory data, and the ability to transfer inventory between locations. Cloud hosting is required for multi-location access.

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AutoFluent: How long does installation take?

Remote installation by an AutoFluent technician takes between 5 to 25 minutes. The software supports multiple remote access options including cloud hosting, VPN, or static IP setup.

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