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AutoManager vs Fullbay

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Dealer management with WebManager.

Heavy-duty repair shop software.

The verdict

Both AutoManager and Fullbay are credible automotive tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

AutoManager — Dealer management with WebManager.

Choose Fullbay if you'd rather have a higher overall rating (4.6/5). Heavy-duty repair shop software.

AutoManager vs Fullbay: side by side

DimensionAutoManagerFullbay
Starting priceCustomCustom
Free planNoNo
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forIndependent Dealers, SmbHeavy Duty Repair, Diesel Shops
PlatformsWeb, WindowsWeb
Rating4.1/54.6/5Winner

AutoManager key facts

Vendor
AutoManager
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, Windows
Best for
Independent Dealers, Smb
Editor rating
4.1 / 5
Founded
1987
Headquarters
Glendale, CA, USA

Fullbay key facts

Vendor
Fullbay
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web
Best for
Heavy Duty Repair, Diesel Shops
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2013
Headquarters
Phoenix, AZ, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is AutoManager better than Fullbay?

Neither is universally better — Fullbay edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is AutoManager or Fullbay cheaper?

AutoManager is the more affordable of the two to get started, at custom. AutoManager starts at custom; Fullbay starts at custom.

Can AutoManager replace Fullbay?

Yes for most teams — both are automotive tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.