Hoist vs Auxo vs WorkshopHQ: NZ Workshop Software Comparison 2026

This comparison uses provider pages checked on 28 October 2026. Pricing, inclusions and roadmap items can change, so confirm current provider information before making a purchase decision.

Current published pricing and users

• WorkshopHQ: Starter NZ$59 + GST with 1 user; Growth NZ$79 with 3 users; Pro NZ$99 with 6 users.
• Hoist: NZ$140 + GST with 3 users included; extra users currently published at NZ$10/month each.
• Auxo Workshop: Essentials NZ$99 + GST with 2 users; Pro NZ$199 with 5 users; Elite is currently shown as coming soon at NZ$299 with 7 users.

How the products position themselves

Hoist describes one plan with every feature included, including bookings, job cards, stock, reminders, Xero sync, digital inspections and two-way texting. Auxo positions Essentials and Pro tiers around jobs, invoicing, online bookings, parts, reminders and Xero, with SmartCheck Pro available on qualifying plans. WorkshopHQ uses tiered core plans plus optional add-ons for specialised workflows.

What NZ workshops should compare

• Total price at your actual staff count.
• Job-card and technician experience.
• WOF/CoF and reminder workflow.
• Inventory, suppliers and parts ordering.
• Accounting integration requirements.
• SMS and lookup usage costs.
• Customer portal and online approval needs.
• Data migration and NZ support.

What about webSAM and other Auxo products?

Auxo also markets webSAM, with workshop scheduling, job cards, time clocking, estimates, stock and Xero integration. If you are comparing Auxo Workshop, webSAM or an older system, confirm which product is being quoted and which migration path applies.

Make the decision with a real-job trial

Create the same customer, vehicle, booking, job, quote and invoice in each shortlisted product. Compare how long it takes, what your technicians can do and which extras are required to match your normal workflow.