Track parts, manage suppliers, and automate stock alerts in an AI-powered system built with AI to fit your shop's specific workflow.




Customize your auto repair shop inventory software setup with the exact parts logs and views your team needs. Add features as workflows evolve.






Connect parts lists, vendor catalogs, and work orders with real-time sync—or manage everything in Softr Databases. Create a single source of truth for your business.
Give each mechanic and manager the right tools and access. Set up secure logins, user groups, and granular permissions—no IT support or dev work needed.
Give mechanics mobile views to log parts usage and managers detailed dashboards for stock forecasting, so each role sees just what they need.
Give mechanics mobile views to log parts usage and managers detailed dashboards for stock forecasting, so each role sees just what they need.
Streamline your shop with Softr Workflows. Trigger native notifications for low stock or status changes on parts orders to keep your bays running smoothly.
Access and update your inventory on the go from the shop floor. All repair shop internal tools are mobile-ready out of the box.
Use Google or email logins to give your technicians fast, secure access to the parts database—no IT tickets or complex passwords needed.
Keep your vendor and parts data safe with SOC2 and GDPR compliance, plus fine-tuned access control to prevent unauthorized stock adjustments.
No more one-size-fits-all tools or costly custom builds. Softr is easy to use and fully customizable, so you can launch faster, adapt as you grow, and skip the complexity of traditional software.

Build your auto repair shop inventory software in minutes with AI—no manual configuration or setup needed.

Add features like usage reporting, vendor tracking, or automated reorders as your shop grows—no rebuild needed.

Start with inventory tracking, then add client portals or service dashboards—all in one place with Softr.
Co-build with AI
Simply describe what you need. Let Softr handle everything - Interface, database, workflows.
Iterate with AI or visually
Control most critical parts of your app yourself - roles, permissions, security.
Ship the same day
Invite team members or external clients and partners right away. No developer handover.
Use drag-and-drop blocks to build a portal that looks sleek and modern out of the box. Add only the features you need, and iterate as your workflows evolve.




