UpKeep

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Field Service Management
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Connected. Intelligent. Adaptable. The modern platform for asset operations

How to Replace UpKeep

Overview

UpKeep is an AI-powered Asset Operations Management platform that brings maintenance, safety, and asset data into one unified system. It helps teams shift from reactive firefighting to proactive maintenance planning while providing real-time visibility across all operations. The platform serves over 4,000 businesses and includes work order management, preventive maintenance scheduling, IoT sensors, and AI-powered automation.

Features

84 features across 19 categories

AI Automation(6)

Nova AIAI

AI assistant that handles routine tasks, generates work orders, optimizes schedules, and triggers actions automatically

Photo-to-Parts CreationAIPremium

AI feature that automatically creates parts from photos

Smart Checklist BuilderAIPremium

AI-powered tool to build intelligent checklists

Smart Data CleanupAIPremium

AI tool to automatically clean and organize data

Smart SchedulerAIPremium

AI-powered scheduling that keeps assets running longer and minimizes downtime

Work Order Activity SummariesAIPremium

AI-generated summaries of work order activity

Asset Management(10)

Asset Check In/Check OutPremium

Track asset availability and location

Asset Lifecycle TrackingPremium

Track assets through their full lifecycle

Asset Management

Comprehensive asset tracking with custom fields and statuses

Custom Asset StatusesPremium

Define custom status values for assets

Custom Fields for AssetsPremium

Add custom fields to track asset-specific data

Depreciation Tracking

Track asset depreciation over time

Equipment Downtime TrackingPremium

Track and analyze equipment downtime

Location Management

Manage multiple locations and sites

Reliability & Downtime TrackingPremium

Track equipment reliability and downtime across operations

Warranty Tracking

Monitor asset warranties and expiration dates

Automation(1)

Workflow AutomationPremium

Automate maintenance workflows and trigger actions

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Compliance(3)

Full AuditabilityPremium

Complete audit trails at every level of the system

OSHA Compliance Logging

Automated OSHA logs and instant audit trails to help stay compliant

Signature CapturePremium

Capture digital signatures for compliance and completion verification

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Core Operations(1)

Work Order Management

Create and manage work orders in seconds with photos, checklists, and real-time updates from any device

Enterprise(1)

Multi-Site Module SupportPremium

Support for managing multiple sites across the organization

Extensibility(3)

Studio App BuilderPremium

No-code tool to build custom applications

Studio App MarketplacePremium

Pre-built apps available in the Studio platform

UpKeep StudioPremium

Custom app platform that lets anyone build tools they need or install from 30+ ready-made apps without code

Also in: Labelbox, Obsidian, WordPress.com

Fleet Management(5)

Digital Vehicle InspectionsPremium

Digital vehicle inspection forms and checklists

UpKeep FleetPremium

Vehicle maintenance management with telematics data integration and automated PM scheduling

Vehicle HistoryPremium

Complete vehicle maintenance history in one system

Vehicle Telematics IntegrationPremium

Connect telematics data to work orders through real-time integrations

VIN LookupPremium

Instant vehicle identification number lookup

Integrations(3)

API AccessPremium

Access UpKeep through REST API for custom integrations

Business IntegrationsPremium

Pre-built integrations with business systems

Custom IntegrationsPremium

Create custom integrations with other systems

Inventory(3)

Inventory Management

Manage inventory across multiple asset types

Multiple Inventory LinesPremium

Track multiple inventory lines per item

Parts & Inventory Management

Track parts inventory with costing and multiple inventory lines

IoT(8)

4G LTE Cellular GatewayPremium

Plug and play 4G LTE connectivity for IoT sensors

Current SensorsPremium

Monitor min, max, and average amperage up to 150 amps

Humidity SensorsPremium

Monitor relative humidity, temperature, dew point, and heat index

IoT SensorsPremium

Connected sensors for asset monitoring including temperature, humidity, vibration, and water detection

Temperature SensorsPremium

Monitor temperatures from -328°F to 700°F

UpKeep EdgePremium

Wireless IoT sensors that monitor assets 24/7 and automatically create work orders

Vibration SensorsPremium

Monitor 3D vibration speed and frequency

Water DetectionPremium

Detect the presence of water with IoT sensors

Maintenance(1)

Preventive Maintenance SchedulingAI

Automated PM scheduling based on actual usage that shifts from reactive firefighting to proactive planning

Mobile(2)

Mobile Offline ModePremium

Work offline on mobile devices with automatic sync when connection returns

Mobile-First CMMS

Mobile-first maintenance management that allows technicians to complete work orders from anywhere and close work on the spot

Notifications(3)

Daily Email Digest

Daily summary email of maintenance activities

Email Notifications

Email notifications for work orders and updates

Push Notifications

Real-time push notifications for work orders and updates

Operations(17)

