Tecdoc Online: Catalog Free
TecAlliance is slowly shifting toward a "Freemium" model. They have released mobile apps (e.g., "TecDoc Mobile" for iOS) that offer 5 free searches per day. This is a psychological tactic to get you hooked.
Current Free Options in 2025:
The free retailer versions strip out several powerful TecDoc features: tecdoc online catalog free
| Missing Feature | Why It Matters | |----------------|----------------| | No direct commercial data | You won’t see wholesale prices or stock levels from multiple distributors. | | No shop management integration | Cannot export parts lists directly into invoicing or POS software. | | Limited vehicle history | Professional TecDoc stores past repairs by VIN; free versions don’t. | | No API access | Can’t integrate TecDoc data into your own app or website without a license. | | Slower updates | Official TecDoc updates daily; retailer sites update weekly or monthly. | | No multi-distributor comparison | Official TecDoc compares prices from several suppliers at once. Free shows only one shop’s inventory. | Note: Scraping commercial catalogs is often against terms
The full TECDOC (Professional) – typically €150–€300/month – includes: TecAlliance is slowly shifting toward a "Freemium" model
The free catalog will show you a list of "Articles." Look for these columns: