TOPS Inventory vs IAA Tow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TOPS Inventory
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TOPS Inventory app from TXI Systems. PLEASE READ: This app requires an account in the TowXchange towing dispatch systems TOPS. If you are an existing TowXchange customer, please contact our helpdesk to use the app.
IAA Tow
This mobile dispatch solution helps tow operators receive vehicle dispatch notifications. Users can record inspection data directly from their mobile phones. It streamlines communication for tow-operator partners.
- Receive dispatch notifications
- Record inspection data
- Mobile inspection capabilities
- Streamlined tow operator communication
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IAA Tow is a mobile dispatch solution designed to assist IAA’s network of tow-operator partners. The app receives notifications when vehicles are dispatched to tow operators and allows them to record inspection data using their mobile phone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: IAA Tow at fortnightly against TOPS Inventory's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TOPS Inventory ships an update every 2 months, IAA Tow fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TOPS Inventory | IAA Tow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 19.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 57 MB | 147 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TXI Systems | Insurance Auto Auctions |
Bugs and requests
TOPS Inventory
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
IAA Tow
Reported bugs
15 issues- App constantly crashes
- App resets every time
- App deletes photos after submitted
- Login issues
- App not working
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- Problem with entering payment twice
- Camera blur parameters are ridiculous
- Unable to login
- App says update but no update
- Loaded cars disappear after a few minutes
- 'Go' function does nothing on iOS
- Payment section loses data
- Stopped getting notifications on iPhone X
- Always logging me out
- Tow truck symbol doesn't match
Requested features
16 requests- Dark mode icon support
- More info needs to be filled in
- Vehicles automatically dropping in yard
- Fix payment entry for non-original amounts
- Pictures only, not inventory
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- Don't ask for confirmation after taking picture
- More info from insurance company (pics loaded)
- Cut down on pic loading steps
- Add camera light option for barcode scan
- Always save data with 'clear page' option
- Option to shoot pic of VIN
- Make payments without checks (virtual credit cards)
- Most information pre-filled (VIN, etc.)
- Format like old paper form
- Add VIN and tow operator verification
- Notes section for tow operator
In-app purchases
TOPS Inventory
No in-app purchases
IAA Tow
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is TOPS Inventory free?
Is IAA Tow free?
Do TOPS Inventory or IAA Tow have ads?
Which is updated more often, TOPS Inventory or IAA Tow?
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