Comparison
Hector vs Cheqroom
Cheqroom is a well-known solution for equipment management in creative and educational settings. But as your needs grow, more users, more sites, more customization, some limits start to show, particularly around pricing tiers and advanced features.
| Criteria | Hector | Cheqroom |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Unlimited users 500 assets €116.99/mo |
1 admin = €275 |
| Free trial | 15 days | 15 days |
| Asset tracking | ||
| Per-user tracking | ||
| Purchase and rental tracking | ||
| Expiry tracking | ||
| Repair tracking | ||
| Loan tracking | ||
| Depreciation tracking | ||
| Software, versions, licenses and compliance tracking | ||
| Warranty tracking | ||
| Document, photo and video tracking | ||
| Insurance tracking | ||
| Equipment draw | ||
| Barcodes | ||
| Email notifications | ||
| Work orders | ||
| Maintenance scheduling | ||
| Multiple languages | ||
| Multiple permissions and access rights | ||
| Multiple currencies | ||
| Geolocation | ||
| Custom fields | ||
| Custom reports | ||
| Change audit | ||
| On-premise hosting | ||
| Cloud hosting | ||
| Network asset discovery | ||
| Software asset discovery | ||
| Active Directory integration | ||
| Multi-factor authentication | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| API | ||
| Azure integration |
Why organizations switch from Cheqroom to Hector
Pricing with no surprises
With Hector, the price you see is the price you pay. Unlimited users, full features, and no pricing tier that forces you to upgrade just to access the essentials. Cheqroom gates its features by plan, which can create friction as your organization grows.
Customization without limits
Hector lets you fully tailor the platform to your operational reality: custom fields, tailored workflows, user roles, automated alerts. Unlike Cheqroom, whose customization options vary by plan, everything is available from the start with Hector.
Simplified management of multiple sites and teams
Whether your assets are spread across several sites, departments or job sites, Hector gives you a centralized, real-time view of your entire equipment fleet. Geolocation, multi-site management, multiple languages and multiple currencies included: features that are absent or limited in Cheqroom.
Human support at every step
From importing your data to training your teams, Hector actively supports you from day one. Our clients say it often: the support is what makes the difference.
Hector or Cheqroom: which one is right for you?
| Criteria | Choose Cheqroom if… | Choose Hector if… |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small creative team, simple use | Organization with multiple sites or departments |
| Customization | Minimal customization needed | Custom fields, workflows and roles required |
| Budget | Tight budget, core features are enough | You want all-inclusive pricing with no surprises |
| Integrations | Standalone use, no ERP or Active Directory | Active Directory, Azure and API integration required |
| Reporting | Standard reports are enough | Custom reports and audits needed |
| International | Team in a single language and currency | Multilingual, multi-currency, multi-site |
Common questions about migrating from Cheqroom to Hector
Can I import my data from Cheqroom into Hector?
Yes. Our team supports you in importing your existing data (assets, users, history) from Cheqroom into Hector. Import workshops are included in your onboarding.
How long does migration take?
Most of our clients are up and running within a few days. Data can be imported via CSV file or through our API, depending on the complexity of your environment.s peut se faire via fichier CSV ou via notre API, selon la complexité de votre environnement.
Is Hector cheaper than Cheqroom?
Hector offers unlimited-user pricing from the start, which generally makes it more cost-effective than Cheqroom for medium and large teams.
Can Hector replace all of Cheqroom's features?
Yes, and much more. Hector covers all of Cheqroom’s features and adds several the competitor lacks: warranty and insurance tracking, fixed-asset management, Active Directory integration, geolocation, work orders and custom reports.
Is there a free trial?
Yes, Hector offers a free 15-day trial with no commitment and no credit card required. You can also book a personalized demo with our team.