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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated October 19th, 2026 # Reviews of ARI Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.6 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews KS Kevin S FounderAutomotive, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: I used a free trial. “I liked the ability to have a all in one crm and shop work flow type of system, allowing both customer and I to have repair statuses, information of the vehicle saved under each customer. And in comparison to other types of shop programs I feel this is a great competitor price point.“ April 28, 2026 GY Gustavo Y OwnerAutomotive, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “That it doesn’t provide repair guides and that it doesn’t have automatic messages sent to customers for reminders of payments and other critical topics“ April 28, 2026 GP Geoffrey P OwnerAutomotive, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “ARI has inspection sheets, The best AI labor guide I have used, reports to show me what my business is doing, and sends my customers service reminders.“ April 29, 2026 SP Stephen P OwnerAutomotive, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Some of the functions with the integration with Quickbooks do not work such as bulk syncing with the customer invoices.“ April 29, 2026 DE Dustin E Owner TechnicianAutomotive, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Workflow Management: Streamlines the daily grind by making it easy to convert estimates to invoices and manage appointments, which helps reduce administrative "desk time."“ April 28, 2026 cn chris n ownerAutomotive, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “One downside I’ve noticed with ARI Automotive Repair Software is the inconsistency in labor times and pricing within the system.“ May 1, 2026 TH Tyler H CEOAutomotive, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “While ARI is designed as a general mechanical shop management tool rather than an ADAS-specific platform, its flexibility allowed me to easily adapt it to my calibration and diagnostic workflows with great success.“ April 29, 2026 TS Tyler S Automotive TechnicianAutomotive, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Before using it, a lot of time was wasted jumping between different systems or manually keeping track of customer information and repair history.“ April 28, 2026 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 661 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Jeffrey R. Owner Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best software for the price, still feels clunky. " July 12, 2025 4.0 It was overall okay. Writing invoices was very easy and they presented a very professional feel. Navigating the software was king old of clunky and awkward. Sometimes the vehicle I wanted to add just wasn’t there. The vin decode did work well and the integration with Carfax was nice. Pros It’s got everything an automotive shop would need to survive in the digital world. It offered all these features at a fraction of the price of its competition. Cons It’s kind of clunky. I used it primarily as a mobile mechanic and the phone interface leaves a lot to be desired. It is function, don’t get me wrong, it’s a scaled version of the web app. I’d like a slicker, easier to use and navigate interface. Alternatives considered [Shopmonkey](https://www.capterra.com/p/169022/Shopmonkey/) Reason for choosing ARI The price of ARI was a fraction off everyone else’s price. Review Source EC Eric C. CEO Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "ARI is the perfect partner for a small mechanic business " April 29, 2026 4.0 ARI has been essential in making my business easier to manage and saves me tremendous amounts of time making my business more profitable and giving my customers better service. Pros I love the AI labor guides. They are fairly accurate and the small changes that I do have to make save me hours over what I used to spend to create quotes from scratch. Cons It also deals with the AI labor guides. Occasionally it will create a guide that is incorrect for the vehicle. That is selected. There is no way that I have seen to get the AI to correct the guides. Alternatives considered [Shopmonkey](https://www.capterra.com/p/169022/Shopmonkey/)[ProDemand](https://www.capterra.com/p/10021584/ProDemand/) Reason for choosing ARI The primary reason that I chose ARI was cost. I am a small mobile mechanic. All of these other products were created for large shops. The cost was to high and while they had some features that I would have liked to use there many features that I wouldn’t and couldn’t use. Switched from [Wave](https://www.capterra.com/p/178021/Wave-Apps/) It was do generic for my use. And the quote building process in the CRM was long and painful Review Source AC Ashlee C. Owner Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Automotive Owner/Tech" August 22, 2026 5.0 The best everMy overall experience with ARI has been the best experience I have had so far. I appreciate how convenient, fast, and informative the system is, while still giving me a sense of control throughout the process. ARI has made it easier for me to access information, complete tasks, and stay informed. Although there are occasional changes and updates that take some time to adjust to, I understand that they are made to improve the overall experience. Overall, I am very satisfied with ARI and the way it has made things more efficient and manageable.! Pros What I like most about ARI is how convenient, fast, and informational it is while still allowing me to feel completely in control. The process is simple and easy to navigate, which saves me time and makes it