Comparison

EstVis vs ABW Update

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

EstVis

This app streamlines auto body shop operations by automating repair processes, managing workflow, and optimizing business efficiency. It integrates with estimating systems, facilitates parts ordering, and handles electronic paperwork for a seamless customer experience.

Highlights
  • Workflow control and management
  • Business bottleneck identification
  • Estimate import and VIN scanning
  • Visual staff assignment
  • Contactless service and e-paperwork
  • Quick parts ordering
  • Automatic repair notifications
Features
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The client for EstVis software – one-stop solution that automates and optimizes repair business processes in the body shop, making it easier to deliver high-quality services to your customers. Key features: 1. Control and Manage Workflow at the Body Shop Control and manage current issues at the body shop. The feature allows to stay on top of all ongoing projects, ensuring that everything is running smoothly. Whether it's tracking the progress of a repair job, monitoring the availability of staff or managing the workflow, EstVis provides all-in-one solution that makes it easy to control the body shop's operations. 2. Reveal Bottlenecks and Optimize Your Business By automating various processes and streamlining operations, the app helps to reveal bottlenecks and optimize your business. Whether it's tracking the progress of a repair job, managing the workflow or ordering parts, EstVis provides real-time insights and analytics that help you make informed decisions and drive your business forward. 3. Estimate Repairs Integration EstVis is the ultimate solution for automating the estimating process in your auto repair business. Automatically import cases from the most common estimating systems like CCC, Mitchell and Audatex. Fill in the model, make and year using the built-in VIN scanner. Add the client’s information in one step by scanning the driver's licence. Keep the estimate documentation process simple: take photos of the damage, add preliminary photos and photos for estimate lines, invoices, and vehicle completion reports. Get diagnostic reports automatically imported directly into the case folder on your drive due to the OBDII scanner integration. You can also add notes and special instructions for the repair, making it easier for your technicians to complete the job. 4. Convenient and Visual Staff Assignment EstVis makes it easy to assign staff like estimators, bodytechs, painters and others to various tasks and repair orders. With its intuitive interface and visual schedule and the whole process representation, body shop managers can quickly and easily assign staff, ensuring that all jobs are completed on time and to the highest standards. 5. Contactless Service, Electronic Paperwork & Work Authorizations The feature allows customers to complete all necessary paperwork and authorizations without having to visit the body shop in person, allowing you to start repairing faster and providing a more convenient experience for customers. 6. Quick Parts Ordering Finding and ordering the cheapest parts from vendors can be challenging, but with Estvis you have access to a database of suppliers and pricing information, so you can find the best deals and pre-order parts with just a few clicks. This not only saves you money but also ensures that your parts are always in stock and readily available for delivery. 7. Automatic Notifications During Repair Process To keep customers informed throughout the repair process, EstVis also keeps your clients updated on the progress of their repair job, providing peace of mind and ensuring that they are always in the loop. 8. One-Touch Insurer's Documentation Upload EstVis makes it easy to upload documentation to insurers. With just one touch, body shop managers can upload all necessary documentation, clearly described and optimized in accordance with the insurer's specific requirements and guidelines reducing the risk of errors. 9. Billing & Invoicing Invoicing and billing are also made simple with EstVis. You can quickly generate invoices and process payments, streamlining your financial processes and saving you time and effort. 10. Automatic Follow-Up, Rating Requests, and Up-Sales Software also automates the follow-up process, making it easy for body shop managers to stay in touch with customers and request ratings and up-sales. This feature alone brings an average of $800 for every $100k of sales, helps to build long-lasting relationships with customers and drive repeat business.

About

ABW Update

Features
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ABW Update app will provide Auto Body repair information updates on vehicles. Detailed information about various repair stages, along with vehicle images and messages from the repair facility, can also be available. Great tool to get updates on vehicle repairs throughout the Auto Body repair process.

Screenshots

EstVis4 screens
ABW Update4 screens

Verdict

The call

EstVis and ABW Update are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
EstVis versus ABW Update: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEstVisABW Update
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAK American Investments LLCNorgate Technologies Inc.

In-app purchases

None

EstVis

No in-app purchases

None

ABW Update

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EstVis free?
EstVis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ABW Update free?
ABW Update is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EstVis or ABW Update have ads?
Neither EstVis nor ABW Update shows ads.

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