Auto repair shop inventory software is a secure digital hub where shop owners and mechanics can track parts, supplies, and equipment in real-time. It keeps all your stock levels, vendor information, and order histories in one place, so you don't have to rely on manual spreadsheets or paper notebooks. This makes it easier to prevent stockouts of critical parts like brake pads or oil filters and provides a more professional experience for your technicians and customers.
Softr is the first AI-native platform for building business software, making it easy to create inventory management that fits the specific flow of your garage. You can describe your shop's needs to the AI Co-Builder to instantly generate your parts database, restocking pages, and low-stock logic—already connected and secure.
You don't need to code anything. You can start by generating with AI, using an inventory template, or building from scratch. Everything runs on Softr Databases, the native database built into the platform, or you can connect external tools like Airtable or Google Sheets where you might already track VINs and parts. You have full control to adjust the layout visually, decide which mechanics can update stock, and brand it with your shop's logo. It's quick to get up and running, simple to update when you add new services, and flexible enough to grow with multiple shop locations.
You can include a wide range of features in your inventory software, depending on how your shop operates. A great inventory app usually mixes functional tracking blocks with AI-powered intelligence:
- AI-Powered Intelligence – Use Ask AI to let your team query stock levels conversationally, or set up Database AI Agents to automatically research alternative part numbers or find the best market prices for specialized components.
- Vibe Coding Blocks – Build custom UI elements—like a barcode scanner interface for incoming shipments—using the AI Code block to "vibe code" exactly what your floor staff needs.
- Softr Workflows – Build native automations (like an automatic low-stock alert) that trigger emails to your manager or sync with your vendor's system whenever a part count hits a minimum threshold.
- User Portals & Logins – Securely manage access so service advisors can see availability, while only the shop manager can authorize new purchase orders.
- Forms & Data Collection – Capture information with custom part-order forms, photo uploads for damaged items, and logic to select specific vehicle makes.
- Dashboards & Charts – Visualize your inventory turnover and part costs with real-time charts showing your most used oil types or filter brands.
- Lists & Advanced Filtering – Display and manage your parts with searchable tables, kanban boards for pending orders, and detailed views for specific SKU specifications.
Everything is built using Softr's drag-and-drop blocks without writing code. Use the Vibe Coding block for tailored shop components, and easily update the app as you expand your service offerings.
Vibe coding is all about moving fast and using AI to build exactly what your shop needs. You can "vibe code" auto repair shop inventory software in Softr by simply describing your stock tracking requirements to the AI Co-Builder. Softr then generates a production-ready app on top of a stable, secure foundation.
Unlike other tools that just generate raw, fragile code, Softr handles the "boring 80%"—like technician authentication, parts database logic, and permissions—natively. This means you get the speed of vibe coding without the headache of managing raw code in the middle of a busy workday. You describe your inventory workflow, Softr builds it, and it’s ready for your mechanics to use on the shop floor instantly.
Yes. You can manage multiple shop locations or specialized teams (like tires vs. diagnostics) in a single portal. Each user only sees the parts and warehouse data assigned to their specific branch, based on their login and role. This is useful for multi-location repair businesses or franchises that need to centralize oversight while keeping daily operations localized.
Yes, you can. You don't need to have a pre-existing part list to start building with Softr. If you're starting from scratch, you can use Softr Databases, which is built into the platform and integrates perfectly with your inventory application.
But if you already have stock lists in tools like Airtable, Google Sheets, HubSpot, or even a SQL database, you can connect those too. You can also use the REST API connector to bring in price feeds from your favorite parts distributors. Either way, you have full control over how your part numbers, quantities, and costs are structured and displayed.
Softr Databases is the recommended native, relational data source for your inventory software. It is built explicitly for business apps, offering the performance and instant automation triggers needed to update stock levels the second a part is pulled from the shelf.
If you already have your inventory elsewhere, Softr connects to 17+ external data sources like Airtable, Google Sheets, and BigQuery. You can even integrate multiple data sources—so your app could pull part descriptions from Softr Databases and pricing from HubSpot. Most sources support real-time, two-way sync, so any changes made on the shop floor stay in sync with your back-office systems automatically.
Yes, Softr gives you full control over how your staff experiences the inventory portal. You can customize the layout and navigation to match your shop's specific workflow. Each block can be shown or hidden based on the user's role, so a mechanic sees a simple "Pull Part" button while a manager sees the full financial dashboard.
You can set up different roles, such as Technician, Shop Manager, or Owner—and define exactly what each role can view or edit. For example, mechanics can only update quantities, while owners can edit part costs and vendor details. You can also create personalized views that filter the inventory list based on the specific repair bay assigned to the user.
This customization is essential for keeping your inventory accurate and your financial data secure. It helps keep the mobile experience clean for use on tablets in the garage.
Yes, you can fully white-label your inventory software in Softr. You can use your own logo, shop brand colors, fonts, and a custom domain (like stock.yourgarage.com) to make the app feel like a professional tool developed specifically for your team. You can also remove all Softr branding, so your employees and stakeholders only see your company's identity throughout the experience.
Yes, you can. Softr gives you total flexibility to control the design of your inventory management tool. You can adjust colors, fonts, and spacing to match your shop's brand. You can also choose how parts are displayed and decide which blocks your staff sees first when they log in to check stock.
To display your inventory data, you can add various blocks based on your needs:
- Table blocks – to show a dense list of part numbers, sizes, and compatibility
- List or Card blocks – to highlight parts with images for quick visual identification
- Detail View – to show comprehensive info for a single part, like vendor history and past usage
- Forms – for logging incoming stock or reporting damaged goods
- Charts – to track inventory value over time or technician part usage
- Calendar blocks – to display expected delivery dates for backordered parts
If your inventory needs change, it's easy to make updates right in the visual builder without downtime for your shop.
Softr is built with security in mind. All your parts data and shop records are encrypted in transit and at rest, hosted on secure infrastructure. Softr apps give you full control over permissions, allowing you to set up role-based access so sensitive cost data remains visible only to authorized personnel.
For apps using Softr Databases, your inventory is stored in a secure environment with SOC 2 Type II compliance. For apps connected to external sources like Airtable or SQL, Softr doesn't store your data locally—it simply displays it in real-time based on the access settings you define. This ensures that your inventory levels and vendor contacts are protected by modern security best practices.
It is fully production-ready. Unlike many AI tools that just generate custom code that crashes when your shop gets busy, Softr builds your inventory software on top of a stable, business-grade foundation.
We handle the "boring 80%"—like secure logins for your mechanics and granular stock permissions—natively. This solves the reliability problem: you get the speed of instant AI generation with a system that is secure, scalable, and ready for your team to use on the shop floor from day one.
Softr is the first AI-native platform for building business software. Unlike traditional no-code tools that require hours of manual configuration, or basic spreadsheet apps, Softr's AI Co-Builder creates an inventory system tailored to auto repair on a secure, production-ready foundation.
The hybrid advantage is key: use AI to generate your parts database and app logic in minutes, then use visual controls to tweak the interface for your mechanics. You get AI speed combined with business-grade features like user roles and permissions already built-in. It's designed for shop owners who want professional software without hiring a developer.
Yes. Softr supports powerful native workflows and wide integrations so you can connect your inventory to your entire shop operation. You can automate tasks like sending a Slack notification when a high-demand part is low or syncing with Stripe for parts sales. Softr also supports REST API and webhooks for advanced connection to diagnostic software.
Whether you need to trigger a reorder with a vendor or update your service management system with new stock data, you can build these automations directly into your inventory portal without writing a single line of code.
Describe what you need. Softr's AI builds your inventory management system in minutes.