convenient to get the information I need when I need it. I also appreciate how quickly ARI provides helpful information, so I do not feel like I am waiting around or wasting time. The information available helps me better understand my options and make informed decisions. Most importantly, I like having control throughout the process. ARI gives me the ability to stay involved, make decisions, and manage things in a way that works best for me. Cons What I like least about ARI is the constant changes that can sometimes make it difficult to keep up with new processes, features, or updates. However, I do understand that updates and changes are necessary to improve the system and provide a better experience. While the frequent changes can take some time to get used to, I appreciate that ARI is continuing to evolve and make improvements. I would just prefer for changes to be communicated clearly and consistently so that everyone has enough time to understand and adjust to them. Review Source JD Jessie D. Office Manager Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "High Potential" April 28, 2026 3.0 I feel it has potential and I will hang on until improvements are made because I feel it is going in the right direction overall. Pros Value for money is the major pro with this software. I like features that make things easier. The Labor Definitions. Invoices take less time than with other software. Cons Interface, Slowness, Syncing, Integrations and Invoice template are in need of some upgrades. Emailing feature has had some hiccups with customers. Major information that should be more visible or prominent. Alternatives considered [Mitchell RepairCenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/83653/Mitchell-RepairCenter/)[RepairShopr](https://www.capterra.com/p/133945/RepairShopr/)[Fullbay](https://www.capterra.com/p/170876/Fullbay/) Reason for choosing ARI Price of the product was the major sell for us. Switched from [Shopmonkey](https://www.capterra.com/p/169022/Shopmonkey/) Shop Monkey Upgrade ended up being a downgrade. Review Source JM Jason M. owner Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great software for starters in a small business. " April 28, 2026 5.0 Overall, this is a great software solution for small shops. It offers great value for the price, and I was impressed by how easy it was to get started. The software's capabilities are well-matched to its price. Pros You get human customer support. Replies to question fairly quickly. Bugs and issues usually get fixed fairly quickly. Always continuing to improve the software. Great value for money compared to the well-known companies in the same field. Lots of extras are included compared to the large companies. It has pretty much what one may need to start out without breaking the bank or contracts. Cons Still lots to improve in the accounting and integration with QuickBooks. Purchase order numbering is still not working 100%. Inventory management in keeping records of what you order, how the inventory gets into the system and creating duplicate parts in inventory where one should be able to trace back to the work order/invoice is not available. Alternatives considered [AutoLeap](https://www.capterra.com/p/216500/Autoleap/)[Lightspeed Retail](https://www.capterra.com/p/120491/Lightspeed-Retail/) Reason for choosing ARI Price and no contract or setup fee. Very easy to deal with and pricing is clear and simple. Switched from [Manager SE](https://www.capterra.com/p/145351/Manager-SE/) Price, old interface, complex at times, not easy to start with. Review Source RB Robert B. CEO Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "The BEST Bang for Buck Automotive Platform" April 29, 2026 5.0 Overall experience with ARI has been a blast, super responsive and in the time I have used ARI I have seen 2 UI updates. Just showing how much they are wanting to update and improve their platform. Pros The thing I like the most about ARI is how organized everything else. I mean from customers to vehicles to tax information. It is all super easy to find and navigate. Cons I think maybe the thing I like the least about ARI is the M1 integration. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't it really is just kind of hit or miss sometimes with how the M1 labor time integration works Alternatives considered [Shopmonkey](https://www.capterra.com/p/169022/Shopmonkey/) Reason for choosing ARI ShopMonkey and Tekmetric were just way too expensive. I mean why would I need to use one of them when I get everything I need under ARI's umbrella Switched from [Wave](https://www.capterra.com/p/178021/Wave-Apps/) Wave did not look professional enough and did not have near enough the features I was looking for a in a premium product. Review Source AL Adam L. OWNER AND TECHNICIAN Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "DONT BE IN DOUBT BY THE PRICE!!" April 28, 2026 4.0 OVERALL IM SATISFIED WITH IT AND PLAN IN THE FUTURE TO GET THE FULL ACCESS TO BE ABLE TO LOOK UP REPAIR INFO. Pros THE PRICE POINT IS NUMBER 1. BUT EASE OF ACCESS IS GREAT AS WELL. WOULD PROB WORK BETTER IF I HAD TIME TO SIT DOWN AND FULLY LEARN HOW TO USE ALL ITS FUNCTIONS. MY CUSTOMERS RAVE ABOUT IT TOO! SMS INVOICES ARE DETAILED FOR THEM TO UNDERSTAND WHAT IM DOING TO THEIR VEHICLE. Cons IM POSITIVE THERES MORE IN THE SOFTWARE TO MAKE THINGS RUN EASIER BUT FIGUREING THEM OUT IS A LITTLE CONFUSING. Alternatives considered [Shopmonkey](https://www.capterra.com/p/169022/Shopmonkey/)[Shop Boss](https://www.capterra.com/p/121909/Shop-Boss-Pro/) Reason for choosing ARI I CHOSE ARI DUE TO PRICE POINT. STARTING A NEW BUSINESS WITH LOW OVERHEAD MEANT FINDING AN INVOICE SERVICE THAT WASNT GOING TO BREAK ME BEFORE I EVEN GOT STARTED. Review Source WZ Wally