# Flat Rate Tech Log: Flag Hours — Mechanic Paycheck & RO Tracker

> Automotive technician app for tracking repair orders, logging work, and generating reports. (iPhone/iPad app by Cesar Ibarra.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flat-rate-tech-log-flag-hours/id6760527094 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cesar Ibarra](https://appshunter.io/developer/1076131150)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-10-06
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flat-rate-tech-log-flag-hours/id6760527094/reviews.md

## What is Flat Rate Tech Log?

Your shop's system tracks hours for the dealer. Flat Rate Tech Log tracks them for YOU.

Every flat rate technician knows the feeling: payday comes, the check looks short, and you have no way to prove it. A missed diag, a warranty line that never got flagged, a comeback that ate your time. Those hours add up to real money.

Flat Rate Tech Log gives you your own accurate record of every repair order and every flagged hour, so you can check your paycheck with confidence.

KNOW WHAT YOU EARNED
- See your flagged hours for the current pay period at a glance
- Set your hourly rate and see your estimated earnings
- Weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly pay periods
- Compare your totals against your pay stub before it's too late to dispute
- Get reminders before each pay period closes

LOG FAST, RIGHT FROM THE BAY
- Log a repair order in seconds
- Add multiple work items to the same RO
- Track diagnostic and repair hours separately
- Save job templates for the work you do most
- Scan VIN numbers with your camera
- Attach photos to each repair order
- Check your hours and earnings from Home Screen widgets

PROOF WHEN YOU NEED IT
- Reports by week, pay period, or any custom date range
- Export professional PDF reports of your flagged hours
- Closed repair orders are locked in read-only mode for reliable records
- Your data syncs securely across your devices with iCloud

Built by someone who has worked in the dealership world, for technicians who want to protect every hour they earn.

SUBSCRIPTION
Flat Rate Tech Log offers Monthly Access and Yearly Access as auto-renewable subscriptions. Yearly Access includes a 1-week free trial for new subscribers.

Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://cesaribarra.net/terms-of-use-end-user-license-agreement/
Privacy Policy: https://cesaribarra.net/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Track repair orders
- Log work items
- Scan VIN numbers
- Attach photos to orders
- Generate PDF reports
- View activity summaries

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Weekly Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flat-rate-tech-log-flag-hours/id6760527094/reviews.md

### 4/5 — A great start

*2026-05-20*

The best solution available right now for a digital technicians logbook. My only complaint is that the pay periods are automatically set for 1st-15 and 16th-30th, it would be nice to be able to define your own pay periods as many shops have different schedules.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback and for the kind words — it really means a lot! You made a great point, not every shop follows the same pay schedule. We're already working on letting you set your own pay period dates, and it'll be in the next update. Appreciate your support! 🙏

### 3/5 — Off to a good start, but could use some key features

*2026-05-16*

I like the VIN scanner and the option to upload photos on any given job. I also found the format where it’s RO based and not with every job helpful. 

The features that this app could use are device syncing, a way to save common jobs,  and a way to calculate in dollars how much money you made.

It is very tedious to manually type every single job line, every single time, every single RO. There should be a way to save common jobs and their book time (e.g. oil changes, brakes, recalls, etc) and auto select.

Next is that ROs on my phone do not show up on my tablet. Neither is there a desktop version of this app to use with my laptop. This I find is very limiting on what you can use the app for.

Overall I’m still on the fence as to whether I’ll keep this app and keep paying for it. If they had at least one of these features I mentioned I’d be a lot more inclined to keep it.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the detailed feedback! We're glad you're enjoying the VIN scanner, photo uploads, and RO-based format.

We hear you on the missing features — saved job templates, an earnings calculator, and multi-device sync are all actively in the works and coming in a future update.

We appreciate your support and hope to earn your long-term trust with these improvements! 🙏

## Frequently asked questions about Flat Rate Tech Log

### How does Flat Rate Tech Log help automotive technicians?

Flat Rate Tech Log streamlines the process of tracking repair orders, logging labor entries, and attaching photos. It aims to organize shop workflow and reduce reliance on paper notes for better record-keeping.

### What subscription options are available for Flat Rate Tech Log?

Flat Rate Tech Log offers auto-renewable subscriptions for Weekly access at $1.99/week, Monthly access at $3.99/month, and Yearly access at $24.99/year. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### Can I cancel my Flat Rate Tech Log subscription?

Yes, subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions through your App Store account settings after purchase.

### What devices support Flat Rate Tech Log?

Flat Rate Tech Log is designed for use on both iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible for technicians on various Apple mobile platforms.

### How often is Flat Rate Tech Log updated?

The latest version of Flat Rate Tech Log is 1.3.0, and it was last updated on June 10, 2026. This indicates regular maintenance and feature additions from the developer.

### What is the age rating for Flat Rate Tech Log?

Flat Rate Tech Log has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals who may be learning about automotive tasks.

### Does Flat Rate Tech Log have ads?

No, Flat Rate Tech Log does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing users to focus on their work without interruptions.

### What kind of reports can I generate with Flat Rate Tech Log?

Flat Rate Tech Log allows you to export professional PDF reports detailing hours flagged for specific repair orders. This feature helps in clear documentation and billing for services rendered.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2026-09-29

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.3.1 — 2026-08-27

What's New in 1.3.1

• Home Screen Widget — See your flag hours, earnings, and open Repair Orders at a glance without opening the app. Available in small and medium sizes.

• Pay Period Reminders — Get notified at 8:00 AM on the last day of your pay period so you never miss closing your Repair Orders on time.

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.3.0 — 2026-06-10

What's New in 1.3.0

• Redesigned Home Screen — A cleaner, faster interface with your key stats front and center: open repair orders, hours, and earnings for the current pay period.

• Smarter Earnings Tracking — Hours from open Repair Orders now count toward your current pay period. Earnings are calculated once an RO is closed, so your numbers are always accurate.

• Compact Repair Order Cards — Cleaner list view that shows what matters at a glance.

• Performance improvements and UI polish throughout the app.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-05-25

What's New in 1.2.0

• Custom Pay Periods — Define your own pay period schedule: Weekly, Biweekly, Semimonthly, or Monthly, with custom start dates to match your shop's payroll.
• Quick Template Search — Search your Job Templates directly from the Load Template screen.
• Create Templates on the fly — Add new Job Templates without leaving the New Work Item form.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-05-19

What's New in 1.1.0

- Job Templates — Save your most common jobs and load 
  them instantly on any Repair Order.
- Earnings Calculator — Set your hourly rate in Settings 
  and see exactly how much you've made per pay period.
- iCloud Sync — Your Repair Orders now sync automatically 
  across all your iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.
- Search in Job Templates for quick access.
- UI improvements and performance fixes.

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