RigBooks vs QuickBooks Online
QuickBooks Online is general accounting software. RigBooks is invoicing and shop software built for truck and trailer repair: unit #, VIN, odometer and mechanic ID are on every invoice, and it costs one flat $39 a month for the whole shop.
Who each one fits
QuickBooks fits if
You want bank feeds, payroll and your accountant working in the same program, and you don’t mind adding truck details as custom fields.
RigBooks fits if
You want invoices and estimates that already have unit #, VIN, odometer, engine hours and mechanic ID, plus parts, DOT inspections and a job board, at one price no matter how many people use it.
Price side by side (USD)
| Shop size | RigBooks | QuickBooks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $39 / month | $38 / month (Simple Start) |
| 3 people | $39 / month | $85 / month (Essentials) |
| 5 people | $39 / month | $140 / month (Plus) |
RigBooks: $39 a month, $200 for 6 months or $400 a year, for the whole shop. No per-seat fees. QuickBooks list prices per NerdWallet (updated Oct 19, 2026). Payroll and card processing are extra. Prices checked November 1, 2026; check their site for a current quote.
Truck shop features
| RigBooks | QuickBooks | |
|---|---|---|
| Unit #, VIN, odometer, mechanic ID on invoices | Built in | Add as custom fields yourself |
| VIN decode (year, make, model, engine) | Yes | No |
| Truck and trailer on one invoice | Yes | Custom fields |
| Customer lookup by USDOT or MC number | Yes | No |
| DOT annual inspection reports | Yes | No |
| Job board (what is on the lift) | Yes | No |
| Parts inventory | Yes, updates as you invoice | Plus and Advanced plans |
| Bank feeds | No | Yes |
| Payroll | No (mechanic hours and pay estimate only) | Add-on |
Moving to RigBooks
In QuickBooks, export your customer list, products and services, and invoices as Excel or CSV. In RigBooks, open Settings → Import, pick QuickBooks and upload the files. RigBooks matches the columns for you.
Questions
Can my accountant still use QuickBooks?
Yes. RigBooks exports invoices, expenses and reports to Excel and CSV, so your accountant can keep doing taxes in QuickBooks.
Does RigBooks charge per user?
No. One flat price covers the whole shop: $39 a month, $200 for 6 months, or $400 a year.
Can I bring my QuickBooks customers and invoices?
Yes. Export them from QuickBooks as Excel or CSV and upload them in RigBooks under Settings → Import.
Is there a free trial?
Yes, 3 days with no card needed. You pick a plan only if you keep using it.
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