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# Compare MechanicDesk vs ARI

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> Detailed comparison between MechanicDesk and ARI. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | MechanicDesk | ARI |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 41 | 600 |
| **Starting Price** | US$45.00 | US$39.99 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online | In Person, Live Online, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### MechanicDesk

Automotive workshops, mechanical workshops, electrical workshops, and marine workshops.

### ARI

The tool simplifies business management for car repair shops, mobile mechanics, auto body shops, auto glass shops, truck repair, marine repair, motorcycle repair, and bicycle repair shops.

## Key features

### MechanicDesk

- Accounting
- Billing & Invoicing
- CRM
- Inventory Management
- Job Tracking
- Labor Rates
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Quotes/Estimates
- Service History
- VIN Lookup
- Work Order Management

### ARI

- Accounting
- Billing & Invoicing
- CRM
- Chat/Messaging
- Customer Database
- Document Management
- Employee Scheduling
- Employee Time Clock
- Inventory Management
- Job Tracking
- Labor Cost Reporting
- Labor Rates
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Point of Sale (POS)
- Quotes/Estimates
- Reminders
- Scheduling
- Service History
- VIN Lookup
- Work Order Management

## Links

- [View MechanicDesk Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/169669/mechanicdesk)
- [View ARI Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/201737/ari)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/169669/201737/mechanicdesk/vs/ari)

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