GAGEtrak vs GageList
GageList suits shops that want cloud and mobile access, a published price and a small free plan. GAGEtrak suits audit-heavy manufacturers that need built-in Gage R&R and MSA, and accept installed Windows software with quote-based pricing. For aerospace and automotive work, GAGEtrak is the deeper tool.
Facts checked GAGEtrak 2026-07-08 · GageList 2026-07-08
What is the difference between GAGEtrak and GageList?
In short: GAGEtrak is installed windows software (desktop, or lan/server). not browser-based. GageList is cloud — runs in a web browser, with native ios and android apps. Every fact below comes from each vendor's own website on the date shown.
| Capability | GAGEtrak | GageList |
|---|---|---|
| Where it runs | Installed Windows software (desktop, or LAN/server). Not browser-based. | Cloud — runs in a web browser, with native iOS and Android apps. |
| Free plan | No free plan. Free trial and a personalized demo only. | Free plan for 25 gages, 5 users and 5 MB of storage. |
| Pricing | Not published. Both the Lite and Pro pages say to call CyberMetrics for a quote. Licences are perpetual or a 12–24 month subscription, node-locked or concurrent. Third-party listings show about $29 per seat per month for Lite — a directory figure, not a vendor rate card. (Vendor pages + Capterra, seen Aug 2026.) | Published. Paid plans run about $79 to $399 per month, priced by how many gages you track, with unlimited users. (From gagelist.com, seen Jul 2026.) |
| Mobile access | Windows tablet install; no native browser access on Mac or phone. | Native iOS and Android apps with barcode label printing and scanning. |
| ISO / standards | Yes — ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025, plus IATF 16949, AS9100 and 21 CFR Part 11. | Yes — names ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 13485, AS9100, IATF 16949 and more. |
| Best for | Larger quality teams that want a deep, installed system and don't mind a sales quote. | Shops that want cloud plus mobile gage tracking and are happy to pay by gage count. |
Where does GAGEtrak win?
In short: Larger quality teams that want a deep, installed system and don't mind a sales quote.
- Over 35 years in calibration, and well known to auditors.
- Deep Gage R&R and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA 4th Edition) tools for heavy quality work.
- Crib and asset management with standards traceability and gage history.
- A 21 CFR Part 11 version with an audit trail and electronic signatures for regulated work.
Things to weigh
- It must be installed on Windows — there is no browser or Mac access to the app itself.
- There is no permanently free plan; you get a trial and a demo only.
- Pricing is not public — you have to call for a quote.
Where does GageList win?
In short: Shops that want cloud plus mobile gage tracking and are happy to pay by gage count.
- A mature cloud and mobile product since 2004.
- Native iOS and Android apps with strong barcode scanning and label printing.
- Unlimited users on every paid plan — you pay by gage count, not per seat.
- Digital signatures for 21 CFR Part 11 and 820, plus Zapier, API and SSO integrations.
Things to weigh
- The free plan is capped at 25 gages, 5 users and 5 MB of storage.
- Paid pricing scales with the number of gages, so a large fleet costs more.
Is there a third option?
In short: yes — CalibraCore, our own tool. It is cloud calibration management software with a plan that is free forever for 20 instruments and 1 team member, at $0. It runs in any browser with nothing to install.
It is the simpler choice if you want to start without a sales call or a Windows install. It is not the deeper choice: GAGEtrak and GageList both carry tools CalibraCore does not, and those are listed above honestly. If you need them, buy them.
GAGEtrak vs GageList — common questions
What is the difference between GAGEtrak and GageList?
GAGEtrak, by CyberMetrics, is long-standing Windows software for calibration and gage management, with over 35 years in the field. GageList is cloud and mobile gage management software for tracking calibration, on the market since 2004. The practical differences are where each one runs, whether it has a free plan, and whether the price is published or quoted.
Is there a free alternative to GAGEtrak and GageList?
Yes. CalibraCore is cloud calibration management software with a plan that is free forever for 20 instruments. It runs in a browser, keeps ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 records, and needs no install — a low-risk way to start before paying for either tool.
Can I move my data from GAGEtrak or GageList to CalibraCore?
Yes. Export your instrument list to Excel or CSV, then import it into CalibraCore in one upload — even on the free plan. You keep your existing records instead of re-typing every instrument.
Which is cheaper, GAGEtrak or GageList?
GageList publishes its prices — about $79 to $399 per month by gage count, with unlimited users (seen July 2026). GAGEtrak does not publish pricing; you call CyberMetrics for a quote. GageList also has a free plan for 25 gages, 5 users and 5 MB of storage, while GAGEtrak offers a trial and demo only.
Does GAGEtrak or GageList run in a browser?
GageList runs in a browser and has native iOS and Android apps with barcode scanning. GAGEtrak is installed Windows software — desktop or LAN/server — and is not browser-based, though it can be installed on a Windows tablet.
Which one is better for Gage R&R and MSA in aerospace and automotive audits?
GAGEtrak. It has built-in Gage R&R and Measurement Systems Analysis to MSA 4th Edition, and names IATF 16949, AS9100 and 21 CFR Part 11. GageList names ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 13485, AS9100 and IATF 16949 plus 21 CFR Part 11 digital signatures, but measurement-systems depth is GAGEtrak's stronger suit.
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Sources
Every fact above is taken from each vendor's own website. GAGEtrak (checked 2026-07-08): GAGEtrak Pro, GAGEtrak Lite, Standards compliance. GageList (checked 2026-07-08): GageList pricing, GageList features. Prices and features change — check each vendor's own site before you buy.