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What is Hoist?

Hoist is a cloud-based workshop management solution purpose-built for New Zealand automotive businesses. It helps workshops move away from fragmented systems and paper-based processes. Jobs are managed digitally from start to finish, giving staff clear visibility and control. Automated invoicing reduces admin workload and speeds up payment collection. Hoist’s Xero integration ensures accounting data stays synchronized without manual reconciliation. Payment integrations with EFTPOS providers make checkout fast and reliable. Vehicle lookup features help workshops access critical vehicle information instantly. Automated customer notifications improve communication and professionalism. By reducing errors and saving time, Hoist allows workshop owners to focus on growth instead of admin. The platform is designed to scale with businesses as they grow. Hoist is supported locally with onboarding and ongoing support. It’s a modern solution built specifically for the realities of Kiwi workshops.

What is GarageHive?

Garage Hive is a comprehensive cloud-based management system tailored for automotive repair shops and multi-location garages, focusing on streamlining workshop operations, improving customer interactions, and consolidating essential business activities into one cohesive platform. This innovative solution includes functionalities such as real-time work diaries, job scheduling, checklists, and inventory management, all accessible via desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. It also offers online booking capabilities that synchronize with the live schedule, providing automated confirmation notifications and enabling customers to approve estimates online, complete with images and detailed descriptions. Furthermore, Garage Hive manages reminders for MOTs, services, and other important maintenance events, while also offering features like MOT history checks and electronic vehicle health assessments. The platform effectively combines accounting tools with its built-in bookkeeping system as well as integrates with third-party services such as Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks, and is equipped with advanced custom reporting and business intelligence tools to monitor key performance indicators like average invoice value and gross profit. In essence, Garage Hive stands out as an indispensable tool for garages eager to boost their productivity and enhance operational effectiveness while adapting to the ever-evolving demands of the automotive industry. This resource not only streamlines daily tasks but also empowers garages to deliver superior service to their clients.

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Integrations Supported

Xero
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
QuickBooks Online
Sage Intacct
Verifone

Integrations Supported

Xero
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
QuickBooks Online
Sage Intacct
Verifone

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$75/month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

$194.06 per month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Hoist Software

Date Founded

2023

Company Location

New Zealand

Company Website

hoist.nz

Company Facts

Organization Name

GarageHive

Date Founded

2016

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

garagehive.co.uk

Categories and Features

Auto Repair

Billing & Invoicing
CRM
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
Inventory Management
Labor Rates
Maintenance Scheduling
Parts Management
Quotes / Estimates
Service History
VIN Lookup
Vehicle Tracking
Work Order Management

Automotive CRM

Call Logging
Contact Management
Customer Support
Inventory Management
Lease Management
List Management
Marketing Automation
Product Catalog
Quotes / Proposals
Service Department Management
Showroom Management
Territory Management

Categories and Features

Auto Body

Accounting Management
Billing & Invoicing
Customer Database
Inventory Control
Labor Rates
Maintenance Scheduling
Parts Management
Payroll Management
Quotes / Estimates
Scheduling
Service History
VIN Decoder
Vehicle Tracking
Work Order Management

Auto Repair

Billing & Invoicing
CRM
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
Inventory Management
Labor Rates
Maintenance Scheduling
Parts Management
Quotes / Estimates
Service History
VIN Lookup
Vehicle Tracking
Work Order Management

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