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About
The Invoice App Built for Solo Mechanics.
The Simple Tool for Invoices, Customers, and Work Orders.
LoTech is built for solo mechanics — whether you work out of your home garage, a customer's driveway, or on the road. Create professional invoices, track customers, and manage work orders—all in one place. The current market for shop software has many options for the multi-bay garages and the big chains, but they are costly and bloated with features that you don't need. For the individual, these costs can really eat into profits. Lotech is a tool designed to give you the features you need at 1/10 of the price.
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About
Need for Service is a comprehensive management software built specifically for auto repair shops and service centers. It streamlines daily operations by combining job scheduling, digital work orders, and real-time repair status tracking in one platform. Shop owners and technicians can manage customer records, vehicle history, and service appointments efficiently, reducing paperwork and manual errors.
The platform supports invoicing and estimates, allowing staff to generate accurate quotes and bill customers directly through the system. Inventory and parts tracking help shops monitor stock levels, order supplies, and avoid delays caused by missing parts. Built-in communication tools notify customers about repair progress, estimated completion times, and pickup reminders via SMS or email.
Need for Service also offers reporting and analytics features, giving owners insight into shop performance, technician productivity, and revenue trends.
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Platforms Supported
Windows
Supported
Mac
Supported
Linux
Supported
Cloud
Supported
On-Premises
Not Supported
iPhone
Supported
iPad
Supported
Android
Supported
Chromebook
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Platforms Supported
Windows
Not Supported
Mac
Not Supported
Linux
Not Supported
Cloud
Supported
On-Premises
Not Supported
iPhone
Not Supported
iPad
Not Supported
Android
Not Supported
Chromebook
Supported
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Audience
Solo automotive service professionals
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Audience
Need for Service is designed for auto repair shops, service centers, and independent mechanics of all sizes, from single bay garages to multi location operations. It suits shop owners, service managers, and technicians looking to streamline scheduling, work orders, and customer communication. It is also a strong fit for specialty repair businesses such as tire shops, quick lube centers, and body shops that need efficient job tracking, inventory management, and invoicing in one system.
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Support
Phone Support
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24/7 Live Support
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Online
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Support
Phone Support
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24/7 Live Support
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Online
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API
Offers API
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API
Offers API
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Screenshots and Videos |
Screenshots and VideosNo images available
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Pricing
$7.99
Single tier, monthly or annual payments.
Free Version
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Free Trial
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Pricing
$150/month
Free Version
Supported
Free Trial
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Reviews/
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Reviews/
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Training
Documentation
Supported
Webinars
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Live Online
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In Person
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Training
Documentation
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Webinars
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Live Online
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In Person
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Company InformationMechDev
Founded: 2025
United States
www.lotech.app
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Company InformationNeed for Service
Founded: 2021
Estonia
needforservice.app/
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Auto Repair Features
Billing & Invoicing
Supported
CRM
Supported
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
Not Supported
Inventory Management
Not Supported
Labor Rates
Not Supported
Maintenance Scheduling
Not Supported
Parts Management
Not Supported
Quotes / Estimates
Supported
Service History
Not Supported
Vehicle Tracking
Supported
VIN Lookup
Supported
Work Order Management
Supported
Billing and Invoicing Features
Billing Portal
Not Supported
Contact Database
Supported
Contingency Billing
Not Supported
Customer Portal
Not Supported
Customizable Invoices
Supported
Dunning Management
Not Supported
Hourly Billing
Not Supported
Invoice History
Supported
Mobile Payments
Not Supported
Multi-Currency
Not Supported
Online Invoicing
Not Supported
Online Payments
Not Supported
Payment Processing
Not Supported
Project Billing
Not Supported
Recurring/Subscription Billing
Not Supported
Service Ticket Billing
Not Supported
Tax Calculator
Not Supported
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Integrations
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Integrations
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