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AutoLeap vs Shop-Ware: prices and plans side by side (2026)

A plain comparison from each vendor's published pricing pages. We have not tested either product hands-on; book a demo of both and ask for a written quote.

AutoLeapfrom $179/mo

From $179/mo billed annually ($199 month-to-month)

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Shop-Warefrom $279/mo

From $279/mo billed annually, per location

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Key differences

  • AutoLeap starts lower: $179/mo yearly vs Shop-Ware's $279/mo yearly per location.
  • Shop-Ware lists unlimited users on every plan; AutoLeap's FAQ says a login works on one device at a time.
  • Two-way texting: AutoLeap from Pro ($309/mo yearly); Shop-Ware has limited texting on Startup and unlimited from Pro ($389/mo yearly).
  • AutoLeap has a one-time setup fee (amount not published); Shop-Ware says data migration and accounting-integration fees may apply.
AutoLeapShop-Ware
Starting priceFrom $179/mo billed annually ($199 month-to-month)From $279/mo billed annually, per location
Plan 1Essentials
$179 yearly / $199 monthly		Startup
$279 yearly / — monthly
Plan 2Pro
$309 yearly / $349 monthly		Pro
$389 yearly / — monthly
Plan 3Elite
$409 yearly / $449 monthly		Master
$499 yearly / — monthly
Plan 4Enterprise
— yearly / — monthly		Ultimate
$999 yearly / — monthly
DVI✓✓
Parts ordering✓✓
QuickBooks✓?
Payments / text-to-pay✓✓
Two-way text✓✓
Scheduling✓✓
CARFAX✓?
Labor guide✓✓
Inventory✓✓
Unlimited users?✓
Free trialNo free trial; personalized demo (vendor FAQ)No free trial listed; free 15-minute demo
Best forSmall to mid-size shops; also sells its own AI receptionist (AIR)Established shops that want unlimited users and strong analytics

✓ confirmed on vendor site · ? not confirmed. Prices last checked 2026-10-22.

Questions to ask both vendors

  • What is the all-in monthly cost for my number of users and locations?
  • Are there setup, migration or payment-processing fees?
  • Is there a contract or cancellation fee?
  • Can I export all my customer, vehicle and RO history if I leave?
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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, AutoLeap or Shop-Ware?

AutoLeap has the lower published entry price (From $179/mo billed annually ($199 month-to-month)) vs Shop-Ware (From $279/mo billed annually, per location). Add-ons, users and setup fees can change the real bill.

Do AutoLeap and Shop-Ware include unlimited users?

AutoLeap does not state unlimited users on the pages we read; Shop-Ware includes unlimited users.

Do AutoLeap and Shop-Ware offer a free trial?

AutoLeap: No free trial; personalized demo (vendor FAQ). Shop-Ware: No free trial listed; free 15-minute demo.

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