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Bench vs RepairDesk: Full Comparison

Comparing repair shop software? Here's how Bench stacks up against RepairDesk.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

See how Bench and RepairDesk compare on the features that matter.

Feature
Bench
RepairDesk
Winner
Starting Price
$99/month
$79/month
RepairDesk
Industries Supported
All repair types
Phone/electronics focus
Bench
Customer Portal
Full self-service
Basic tracking
Bench
Text-to-Pay
Included
Available
Tie
SMS Notifications
Included
Included
Tie
B2B Accounts
Full support
Limited
Bench
Setup Time
5 minutes
15+ minutes
Bench
Seasonal Equipment
Storage tracking
Not designed for
Bench
IMEI Tracking
Supported
Specialized
RepairDesk
Parts Quality Tiers
Supported
Advanced
RepairDesk

Choose Bench if you...

  • Repair multiple types of equipment (not just phones)
  • Need strong B2B account management
  • Want a comprehensive customer portal
  • Handle seasonal equipment with storage tracking

Choose RepairDesk if you...

  • Only repair phones and electronics
  • Need advanced IMEI/blacklist checking
  • Run a phone buyback program
  • Want phone-specific parts tier management

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bench better than RepairDesk for phone repair?

RepairDesk was built specifically for phone/electronics repair and has advanced features like IMEI blacklist checking and detailed parts tier management. Bench supports phone repair well but is designed for all repair industries. If you only do phone repair, RepairDesk might be more specialized. If you repair multiple types of equipment, Bench is more flexible.

Can I use Bench for phone and other repairs together?

Yes, this is where Bench shines. Many shops repair phones AND power tools, or electronics AND small appliances. Bench handles all these in one system, while RepairDesk is focused primarily on phone/electronics.

How does pricing compare?

RepairDesk starts at $79/month, Bench at $99/month. Both include core features. RepairDesk has more phone-specific features, while Bench includes broader industry support and a more comprehensive customer portal.

What features does Bench have that RepairDesk doesn't?

Bench offers better B2B account management, storage fee tracking for seasonal equipment, and a more comprehensive customer self-service portal. RepairDesk excels at phone-specific features like buyback programs and IMEI tracking.

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