Looking for a Workshop Mate alternative?
If you use Workshop Mate and are weighing up a change, this page sets out how PitlaneHQ differs, where it falls short today, and how a move works. Statements about Workshop Mate come from its own website, with the date we read it.
Correct as of 8 November 2026. Workshop Mate details on this page come from workshopmate.com.au on that date. Check current details with Workshop Mate.
PitlaneHQ prices
| Plan detail | PitlaneHQ | Workshop Mate |
|---|---|---|
| Plans | Starter $109 (5 users), Growth $149 (10), Pro $199 (20), a month inc GST | Not verified |
| Users | Priced by team size; $10/mo per extra user over 20 | Not verified |
| Integrations | Xero and QuickBooks Online on every plan | Charges apply per integrationCorrect as of 08/11/2026. Source: workshopmate.com.au/au/workshop-software-pricing |
| Free trial | 14 days, no card | Not verified |
| Contract | Monthly, no lock-in | No lock-in plansCorrect as of 08/11/2026. Source: workshopmate.com.au/au/workshop-software-pricing |
PitlaneHQ prices include GST. You pay more for extras such as more users, add-on modules, rego lookups (charged per lookup), SMS credits, extra SMS numbers and extra file storage. See PitlaneHQ pricing.
Accounting and parts
PitlaneHQ pushes eligible finalised invoices to Xero or QuickBooks Online, and shows Burson EzyParts prices and availability on the job where enabled. MYOB is not yet available in PitlaneHQ.
Why workshops look at PitlaneHQ
- One job card from quote to invoice. Approved quote lines carry into the job and the invoice.
- Runs in the browser on a desktop, iPad or phone, with nothing to install.
- Modules you turn on and off monthly: Analytics, Multi-Site, Marketing, POS, HR & Payroll, AI and Fleet.
- Data stored in Australia. Microsoft Azure, Australia East (Sydney), with an encrypted backup copy offshore. Where your data lives
- Free data import from any system, and no setup or onboarding fee.
Moving from Workshop Mate
Export your customers, vehicles, suppliers, stock and job history, then send the files to us. Data import is free: we agree with you what comes across and when. Keep Workshop Mate running until you have checked your data. Full switching checklist
Who should stay with Workshop Mate
PitlaneHQ may not suit you yet if you need:
- MYOB (not yet available in PitlaneHQ).
FAQ
- Can I import from Workshop Mate?
- Yes, free. Send us your export and we will agree the scope with you.
- Does PitlaneHQ work with Burson EzyParts?
- Yes, where EzyParts is enabled for the site with its trade account details.
See also PitlaneHQ vs Workshop Mate and all comparisons.