Looking for a\nShopmonkey Alternative?
Get everything Shopmonkey offers—plus AI diagnostics, free labor times, and unlimited users—at a fraction of the cost. No per-user fees, no surprise charges.
Auto Shop Base vs Shopmonkey
Side-by-side feature comparison
| Feature | S Auto Shop Base | SH Shopmonkey |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $100 /month | $179+ /month |
| Unlimited Users | ✓ | $20/user extra |
| Digital Vehicle Inspections | ✓ | ✓ |
| Customer Text Approvals | ✓ | Add-on |
| 2-Way SMS Messaging | ✓ | Add-on |
| Parts Integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI Diagnostics | ✓ | ✗ |
| Free Labor Time Lookup | ✓ | ✗ |
| Bay Management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Customer Portal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multi-Location Support | ✓ | Enterprise only |
| API Access | ✓ | Pro plan+ |
| No Long-Term Contract | ✓ | ✗ |
Why Shops Switch to Auto Shop Base
No Per-User Fees
Shopmonkey charges $20/month per additional user. With Auto Shop Base, add your whole team at no extra cost.
AI Diagnostics Included
Built-in AI helps techs diagnose issues faster. Symptom analysis and DTC lookup at no additional charge.
Free Labor Times
Integrated with Open Labor Project—free labor time lookup for any repair. No Mitchell subscription needed.
2-Way Texting Included
Text customers directly from the app. No add-on fees like Shopmonkey charges.
Actually Fast
No spinning wheels or slow page loads. Auto Shop Base is built for speed because your time matters.
No Contracts
Month-to-month billing. Cancel anytime. No 12-month commitment required.
Switching is Easy
Most shops are up and running in less than a day
Export Your Data
Export customer and vehicle data from Shopmonkey
Import to Auto Shop Base
Our team helps you import everything—free of charge
Start Working
Your shop is ready to go. Train your team in minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Auto Shop Base offers all the core features of Shopmonkey—digital inspections, customer approvals, parts integration, and more—at a significantly lower price. Plus, we include unlimited users, AI diagnostics, and free labor time lookup at no extra charge.
Ready to Make the Switch?
Try Auto Shop Base Free for 30 Days
No credit card required. No sales calls. Just better shop software at a better price.
✓ Free forever ✓ No credit card ✓ All features included