PitlaneHQ vs MechanicDesk
A modern alternative with integrated marketing, SMS messaging, lead capture, and multi-site management built for growing Australian workshops.
Feature Comparison
Feature-by-Feature Breakdown
See exactly where PitlaneHQ and MechanicDesk differ across every major workshop management feature.
| Feature | PitlaneHQ | MechanicDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Job Management | ||
| Invoicing & Payments | ||
| Quoting with PDF | ||
| Online Booking / Diary | ||
| Stock Management | ||
| Supplier Integration (Napa/Repco/Burson) | ||
| HR & Payroll | ||
| SMS & RCS Messaging | ||
| Lead Capture & CRM | ||
| Zapier / API Integration | ||
| Multi-Site Management | ||
| Analytics & Reports | ||
| Digital Vehicle Inspection | ||
| Text2Pay Invoicing | ||
| Mobile Responsive | ||
| Xero / MYOB / QuickBooks Sync |
Why Switch
Where PitlaneHQ Excels
Key areas where PitlaneHQ provides capabilities that MechanicDesk does not offer.
Modern, Intuitive Interface
PitlaneHQ is built with React 19 and modern web technologies. Every screen is designed for speed and clarity, with dark mode, drag-and-drop, and mobile-responsive layouts.
Integrated SMS & Marketing
Send SMS, MMS, and RCS messages directly from PitlaneHQ. Capture leads from your website, run automated follow-ups, and track marketing campaigns all in one place.
Lead Capture System
Built-in lead capture with API keys, Zapier integration, UTM tracking, and a full pipeline management system. Convert website visitors into booked jobs.
True Multi-Site Support
Manage multiple workshop locations from a single account. Per-site phone numbers, stock levels, staff, and reporting with cross-site job sharing.
Pricing
Transparent, Modular Pricing
PitlaneHQ offers modular pricing so you only pay for what you use. No hidden fees.
PitlaneHQ
$99/mo AUD
Base plan, then add modules as needed
- Base: $99/mo (jobs, invoicing, quoting, diary, stock)
- Analytics: +$29/mo
- Multi-Site: +$49/mo
- Marketing & SMS: +$29/mo
- HR & Payroll: +$39/mo
- Point of Sale: +$19/mo
MechanicDesk
Contact for pricing
Pricing varies by plan and features
- Multiple plan tiers available
- Feature set varies by plan
- Contact sales for current pricing
Easy Migration
Switching Is Simple
Moving from MechanicDesk to PitlaneHQ is straightforward. We make the transition as smooth as possible.
Export Data
Export your customer and vehicle data from MechanicDesk
Import to PitlaneHQ
Use our CSV import tools to bring in your customers, vehicles, and stock
Go Live
Start managing jobs in PitlaneHQ with your existing data intact
Ready to Make the Switch?
Start your free 14-day trial. No credit card required. Import your data and see the difference.