Z. Ceo Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "simple, affordable, and improving auto repair software" February 8, 2026 5.0 overall, my experience with ari has been positive. it is a solid and cost-effective system for auto repair shops. with stronger inventory tools, better bookkeeping features, smarter receipt handling, and more ai automation, it could become an excellent all-in-one platform. Pros i like ari for its simplicity, affordable pricing, and good customer service. it is easy to use for daily shop operations and works well for estimates, invoices, and basic management without being overly complicated. Cons inventory and bookkeeping need improvement. expense receipt screenshots should be smarter, with ai recognizing whether they belong to expenses or cost of goods sold. warranty reimbursements also need better tools, such as issuing credits to customers and tracking vendor credits. Alternatives considered [ALLDATA Shop Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/10002548/ALLDATA-Shop-Manager/) Reason for choosing ARI they were more complicated, more expensive, and not as user friendly for our day to day auto repair shop operations Switched from [QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/190778/QuickBooks-Online/) quickbooks online was too basic and general for our operation. ari is built specifically for auto repair shops and better fits our workflow, job tracking, and day-to-day shop needs. Review Source DW DOUGLAS W. Boss man Doug Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I've been a subscriber for over 2 years" April 29, 2026 4.0 The software demonstrates commendable functionality. While customer support could benefit from enhancement, the product offers significant value for its cost. Pros The cost-effectiveness of this service offers exceptional value. The bookkeeping software is built right in Cons It appears that some of the labor times are slightly inaccurate. The system could use an update to reflect the proper labor time Alternatives considered [Shopmonkey](https://www.capterra.com/p/169022/Shopmonkey/)[ALLDATA](https://www.capterra.com/p/10010667/Alldata/) Reason for choosing ARI The price is much better with ari its much more affordable Review Source CS Chad S. Mechanic and owner Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Super awesome for work flow" April 28, 2026 5.0 Highly efficient and helpful, always new updated and improvements, support from staff, overall game changer Pros Easy to use for mechanics service advisors and managers and customers all in one portal and digitally shareable Cons Looking forward to more integrations and leads through the service and maybe the option to make it more personal Alternatives considered [Tekmetric](https://www.capterra.com/p/190952/Tekmetric/) Reason for choosing ARI Cost, updates, integrations, appeal, ease of use Switched from [Jobber](https://www.capterra.com/p/127994/Jobber/) It wasn't auto specific, it wasn't easily integrating, the forms were choppy, ARI much smoother interface and easy to navigate Review Source CM Christina M. Administrative Assistant Automotive Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "WAY TO GO ARI!" September 17, 2025 5.0 ARI is great so far. despite the learning curve, it is intuitive and easy to use, I like the layout and the integrations as well! Pros ARI is great! We especially enjoy the ability to give customers a "customer site" where they can follow along with the repair process. We also enjoy being able to offer financing and the price for ARI is super cheap for the amount of value they provide! Customer support is great, they respond quickly and have solutions ready. Creating estimates is a breeze with the AI function. I am not worried about security either because it is all on the cloud! Cons it can be a bit of a learning curve. Also, I am still unsure if the estimates that I have written on ARI will stand up to the insurance companies requirements? I guess we will have to wait and see. I do not like how the "markup" works. I should be able to mark up some things and not have to mark up everything. Switched from [Qapter](https://www.capterra.com/p/228730/Qapter/) Qapter is too expensive and is still missing many of the features that ARI has. Also, nothing integrates well with Qapter. Review Source GB Gabriel B. Owner Operator Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Rating from On The Go Auto Repair" May 1, 2026 4.0 I have really enjoyed ARI! I was offered a deal from all data to purchase their shop management software but the price was just not in my budget but ARI makes it possible to cover myself and the business. Pros I really like the option for customers to sign R/O’s on their own devices. We also have enjoyed the integration tools that allow us to use square with the invoices for payment. Cons I think that a great feature that would help me would be to add a way to link your google business profile for the reviews. Also, adding a text campaign option to send out mass messages would be great. Alternatives considered [ALLDATA Shop Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/10002548/ALLDATA-Shop-Manager/) Reason for choosing ARI The price point was more affordable for my business and it allowed me to integrate my payment software seamlessly! Review Source AC Andres C. Safety Manager and Shop Supervisor Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great for a small truck fleet" April 28, 2026 5.0 Pros For a small/medium fleet is perfect to track repairs and stay compliant. Very easy to use and user firendly Cons Cannot use telematics API to get info from truck into the program and coordinate proper preventive maintenance Alternatives considered [Fullbay](https://www.capterra.com/p/170876/Fullbay/) Reason