Comparison

CarParts.com vs Staten Tools

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

Head to head
About

CarParts.com

Access over a million auto parts for your vehicle anytime, anywhere. Ensure perfect fitment with a vehicle selector and find specialized parts for European cars and off-road vehicles. Offers flexible payment options and fast shipping.

Highlights
  • Guaranteed Fitment
  • JC Whitney Performance Hub
  • CarParts Euro for European vehicles
  • CarParts+ Membership benefits
  • Buy Now, Pay Later options
  • Fast Shipping
  • My Garage vehicle collection
  • How-to Guides
Features
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Download the CarParts.com app and get access to over 1 million auto parts anytime, anywhere. Save up to 50% when compared to your local dealership or auto parts store (and save yourself multiple trips!). Get the most out of the CarParts.com experience with some of our favorite app benefits: FITMENT GUARANTEED Say goodbye to guesswork! Our intuitive vehicle selector ensures the perfect fit for your ride. Just enter your VIN or year, make, and model and look for the green "Guaranteed to Fit" checkmark. Boom. The part you buy will perfectly fit your vehicle every time. JC WHITNEY PERFORMANCE HUB Continuing its 110‑year legacy, the JC Whitney Performance Hub delivers quality parts, pro‑grade tools, and top brands for Jeeps, trucks, and off‑road vehicles. Whether you’re repairing, customizing, or gearing up, you’ll find everything you need—right in the app. CARPARTS EURO From daily drivers to enthusiast builds, CarParts Euro helps you find the right fit for your European vehicle. Shop premium parts compatible with makes like BMW, Audi, VW, and more—designed for precision and performance. CARPARTS+ MEMBERSHIP Peace of mind for just $79 a year (or $9/month with a monthly plan, plus taxes). Our CarParts+ members get 24/7 roadside assistance, free shipping on over 500,000 eligible parts, extended 60-day returns, and VIP customer support. It’s easy to join and access your membership in the app. BUY NOW, PAY LATER Urgent repairs but tight on cash? We offer flexible payment options so you can take care of it now and pay your way. FAST SHIPPING Need for speed? Orders arrive in as little as 2 business days to help you get back on the road faster. MY GARAGE Whether you’ve got one daily driver or a whole fleet of cars, collect all your vehicle info in "My Garage" for effortless shopping and a customized experience. HASSLE-FREE RETURNS We make self-service returns simple and seamless. HOW-TO GUIDES We're more than just a parts provider; we're your pit crew. Our auto repair and care guides will help you conquer any DIY job with confidence. MY ACCOUNT Create an account to track orders and enjoy faster checkouts with saved addresses, payment methods, and vehicles. No more digging through your inbox.

About

Staten Tools

This app provides tradesmen with a digital toolkit, AI-powered job assistance, and direct access to a comprehensive store. Manage tool warranties, track job history, and connect with a community of professionals. It offers instant calculations for bends, loads, and forces, plus AI-driven planning.

Highlights
  • Digital protractor (Angle Finder)
  • Bend and load calculation tools
  • AI job estimating and planning
  • Tool registration and warranty management
  • Job history and readings saving
  • In-app store with verified reviews
Features
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Staten Tools — Built for the Trade Staten Tools is the all-in-one app for working tradesmen, bringing your professional toolkit, AI-powered job help, and the full Staten Tools store together in one place. Create your free Staten Tools account to get the complete experience. YOUR STATEN TOOLS ACCOUNT Sign up free and join the Staten Tools community: • Register your tools and manage warranty coverage • Save your bends, readings, and job history across devices • Stay up to date on new products and trade content • Connect with a community of working tradesmen THE FULL STORE Browse and shop the complete Staten Tools catalog right in the app — explore products, read real verified reviews, and check out securely for physical tools and gear shipped to you. PRO TOOLKIT • Angle Finder — turn your phone into a digital protractor for live pipe-bend readings • Bend Calculator — offsets, saddles, and multi-bend math done instantly • Load & Force tools — fast, accurate on-the-job calculations • AI Trade Tools — job estimating and bend-sequence planning BUILT FOR THE TRADE Real reviews from real tradesmen. Whether you're an apprentice or a master electrician, Staten Tools saves time, cuts mistakes, and puts your whole trade workflow in one pocket-sized app. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

CarParts.com4 screens
Staten Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CarParts.com at none against Staten Tools's 4. CarParts.com also leads on ratings volume (39K vs 1). Staten Tools's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads, monetization model and device support 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. Staten Tools sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CarParts.com asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Staten Tools holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CarParts.com has 39K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CarParts.com versus Staten Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCarParts.comStaten Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (39K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings39K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB52 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCarParts.com, Inc.TYLER,OLIVER SHVARTSER

Customer experience

CarParts.com

All ratings39,038 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews313 reviews
Positive46.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative48.9%

Staten Tools

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

CarParts.com

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Website login issues
  • Incorrect parts shipped
  • Delayed or lost deliveries

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improve shipping reliability
  • Enhance return/refund process
  • Fix login and app functionality
  • Provide better customer support

Staten Tools

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

CarParts.com

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Staten Tools

Subscriptions4
  • AI Tools Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Staten Tools Pro Membership$99.991 Year
  • Staten Tools ProX Membership$249.991 Year
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  • Staten Tools Pro Contractor$499.991 Year

Questions

Is CarParts.com free?
CarParts.com is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Staten Tools free?
Staten Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CarParts.com or Staten Tools?
Staten Tools is rated higher. CarParts.com averages 4.8 out of 5 from 39K ratings, while Staten Tools averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do CarParts.com or Staten Tools have ads?
Neither CarParts.com nor Staten Tools shows ads.

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