Smog Master alternatives
The main Smog Master alternatives for California smog stations are SmogScanner, Smog Advantage and Smog Pro. SmogScanner is a phone app that shows which smog test the car needs; Smog Advantage charges by how many work orders you write; Smog Pro has appointments built in.
The alternatives
SmogScannerOurs
A phone app for Android and iPhone (iPhone in early access) and a web app. Scan the VIN with your phone, see whether the car needs a smog check and which test, then write the work order, invoice and payment.
- Best for
- Stations that want to check in cars from a phone, see the smog test on the scan, or work in Spanish.
- Price
- Scanning a VIN is free. $19, $39 or $49 a month, by features.
Smog Advantage
Smog station software in a web browser, on a computer, tablet or kiosk, with plate to VIN in all 50 states, a 2D barcode scanner for the license and DMV registration, BAR Write It Right invoices with e-signature, 22-month reminders and postcard mailing lists.
- Best for
- Stations that mail postcard reminders, want a check-in kiosk, or look up a lot of out-of-state plates.
- Price
- $19 a month for 50 work orders, $39 for 250, $49 at most. A 30-day trial, and 3 months free for new shops.
Smog Pro
Web-based smog station software for phones and tablets, with ID and VIN scanning, BAR e-invoices, 100 free reminders, coupon tracking, appointment scheduling and QuickBooks.
- Best for
- Stations that want appointment booking in the same app, or the lowest starting price.
- Price
- $15, $40 or $100 a month.
Last reviewed October 26, 2026. Their sites were checked June 2026; prices and features can change. We make SmogScanner.
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Common questions
What is the best alternative to Smog Master?
It depends on how you work. If you want to work from your phone and see the smog test on the scan, SmogScanner. If you mail postcard reminders or want a check-in kiosk, Smog Advantage. If you want appointments in the same app, Smog Pro.
Which one costs less than Smog Master?
Smog Master charges about $0.20 a work order, about $100 a month at 500. Smog Advantage is $19 to $49 a month by work orders, Smog Pro $15, $40 or $100, and SmogScanner $19, $39 or $49 by features, however many work orders you write.
Can I bring my customers over from Smog Master?
Yes. Save your customer list from Smog Master as an Excel or CSV file and import it under Customers, or email it to support@smogapp.com and we import it for you. Your old work orders and invoices stay in Smog Master.
What could I miss from Smog Master?
Next to SmogScanner, Smog Master can run on a computer at the shop, tracks parts inventory and sends mailers. Smog Advantage also has postcard mailing lists; it and Smog Pro run in a web browser. If you rely on one of these, check that the software you pick has it.