We’ve narrowed down the leaders in the maintenance management software realm and compared them to help you decide which one works best for your business.
Our comparison is based on user reviews, the websites of the software providers, and aggregated review scores on software advice websites.
The table below lists common features for maintenance management software. Additional detail and a link to each company’s website are listed under headers below the table.
Feature comparison of maintenance management software for manufacturing
eMaint
eMaint is a software as a service that has received numerous awards in recognition of its product and customer support. Gartner’s 2019 Magic Quadrant named eMaint a visionary. Many user reviews mention how easy implementation is. eMaint’s distinguishing feature seems to be its customer support.
Pricing: Free plan for up to 3 users, Basic plan $45 per month per user, Professional plan for $75 per month per user, custom pricing for Enterprise
Reviews:
Capterra: 4.4 stars (533 reviews)
G2: 4.7 stars (145 reviews)
Gartner Peer Insights: 4.6 stars (54 reviews)
MaintainX
MaintainX is another popular solution that has plans for businesses from small to enterprise. It is the most highly rated solution on this list. The software strikes a balance between price, features, and accessibility that make it appealing.
Pricing: Free “Basic” plan for small teams, with rate increases to $8.33 per month per user for essential (for small teams), $32.50 per month per user for premium (best for small to medium businesses), and custom pricing for enterprise
Reviews:
Capterra: 4.7 stars (222 reviews)
G2: 4.8 stars (100 reviews)
Gartner Peer Insights: n/a
Upkeep
Upkeep is a popular solution that aims for simplicity while still offering a wide range of features. It is the most reviewed software on this list by far, boasting nearly three times the user reviews of its nearest competitor while maintaining the second highest aggregate review score.
Pricing: “Community” free plan, Starter plan for $45 per month per user, Professional plan for $74 per month per user, custom pricing for Business Plus (enterprise)
Reviews:
Capterra: 4.7 stars (1223 reviews)
G2: 4.5 stars (534 reviews)
Gartner Peer Insights: 4.6 stars (163 reviews)
How to stay productive while performing maintenance
When one machine goes down for maintenance, you might find yourself looking for ways to maintain productivity or catch back up when it comes online. This situation calls for flexibility, which you can achieve with on-demand labor.
Ops leaders know that when peak season hits, they must be prepared to deliver on promises made to their customers. There’s no industry more familiar with this challenge than the world’s oldest: agriculture.