for choosing ARI Although fullbay is a better product, it is costly Switched from [AutoSoftWay](https://www.capterra.com/p/230031/AutoServ1/) Autosoftway is not a program made for trucks not fleet Review Source DP David P. Owner Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great start up option " May 7, 2026 4.0 Good so far but because it doesn’t have more explanation on how it works I might not keep it long term Pros Ease of creating RO using license toget information and being able to work on the phone through text make it very user friendly Cons Accounting side of software doesn’t make it easy to transfer to QuickBooks you should be able to automatically finish something and it transferred or give you the option to transfer immediately Alternatives considered [NAPA TRACS](https://www.capterra.com/p/61551/NAPA-TRACS/) Reason for choosing ARI Price and that I can do almost everything on my phone Review Source MS Matthew S. Owner Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Ari review" April 28, 2026 5.0 I like using Ari. It's affordable clean organized and easy to understand for customers. It makes payments easy for customers Pros Easy to use. Customer friendly. Makes receiving payments easy. Very organized and easy to understand for customers Cons I wish there was more ways to accept payments. Like through venmo and cash app and zelle. And if you could add more vendors like AutoZone and O'Reilly's that would be perfect. Alternatives considered [ProDemand](https://www.capterra.com/p/10021584/ProDemand/) Reason for choosing ARI Cheaper and more organized. Willing to work with you on cost Review Source AC Anahisa C. Director of Strategy and Marketing Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Efficient and price conscious " September 17, 2025 5.0 So far it has been a good experience. Seeing a lot of value in having access to the labor guides. And the inspections. Once we organized it to meet our needs it makes going through the inspections a breeze. Pros The price point and the ability to play with the system before committing to the purchase was crucial for our small business. The ease of use and learning how it works was very easy and efficient. Cons It doesn’t work as well on IOS so we typically have to use it in the shop laptop. But it works great on windows. Alternatives considered [ALLDATA](https://www.capterra.com/p/10010667/Alldata/) Reason for choosing ARI The ability to test the product before committing Review Source MH Michael H. Owner Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "For the price it’s unparalleled!" September 19, 2025 4.0 Overall we are satisfied with the product for the price. I would not pay much more for it before using a service which has better support. Pros It’s an inexpensive alternative to the other shop software. It helps me keep track of our appointments. Cons It’s difficult to use for me. It’s hard to elaborate on the things I like least. However getting to maps from the appts is ridiculous. Requires to many presses. Alternatives considered [Identifix Shop Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/230863/Identifix/) Reason for choosing ARI I chose Ari because I was able to implement without pressured sales teams Review Source AJ Asher J. Owner Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Seamless tool for repair facilities " September 17, 2025 5.0 Pros The ability for my customers, technicians, and service advisors to be on the same page related to the entire process of servicing a vehicle. Cons I don't like that the total profits are easily visible at the bottom of the page for anybody with access to our account can see. Alternatives considered [CDK Global](https://www.capterra.com/p/122988/CDK-Global/) Reason for choosing ARI ARI is easier to implement and use on a mobile platform Review Source TS Tyler S. Automotive Technician Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best Cost Effective Shop Management Software for Independent Shops" April 28, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with ARI has been extremely positive. I run an automotive service business and efficiency matters a lot when you’re balancing estimates, invoicing, customer communication, scheduling, and repair documentation all at once. ARI simplified that process and made everything much easier to manage. Before using it, a lot of time was wasted jumping between different systems or manually keeping track of customer information and repair history. ARI centralized everything into one platform and made the workflow far more streamlined. It helped my business look more professional while also improving organization and saving time every single day. One of the biggest strengths is that it feels built for real world shop workflow instead of being overly complicated. The software is straightforward, fast, and easy to learn while still offering powerful features. The AI tools especially help speed up writing estimates and repair descriptions which saves a surprising amount of time throughout the week. For the price, I honestly think it delivers more value than many larger and more expensive shop management systems. I would absolutely recommend it to independent shops, mobile mechanics, or anyone starting their own automotive business who wants a professional system without spending a ridiculous amount of money. Pros ARI has honestly been one of the best investments for my business. It has saved me a huge amount of time by keeping everything organized in one place instead of bouncing between paperwork, text messages, and multiple programs. The workflow is clean and easy to use, which makes creating estimates, invoices, repair orders, and customer communication fast and professional. The customer portal is a huge advantage