Barcode Scanning

Scan barcodes to track assets and inventory

Custom Work Order Categories

Create custom categories for work orders

Custom Work Order StatusesPremium

Define custom statuses for work orders

Data Importing

Import data from existing systems

External Request PortalPremium

Allow external users and vendors to submit work requests

File Upload

Upload files to assets and work orders

Internal Work Requests

Allow internal teams to submit work requests

Maintenance Checklists

Customizable checklists for work orders and preventive maintenance tasks

Maintenance Services Marketplace

Send work orders to verified service providers with one-click quoting, scheduling, and tracking

Meter Reading Software

Capture and track meter readings for assets

Purchase Order ManagementPremium

Generate and manage purchase orders that automatically update inventory

QR Codes

QR code scanning for work orders and safety reporting

Request Management

Master work requests with advanced planning and scheduling

Teams

Organize users into teams for better management

Time & Labor Tracking

Track time spent on work orders and labor costs

Work Order Closeout Notes

Detailed closeout notes and documentation for completed work

Work Order ConfigurationPremium

Customize work order settings and statuses

Reporting(8)

Analytics & Reporting

Full drill-down reporting and analytics with PDF and CSV export capabilities

Asset Downtime ReportsPremium

Track and report on equipment downtime

Custom DashboardsPremium

Create custom dashboards for different teams and roles

Equipment Reliability ReportsPremium

Detailed reports on equipment reliability and performance

Itemized Time ReportingPremium

Detailed time tracking reports by technician or job

Parts Consumption ReportsPremium

Reports on parts usage and consumption

Requests AnalysisPremium

Analyze and report on work requests

User Login ReportsPremium

Track user activity and login history

Safety(4)

AI-Powered CAPAsAI

Automated Corrective and Preventive Actions that turn safety incidents into preventive measures

Safety Event Reporting

Report safety events from any device by scanning QR code with no downloads or logins needed

UpKeep EHSAI

Environment, Health & Safety software for capturing safety events and managing compliance

Voice-to-Text ReportingAI

Capture safety events in seconds with voice-to-text reporting that works in any language

Security(3)

Custom RolesPremium

Define custom roles with specific permissions

Enterprise SecurityPremium

Enterprise-grade security and compliance from day one

SSO & Custom RolesPremium

Single sign-on and custom role-based access control

Training(2)

Certification TrackingPremium

Track employee certifications and training compliance

Learning Management SoftwarePremium

Enable frontline teams to access job-relevant training and track certifications

Pricing

Essential

$20/user/mo
  • Unlimited work orders
  • Unlimited locations
  • Nova AI
  • Work order management
  • Work request software
  • Location management
  • Asset management
  • File upload
  • Meter reading
  • QR codes
  • Push notifications
  • Daily email digest
  • Email notifications
  • Maintenance services marketplace

Premium

Popular
$55/user/mo
  • Essential features
  • UpKeep Studio
  • PM scheduling
  • Custom checklists
  • Parts & inventory management with costing
  • Time & labor tracking
  • 30-day analytics history
  • Smart checklist builder
  • Photo-to-parts creation
  • Studio app marketplace (up to 15 apps)
  • Request management
  • Teams

Professional

Custom Pricing
  • Premium features
  • Mobile offline mode
  • External request portal
  • Full analytics history
  • Asset lifecycle tracking
  • Signature capture
  • Custom work order statuses
  • Work order configuration
  • Custom asset statuses
  • Custom fields for assets
  • Multiple inventory lines
  • Equipment downtime tracking
  • Smart scheduler
  • Voice fill
  • Studio unlimited apps
  • Custom dashboards
  • Asset downtime reports
  • Equipment reliability reports
  • Itemized time reporting
  • User login reports
  • Requests analysis
  • Parts consumption reports
  • API access
  • Business integrations
  • Custom roles
  • Work order activity summaries
  • Smart data cleanup

Enterprise

Custom Pricing
  • Professional features
  • Multi-site module support
  • Workflow automation
  • Reliability & downtime tracking
  • PO management
  • API & custom integrations
  • SSO & custom roles
  • Custom dashboards
  • Unlimited view-only users
  • Unlimited requesters
  • Unlimited vendors
  • Unlimited customers
  • Custom integrations

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying UpKeep

Monthly$20/mo
Yearly$240/yr
5-Year Total$1.2k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~9 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyEasy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$240
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$720
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$1.2k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 84 features at easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a UpKeep alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 84 features.

Buy UpKeep

Better Value
Monthly cost$200/mo
3-year total$7,200
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$72,000
Maintenance$1,080/mo
3-year total$110,880
Dev time~6 months

Buying UpKeep saves ~$103,680 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 84 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

3 known integrations

ERP SystemsIoT SensorsThird-party APIs