# COSTAR mobile

> Mobile companion for COSTAR Shop Management System for automotive repair. (iPhone/iPad app by Costar.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/costar-mobile/id1127491242 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Costar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1124229113)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-05
- Data updated: 2026-07-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/costar-mobile/id1127491242/reviews.md

## What is COSTAR mobile?

View your work orders, take pictures, scan VIN’s, complete vehicle inspections and more.  All from the COSTAR Mobile app which is tightly integrated with your existing COSTAR Shop Management System
The COSTAR Mobile app is and add on product, developed by COSTAR, to extend the functionality of your COSTAR Shop Management Software.
COSTAR Mobile provides In-Bay functionality allowing your technicians and service advisors to be more productive.  
        -Barcode VIN scanning to quickly capture the 17-character VIN.
        -Take vehicle photos and save them with the Work Order.
        -Have the Technician enter in the vehicles license plate number, odometer, and colour; or snap a few quick photos so the Service Advisor can enter them later.  No more trying to read messy hand writing.
        -When you’re ready, go paperless.  COSTAR Mobile is designed to provide a paperless work flow from your Shop’s front counter into the Service Bays. 
        -Technicians can view all the Work Orders that are assigned to them.
        -Technicians can complete assigned vehicle inspection forms, attach photos and enter in their comments, by text or voice.  
        -All photos, inspections and Technician comments are automatically returned to the Shop’s front counter for review by the Service Advisor and then presentation to the customer. 
        -Build customer confidence by presenting professional full color inspections forms to your customers clearly showing suggested and required work, including technician comments and photos.
        -All information is attached and saved with the COSTAR Repair Order for future reference
For more information: Contact COSTAR Customer Service.

System Requirements:  COSTAR Mobile requires you to be running COSTAR Windows desktop Shop Management Software V5.2 or higher and have a COSTAR Mobile subscription. 

About COSTAR Computer Systems:  Established in 1975, COSTAR Computer Systems specializes in providing software solutions to Retail Tire Stores and Automotive Repair shops in the Automotive Aftermarket and to Tire Wholesale Distributors.  We have a passion for what we do and provide the finest and most comprehensive products in these industries, all backed by our fanatical customer service.
COSTAR Windows desktop software modules include Retail Point of Sale, Appointment Scheduling, Online Appointment Scheduling, Vehicle Inspections, Customer History, Customer Follow-up, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Pricing, Wholesale Point of Sale, Wholesale Online Web Ordering, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables, General Ledger, and Reporting.

The COSTAR Mobile app is a companion product, developed by COSTAR, to extend the functionality of the COSTAR Retail Tire and Automotive Shop Management Software.

REQUIREMENTS:
1.	Camera: 8 MP or higher
2.	Tablets: 7.9” or larger
3.	Wireless and Cellular Internet: WIFI 802.11n or faster / 4G cellular network or faster
4.	COSTAR Shop Management Software V5.2 or higher
5.	COSTAR Mobile In-Bay Licensing and Activation required
6.	Contact COSTAR Technical support for more information

## Key features

- View and manage work orders
- Scan VINs via barcode
- Capture vehicle photos
- Perform digital vehicle inspections
- Go paperless with digital workflows
- Voice and text input for comments

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/costar-mobile/id1127491242/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No French

*2024-06-20, version 5.6.87*

Plus de langue française depuis tout de suite !

### 3/5 — overall good

*2021-07-22, version 5.2.0.360*

Interface is good and simple to use, however screen rotation doesn’t work on iPhone, would be nice if it could be added.

## Frequently asked questions about COSTAR mobile

### What is COSTAR mobile?

COSTAR mobile is an add-on product designed to extend the functionality of the COSTAR Shop Management Software. It allows technicians and service advisors to manage work orders, perform vehicle inspections, and capture photos directly from their mobile devices.

### What are the system requirements for COSTAR mobile?

To use COSTAR mobile, you need COSTAR Windows desktop Shop Management Software V5.2 or higher and a COSTAR Mobile subscription. The app also requires a device with a camera (8 MP or higher), a tablet size of 7.9” or larger, and a stable internet connection (WIFI 802.11n or faster / 4G cellular network or faster).

### Can COSTAR mobile be used without the COSTAR Shop Management System?

No, COSTAR mobile is a companion product that requires you to be running COSTAR Windows desktop Shop Management Software V5.2 or higher. It is designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing COSTAR system.

### How does COSTAR mobile improve technician productivity?

COSTAR mobile provides in-bay functionality, allowing technicians to view assigned work orders, complete inspections digitally, capture photos, and enter comments via text or voice. This streamlines the workflow and reduces the need for paper-based processes.

### How does COSTAR mobile benefit service advisors?

Service advisors can review inspections, photos, and technician comments directly from the mobile app, which are automatically returned to the front counter. This allows for professional presentation of suggested and required work to customers, building confidence.

### Does COSTAR mobile support VIN scanning?

Yes, COSTAR mobile features barcode VIN scanning to quickly capture the 17-character VIN. This ensures accurate vehicle identification and reduces manual data entry errors.

### Is COSTAR mobile available on all devices?

COSTAR mobile is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to work on tablets 7.9” or larger and requires specific system software versions and internet connectivity.

### How often is COSTAR mobile updated?

The latest version of COSTAR mobile is 5.7.134, last updated on March 21, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support for the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.7.153 — 2026-07-28

Minor updates and bug fixes.

### 5.7.134 — 2026-03-21

Minor updates and bug fixes.

### 5.7.102 — 2025-09-20

Minor updates and bug fixes.

### 5.7.9 — 2025-05-06

Minor updates and bug fixes.

### 5.6.116 — 2025-01-21

Minor updates and bug fixes.

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