because customers can approve estimates online, view invoices, check repair status, and keep track of service history without constant back and forth communication. That alone cuts down wasted time massively. What really surprised me is how useful the AI features are. They speed up writing estimates, repair descriptions, and customer communication to the point where it honestly feels faster and more efficient than some of the larger legacy systems like Mitchell or ProDemand for day to day workflow management. For a smaller shop or mobile business trying to stay efficient without spending a fortune, ARI is extremely cost effective. Overall it helped me operate more professionally while actually reducing stress and saving time. Cons The biggest thing I wish ARI had is the ability to upload or attach videos directly into estimates, inspections, or customer communication. Photos are great, but being able to send customers videos of noises, leaks, suspension movement, or live diagnostic findings would make communication even stronger and help build more customer trust. Other than that, there are a few small areas where additional customization and deeper workflow integrations could improve the experience even more for advanced users, but nothing major enough to outweigh the benefits of the platform. Overall the downsides are minor compared to how much value the software provides. Review Source SC Steven C. Owner Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best choice we ever made" April 30, 2026 5.0 The experiences we have had with ARI has all been positive. We have zero complaints and zero regrets. Pros Our shop loves ARI. It helps us effectively and efficiently keep up with our daily and monthly workflow. The book your own appointment link has been a great resource for getting new jobs from our online advertising. The customer support, don't get me started. \[sensitive content hidden\] and his team are always quick to respond and always help when we have an issue. If it is something the program doesn't yet do, they work it into their next upgrade and poof it now does what I need it to do for my shop to run our way. I think that is the coolest feature of this program. Value for the money is top of the list. I couldn't ask for a better system for the price we pay. Being a very very small shop the value we get for what they charge monthly fits perfectly into our budget. We can't say enough great things about ARI. The program is the best, the customer service is top notch, I wouldn't trade it for the world. We are a very happy team. Cons Don't really have any cons. When we run into an issue, they are quick to point us in the right direction or add the fix to the program. Who could ask for more? Review Source EC Ethan C. Owner and Operator Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Thanks ARI" March 23, 2026 5.0 ARI has greatly increased my ability to grow as a business and helped me learn as a technician and owner. Pros I like the structure of the interface. It makes building a job card from just a parts list and invoice a breeze. Having the labor hours on hand anytime has really help me to stop shooting myself in the foot when quoting jobs. The professional look of the invoices has also help to grow my business from a guy who can fix stuff to That Technician who can fix anything. Cons What I liked least about ARI would be the only down side and that's paying for it! Duh hahhahahahaha Review Source BS Bryan S. Owner Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Owner/tech" April 28, 2026 5.0 I’m satisfied with the over all and the yearly price is low for jobs like us that are struggling getting customers Pros I like it is easy to have all my reports I. One area and that the invoice the customer can pay anywher Cons It cost A lot to hook it up for labor and it cost to send any remember for oil. Change or tire rotation Review Source TS Thomas S. Owner Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Definitely worth the money" April 28, 2026 5.0 I was skeptical going into it especially the fact that its almost a qaurter of what all the other softwares are but was blown away by how easy it is to use aswell as how easily it intergrates with mobile devices so you can take care of qoutes on the go. Pros Ease of management, the vehicle information, the statuses on each work order, and the amount you get for the money spent, and the fact i havent found any bugs or have had any issues. Cons I dont think there is anything i dont like about it, the amount that is offered even for the base software is amazing and i only use about half of it, all my customers love how convenient it all is Review Source kP katia P. owner Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "good for the price " November 6, 2025 5.0 Happy with the overall pricing is very affordable for new shops that can paid expensive as alldata and mitchel one Pros Keep detailed customer records and vehicle history. Features include VIN decoding, license plate scanning, and integration with CarFax for service history reports. Cons Sometimes slow software should be more proactive with the mitchell software still opportunies on improvements Review Source RF Ryan F. Owner and operator Automotive Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Happy clients and very professional App" April 28, 2026 5.0 Very happy with the software, great for record keeping and for customer interactions. Very convenient for me as a owner/operator Pros I like that I can do everything from the App on my phone, I also found it to be easy to use and is very cost effective. Cons The multipoint inspections could be more comprehensive. Could really use more options for online payments. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.