Comparison

Northgate Connect vs Cloud Active Reception

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

Head to head
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Northgate Connect

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Cloud Active Reception

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CAR is a management software that digitizes workshops, dealers and automotive groups. It automates internal processes, improves communication with the client and integrates with the already operative systems for efficient after-sales management. Divided into functional blocks, CAR covers and digitizes all workshop steps from creating an appointment to returning the vehicle, including a CRM module that enhances customer loyalty. For this, we have a multi-device model with tablets for receptions, repairs and returns and a Back Office for management and administration tasks. The information between both devices flows in real time, thus improving inter-departmental communication. CAR is compatible with all types of vehicles and workshops, automotive groups, car sharing companies, car washes and more. In addition, it can work standalone or through integrations with the systems already operational in each workshop (DMS, ERP, budgeting, accounting, etc.). Advantages of CAR · Digitization and automation of processes. · Data collection + reporting + customizable KPIs. · Optimization of communication with the end client. · Optimal user experience. · Control over the flows and staff of the workshop. · Optimization of the aftersales cycle. · Group / Brand control over your entire network. · Multi-device and responsive system. · Contactless technology. · Multi-channel: notifications via email, phone, app, internal channel... · 24/7 option: possibility of self-receptions. · Access to all data and information updated and in real time. · Personalized product per customer. · Multi-language: available in 10 languages. Technical specifications: Wifi · WPA and WPA2 secured. · Credentials for network access. · Good coverage on working areas. Don’t hesitate to contact us for further information: info@cloudactivereception.com +34 93 872 29 99

Screenshots

Northgate Connect3 screens
Cloud Active Reception3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Cloud Active Reception at 3 against Northgate Connect's 1. Cloud Active Reception also leads on iOS requirement (15.3 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Northgate Connect ships an update every 2 weeks, Cloud Active Reception monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Northgate Connect versus Cloud Active Reception: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNorthgate ConnectCloud Active Reception
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB88 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNorthgateINFORSERVEIS S.L.U.

In-app purchases

None

Northgate Connect

No in-app purchases

None

Cloud Active Reception

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Northgate Connect free?
Northgate Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cloud Active Reception free?
Cloud Active Reception is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Northgate Connect or Cloud Active Reception have ads?
Neither Northgate Connect nor Cloud Active Reception shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Northgate Connect or Cloud Active Reception?
Northgate Connect ships an update every 2 weeks, and Cloud Active Reception monthly. Most recently, Northgate Connect was updated on October 7, 2026 and Cloud Active Reception on September 30, 2026.

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