Comparison – Updated October 2026
Hector vs AssetTiger
Which asset management software should you choose?
AssetTiger is a cloud-based asset tracking tool built in the United States, known for its low price and unlimited users. Hector is an asset and inventory management platform that adds a loans and reservations module, an Operations module (requisitions, purchase orders, transfer orders and work orders) and more than 25 native integrations.
In short: AssetTiger suits a small team that needs a simple asset register at the lowest possible cost. Hector suits organizations that lend out equipment, manage several sites or need to connect their inventory to their IT tools.
Hector and AssetTiger at a glance
Both tools track assets with barcodes and QR codes. They differ in functional scope, data hosting and price.
Origin
Hector : Canada (Quebec City), with an office in Bordeaux, France
AssetTiger : United States
Pricing model
Hector : Based on the number of assets, 3 plans
AssetTiger : Based on the number of assets
Free trial
Hector : 15 days, all features
AssetTiger : 30 days, up to 250 assets
Data hosting
Hector : Canada, United States, France, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Australia
AssetTiger : Not specified (SOC 2 infrastructure)
Feature comparison: Hector vs AssetTiger
“Not documented” means the feature does not appear in AssetTiger’s public documentation.
| Criteria | Hector | AssetTiger |
|---|---|---|
| Barcodes and QR codes | Customizable labels, batch printing | Code 128, Code 39 and QR |
| RFID scanning | Included, works with Zebra devices | Not documented |
| iOS and Android mobile app | Scanning, assignment, creation, reservations | With offline scanning |
| Kits, bundles and parent/child associations | Asset kits, loan bundles, associations | Not documented |
| Inventory counts | Physical, cycle and recurring counts, with an adjustment phase | Audits through the mobile app |
| Remote inventory validation | Employees e-sign their asset list by email | Not documented |
| QR code actions (Iris module) | Move, consume, create or reserve in one scan | Not available |
| Asset check-in and check-out | With return date and reminders | With due date and overdue alerts |
| Reservations and availability calendar | List, timeline, day, week and month views | Not documented |
| Public booking catalog | Per stockroom, with opening hours | Not available |
| Recurring loans, fixed time slots and penalties | Included | Not documented |
| Preventive maintenance | Frequencies per item, costs, alerts | By date or interval, alerts |
| Depreciation | Straight-line and double declining balance | Included |
| Requisitions, purchase orders, transfer orders and work orders | Operations module | Reorder alerts only |
| Invoices and payments | Accounting module | Not available |
| Software licenses | Purchases, versions and assignments | Contracts and warranties |
| Users included | Unlimited | Unlimited on paid plans |
| Roles and permissions | Custom roles, departments, groups, per-stockroom access | Per-user permissions |
| Single sign-on (SSO) | Microsoft Entra ID, Google, OneLogin, SAML, Active Directory | Google, Microsoft |
| Test environment | Production copy, one-click reset | Not documented |
| Data hosting | Canada, United States, France, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Australia | Not specified, SOC 2 infrastructure |
| Data retention and anonymization | Aligned with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, PIPEDA and Quebec Law 25 | Not documented |
| REST API | Public documentation | Included on paid plans |
| Native integrations | 25+: Intune, Jamf, MECM, Chrome OS, ServiceNow, Outlook, Google Calendar, Zoho Books, Power BI, Salto KS | Google Maps, everything else through the API |
Pricing: AssetTiger costs less. Here is what the difference covers.
Both tools charge based on the number of assets you track. AssetTiger has a lower entry price. Depending on the plan, Hector includes modules you would otherwise buy separately or manage in a spreadsheet.
Hector, Shield plan
- 500 assets: 755.89 USD per year
- 2,500 assets: 2,224.69 USD per year
- 10,000 assets: 5,777.89 USD per year
Note: 10% off with annual billing. Special pricing for schools, universities and nonprofits.
AssetTiger
- Up to 500 assets: 220 USD per year
- Up to 2,500 assets: 440 USD per year
- Up to 10,000 assets: 825 USD per year
Note: public pricing. A discount applies to annual billing.
Loans and reservations
Public booking catalog, availability calendar, recurring loans and penalties, included from the Armor plan.
Operations and accounting
Requisitions, purchase orders, transfer orders, work orders, invoices and payments, included in the Castle plan.
Support from our own team
In English and French, from offices in Quebec City and Bordeaux, with full documentation and guided onboarding.
Why teams switch from AssetTiger to Hector
Four needs come up again and again when an asset register is no longer enough.
Lend equipment without a spreadsheet
Users book items from a public catalog, see availability for the next 30 days and sign at checkout, on screen or on a Topaz signature pad. Late returns and damage trigger automatic penalties.
From minimum stock to purchase order
The Operations module creates purchase orders from min/max alerts, then creates the assets when the order is received. Work orders, transfer orders and requisitions follow the same approval workflow.
A synchronized IT fleet
Microsoft Intune, Jamf Pro, Jamf School, MECM and Chrome OS update your inventory every night or on demand. The Pheidix agent reports Windows 11 devices. ServiceNow receives your assets as configuration items.
Access control that fits your organization
Custom roles, departments, groups and per-stockroom permissions. Single sign-on with Microsoft Entra ID, Google, OneLogin or SAML, plus SCIM provisioning. Data retention rules aligned with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA and Quebec Law 25.
What users say about AssetTiger
Summary of reviews published on Capterra: rated 4.6 out of 5 from 272 reviews.
Strengths mentioned
- Quick setup and easy to get started
- Easy check-in and check-out by scanning
- Affordable pricing and unlimited users
Limitations mentioned
- Mobile app can be slow
- Limited integrations with third-party tools
- Basic maintenance triggers
- Restrictions on the free plan after the 2025 pricing change
How to migrate from AssetTiger to Hector
Your data stays yours. Migration takes three steps.
1
Export your inventory
Export your assets, locations and users from AssetTiger as an Excel or CSV file.
2
Import it into Hector
Paste your data into Hector’s Excel templates (stockrooms, categories, items, assets, users). Queued files are processed every 5 minutes.
3
Configure and test
Set up loans, permissions and integrations with our team, then validate your processes in a test environment without touching your live data.
Your questions, our answers
Is AssetTiger still free?
No. According to its public FAQ, AssetTiger no longer offers a permanent free plan. A 30-day trial covers up to 250 assets, and paid plans start at $20 per month for 500 assets.
What is the best AssetTiger alternative for equipment loans?
Hector is built for equipment loans: a public booking catalog, an availability calendar, recurring loans, fixed time slots, late-return penalties and e-signatures. AssetTiger covers asset check-in and check-out, with no documented reservation module.
Is Hector more expensive than AssetTiger?
Yes, for the same number of assets. The difference covers modules AssetTiger does not offer: loans and reservations, work orders and purchase orders, invoicing, native integrations with Intune, Jamf or ServiceNow, and a choice of hosting region.
Can I import my AssetTiger data into Hector?
Yes. Export your assets from AssetTiger as an Excel or CSV file, then import them with Hector’s Excel templates. Our team helps you map fields and set up your account.
Where is Hector data hosted?
Hector hosts data in North America (Toronto and Richmond, with backups in Quebec City and Atlanta), Europe (Paris, Geneva, London) and Oceania (Sydney). Its data centers hold SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications.
Does Hector support RFID?
Yes. Hector supports RFID scanning in addition to barcodes and QR codes, and works with Zebra devices. AssetTiger’s public documentation mentions only barcodes and QR codes.