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Outgrow Sortly's user limits. ToolWorks offers unlimited users, AI-powered tool recognition, and enterprise scalability—built specifically for construction teams ready to scale.
ToolWorks vs Sortly: Feature Comparison
Sortly offers visual inventory management for small teams, but its user limits and general-purpose design hold back growing construction crews. Compare how ToolWorks delivers AI-powered tracking built for scale.
| Features |  | Sortly |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & Users | ||
| Unlimited users included | ||
| User limits on lower tiers | None | 1-3 users |
| Scalable team pricing | Flat rate | Add-on fees |
| Add crew members instantly | Upgrade required | |
| No per-seat licensing | ||
| Role-based access control | Limited | |
| Inventory Features | ||
| Tool check-in/check-out | ||
| Photo-based cataloging | ||
| Barcode/QR scanning | ||
| Custom fields | ||
| Multi-location tracking | Limited | |
| Job site assignments | ||
| Self-service kiosk mode | ||
| Equipment maintenance tracking | Basic | |
| AI Capabilities | ||
| AI Snap-to-Add (auto tool recognition) | ||
| AI Copilot (conversational commands) | ||
| Automatic label/serial reading | ||
| Smart tool identification | ||
| AI-powered search | ||
| Scalability | ||
| Multi-location management | Limited | |
| Enterprise role-based permissions | ||
| Unlimited storage | Tier-limited | |
| Advanced reporting | Basic | |
| API access | Premium only | |
| SSO/SAML integration | ||
| Industry Fit | ||
| Built for construction & trades | ||
| Job site kiosk deployment | ||
| Crew management features | ||
| Equipment transfer workflows | Manual | |
| Tool calibration tracking | ||
| Works without internet (offline) | ||
Pricing & Users
Unlimited users included
User limits on lower tiers
Scalable team pricing
Add crew members instantly
No per-seat licensing
Role-based access control
Inventory Features
Tool check-in/check-out
Photo-based cataloging
Barcode/QR scanning
Custom fields
Multi-location tracking
Job site assignments
Self-service kiosk mode
Equipment maintenance tracking
AI Capabilities
AI Snap-to-Add (auto tool recognition)
AI Copilot (conversational commands)
Automatic label/serial reading
Smart tool identification
AI-powered search
Scalability
Multi-location management
Enterprise role-based permissions
Unlimited storage
Advanced reporting
API access
SSO/SAML integration
Industry Fit
Built for construction & trades
Job site kiosk deployment
Crew management features
Equipment transfer workflows
Tool calibration tracking
Works without internet (offline)
When User Limits Hold You Back
Sortly's pricing model forces upgrades as your team grows. See how ToolWorks scales without limits.
Beyond Photo Organization: Real AI Power
Sortly organizes photos. ToolWorks's AI actually understands your tools—identifying makes, models, and specs automatically.
AI Snap-to-Add
Point your camera at any tool. ToolWorks instantly identifies the make, model, and specifications—no manual data entry required.
AI Copilot
Ask questions in plain English: "What tools does Sarah have?" or "Show me all drills at the downtown site." Get instant answers.
Auto Label Reading
Our AI reads existing manufacturer labels and serial numbers. No need to create or print new barcodes for every tool.
Instant Cataloging
What takes hours of manual entry becomes minutes of pointing and clicking. Catalog 100 tools before lunch.
Built for Construction, Not General Inventory
Sortly manages any inventory. ToolWorks is laser-focused on tool tracking—with features designed for how construction crews actually work.
Job Site Assignments
Assign tools to specific job sites and track equipment across multiple active projects simultaneously.
Kiosk Mode
Set up a self-service kiosk in your tool crib. Crew checks in/out without a foreman standing there.
Maintenance & Calibration
Track calibration dates, service schedules, and maintenance history—critical for safety and compliance.
When to Choose ToolWorks
ToolWorks is ideal if you:
- ✓Have more than 3 team members who need access
- ✓Want AI that auto-identifies tools, not just stores photos
- ✓Need a self-service kiosk for job sites
- ✓Manage tools across multiple locations
- ✓Are in construction, trades, or field services
- ✓Plan to grow your team without software cost spikes
Sortly might work if you:
- •Are a solo user or very small team (1-3 people)
- •Manage general inventory, not specifically tools
- •Only need basic visual organization
- •Don't need job site assignments or kiosk mode
Switching from Sortly is Easy
Export your Sortly inventory and we'll help you migrate for free. Or use AI Snap-to-Add to re-catalog your tools faster than you ever thought possible.
Why Teams Switch from Sortly to ToolWorks
See the key advantages that make ToolWorks the preferred choice for modern tool management.
Unlimited Users, Zero User Limits
Sortly restricts users to 1-3 people on lower tiers, forcing upgrades as your team grows. ToolWorks includes your entire crew—whether 5 or 500—with no per-user fees or upgrade pressure.
AI That Identifies Tools, Not Just Photos
Sortly lets you take photos. ToolWorks goes further with AI Snap-to-Add that automatically recognizes tools, reads serial numbers, and populates specifications—turning a 5-minute entry into a 5-second snap.
AI Copilot for Hands-Free Management
Ask "Where's the Hilti rotary hammer?" or "Check out the DeWalt saw to Mike." Our AI Copilot handles tool management through natural conversation—no menus, no searching, just answers.
Self-Service Kiosk Mode
Sortly has no equivalent. Deploy ToolWorks on any tablet at your job site and let crew members check tools in and out themselves. Reduce admin burden and eliminate checkout bottlenecks.
Enterprise-Grade Scalability
Sortly works for small teams but struggles at scale. ToolWorks handles multiple locations, advanced permissions, departmental reporting, and enterprise integrations that growing companies need.
Construction-First Design
Sortly is general inventory software. ToolWorks is purpose-built for tool tracking with job site assignments, equipment transfers, maintenance scheduling, and workflows construction teams actually use.
Ready to Make the Switch?
Join thousands of teams who have upgraded from Sortly to ToolWorks. Experience the difference that AI-powered tool management can make.