Head-to-head comparison
•Last reviewed November 11, 2025
UpKeep and MaintainX both deliver strong mobile CMMS experiences. MaintainX shines on collaboration and low-cost entry, while UpKeep leads on automation, analytics, and breadth of modules.
Ease of use
UpKeep
Cleaner UI parity across web and mobile.
Mobile
UpKeep
Offline resilience and richer feature parity.
Pricing
MaintainX
Free tier and lower paid entry point.
Cloud CMMS focused on usability, mobile-first workflows, and rapid implementation.
Mobile-centric CMMS emphasizing work order collaboration and messaging.
UpKeep
UpKeep offers full-featured mobile apps with offline sync, barcode scanning, and work order editing. App store ratings average 4.7/5 stars.
MaintainX
MaintainX offers mobile apps with strong offline capabilities and feature parity. App store ratings average 4.5/5 stars.
UpKeep
UpKeep prioritizes intuitive design with consistent UI across web and mobile. Implementation typically takes 2 weeks.
MaintainX
MaintainX emphasizes user-friendly design with straightforward setup.
UpKeep
UpKeep includes built-in AI features like predictive maintenance suggestions, intelligent work order routing, and automated scheduling.
MaintainX
MaintainX focuses on core maintenance workflows, with limited AI automation.
UpKeep
UpKeep offers $45 user/month with transparent entry pricing.
MaintainX
MaintainX provides $0 with clear tier structures.
MaintainX is appealing for cost-conscious teams centralizing requests. UpKeep remains the better fit for organizations seeking automation, reporting depth, and scale without sacrificing usability.