SPC AlignPro™ vs TechApp by Shop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SPC AlignPro™
Access manufacturer alignment specifications for vehicles dating back to 1985. Quickly diagnose and fix alignment and suspension issues with VIN scanning, license plate lookup, and detailed illustrations of adjustment methods and service parts.
- Manufacturer alignment specifications since 1985
- Service parts information
- VIN scanning
- License plate ID lookup
- Alignment adjustment illustrations
- Suspension height specifications
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SPC AlignPro™, by Specialty Products Company, provides manufacturer’s alignment specifications for makes and models since 1985 as well as information on service parts that are available to correct any problems. With a paid subscription to licensed OEM vehicle and parts databases, you will be able to scan a vehicle’s VIN, enter the license plate ID, or pull down the year, make & model to get the information you need to diagnose and correct an alignment problem and many suspension issues. Once your vehicle and preferred specifications have been identified you can quickly see illustrations of alignment adjustment methods and service parts to install. SPC AlignPro™ subscription specifications feature: Front Caster, Camber and Toe Rear Camber and Toe SAI and Turning Angle Suspension Height Specifications and Adjustment Illustrations Ball Joint Specifications Illustrated Methods of Alignment Adjustments Take this mobile app and use it where you need it: your shop, the garage or at the track.
TechApp by Shop
This mobile tool empowers automotive technicians to manage repair jobs directly at the vehicle. It streamlines workflows with real-time progress tracking, detailed findings capture, and customer communication features.
- Real-time job progress tracking
- Detailed findings capture with images/videos
- Picture markup for issue illustration
- Customer-facing digital vehicle experience
- Service approval workflow
- Seamless Shop-Ware integration
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TechApp by Shop-Ware is the only native mobile application crafted with technicians' feedback. It syncs seamlessly with Shop-Ware, an all-in-one cloud-based shop management system that enables automotive repair shops to manage and grow their business. With TechApp’s intuitive and user-friendly interface, technicians can carry out their work directly at the vehicle, streamlining the repair process and enabling customers to get back on the road faster. Download TechApp by Shop-Ware for increased productivity and streamlined communication between technicians, service advisors, and shop customers. Included in the app: * Easily view summary of work, drill into detailed information while performing services, track job progress in real-time, and keep a detailed record of all findings right from one centralized location. * Swiping to the right, techs can easily mark an inspection item green. Swiping left will allow the technician to select yellow or red status, directing the tech to the Findings screen where they can record their findings and add images and/or videos to provide context. * Integrated with the device's native camera, technicians have the full functionality of the phone's camera features to capture the clearest picture from the darkest corner of the undercarriage. * Mark up pictures to show where the issue is and write text explaining it. * Share findings with customers using Shop-Ware’s integrated Digital Vehicle Experience (DVX) — car owners will receive a clear presentation of the work that you have done on their vehicle, along with any urgent repairs and maintenance recommendations prioritized by service advisors. * Receive approvals faster by giving the customer a clear understanding of the priority and urgency of each recommendation. Shop customers are able to quickly approve or decline services without extensive guidance from service advisors. This saves time and showcases the shop’s expertise to their customers. TechApp by Shop-Ware is available on both iOS and iPadOS devices, enabling technicians to work where they are most efficient - directly at the vehicle. DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TechApp by Shop at 4.3 against SPC AlignPro™'s 2.7. TechApp by Shop also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 33%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TechApp by Shop holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of SPC AlignPro™'s written reviews are positive against 50% of TechApp by Shop's.
SPC AlignPro™ ships an update monthly, TechApp by Shop every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on June 1, 2026.
| Parameter | SPC AlignPro™ | TechApp by Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (7 ratings) | 4.3 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 11 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Niwot Corporation | Shop-Ware |
Customer experience
SPC AlignPro™
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In-app purchases
SPC AlignPro™
No in-app purchases
TechApp by Shop
No in-app purchases
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