CMMS comparison
Snippath vs Fiix
Fiix is the enterprise-class CMMS owned by Rockwell Automation. Strong asset hierarchy, deep analytics, integration with industrial control systems. It's also $45/user/month minimum — designed for teams where that math makes sense. Snippath is the opposite end: modern, simple, flat per-workspace pricing built for SMBs who don't need a Rockwell ecosystem play.
Pick Fiix if
- ·You're 100+ users with industrial equipment
- ·You're in the Rockwell / PLC ecosystem already
- ·You need deep analytics + audit compliance
Pick Snippath if
- ·You're under 50 users
- ·$45/user/month feels insane for your team
- ·You don't have a 6-month implementation budget
Pricing
Fiix is the most expensive CMMS we've benchmarked.
Fiix Basic is $45/user/month on annual billing. Snippath is $19 or $49/month flat per workspace. For any team larger than one or two people, the per-user math against Fiix becomes punishing — and Fiix expects you to grow into Professional ($75/user) or Enterprise (custom, typically $100+/user) as you scale.
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12-month totalComparing Fiix Basic ($45/user/mo, annual billing) against Snippath Starter (≤10 users) and Pro (10+ users). Fiix Professional ($75) and Enterprise (custom) dramatically widen the gap. Prices verified 2026-05.
Features
Feature-by-feature.
Fiix has the deepest feature set of the four CMMS we compare — especially around enterprise reporting, asset hierarchy, and Rockwell industrial-automation integrations. Snippath covers the core CMMS workflow with a tighter scope. Here's the full grid:
Core CMMS
| Feature | Snippath | Fiix |
|---|---|---|
| Work order tracking | ||
| Preventive maintenance scheduling | ||
| Asset / equipment registry | ||
| Asset hierarchy (parent → child) | Currently flat; on roadmap | |
| Parts inventory | ||
| Inspection checklists |
Reporting & access
| Feature | Snippath | Fiix |
|---|---|---|
| Public QR-code report form | Standard on every plan | Available on higher tiers |
| Mobile PWA (no app store) | ||
| Native iOS / Android apps | PWA covers same use cases | |
| Advanced dashboards / BI | CSV export to your own tools | |
| Custom report builder |
Pricing model
| Feature | Snippath | Fiix |
|---|---|---|
| Per-user pricing | Flat per-workspace | |
| Flat workspace pricing | ||
| Permanent free tier (real) | 2 users, 25 active issues, no time limit | Free tier exists but very limited (3 users, no PMs) |
| Self-service signup (no sales call) | Demo + sales process required |
Enterprise & integration
| Feature | Snippath | Fiix |
|---|---|---|
| Public REST API | Business tier (shipping) | |
| Webhooks | Business tier (shipping) | |
| SSO (Google / Microsoft / SAML) | Google + MS on Business tier (shipping) | Full SAML on Enterprise |
| Audit log | Business tier (shipping) | |
| IoT sensor integration | ||
| Rockwell PLC / SCADA integration | Owned by Rockwell | |
| AI-powered insights |
Team size + segment
Where each tool fits best.
Fiix is enterprise. Snippath is SMB. There's barely any overlap. Fiix prices the way they do because their customers are running factories, not gyms.
Almost no overlap. If you're asking "Snippath or Fiix?" you're probably right at the edge — a growing operation that's decided to invest in real industrial software. Most teams under 50 should pick Snippath; teams over 200 with heavy industrial automation should pick Fiix.
Where Fiix wins.
Fiix has been around since 2008 and was acquired by Rockwell Automation in 2020 — they have features built for enterprise industrial that Snippath doesn't aim for:
- ▸Asset hierarchy. Building → Floor → Room → HVAC Unit → Filter. Fiix models the full tree. Snippath is currently flat (asset hierarchy is on the roadmap).
- ▸Industrial automation integration. Plugs into Rockwell PLCs, SCADA systems, MES. If you're running a factory floor, this is unique to Fiix.
- ▸Deep analytics + custom reports. BI-grade dashboards, custom report builder, MTBF / MTTR rollups. Snippath has reports + CSV export but no custom dashboarding.
- ▸IoT sensor integration. Pull condition data from vibration / temp / runtime sensors. Snippath doesn't.
- ▸AI-powered insights. Pattern detection on failure modes, suggested PMs. Real if you have years of data; marketing if you don't.
- ▸Enterprise sales process. Dedicated implementation team, multi-week onboarding, SLA-backed support. Appropriate for million-dollar contracts, expensive if you don't need it.
- ▸Compliance + audit depth. Built for regulated industries (FDA, FAA, GMP). Snippath has basic permissions + history but isn't targeting regulated workflows.
Where Snippath wins.
- ▸Pricing for non-enterprise teams. 5-person team saves $2,472/yr. 10-person saves $5,172/yr. 50-person saves $26,412/yr. Fiix's per-user model is built for budgets we're not designed for.
- ▸Self-service signup. Sign up at snippath.com/signup, first ticket in 5 minutes. Fiix requires demo + sales call before you can even try it.
- ▸Modern UI. Snippath is built on a 2026 web stack (Next.js, server components, edge assets). Fiix shows its age in places.
- ▸QR-code public reporting standard. Print stickers, scan, file pre-filled reports in 30 seconds. On every Snippath plan.
- ▸Permanent free tier with real features. 2 users, 25 active issues, all core CMMS features. Fiix's free is more restrictive.
- ▸Mid-cycle proration. Upgrade or downgrade anytime, Stripe handles the math. No annual contract renegotiation.
- ▸Honest scope. This page itself is the proof. If we don't do something, we'll tell you (and link to the roadmap).
Which one should you actually pick?
Pick Snippath if you're under 50 users.
Fiix's per-user pricing makes no sense at this size. You'd be paying for an enterprise integration story you don't need.
Pick Snippath if you're outside heavy industrial.
Facilities, hospitality, sports, light industrial, multi-site SMB — Snippath was built for these. Fiix's depth doesn't help you and the price tag definitely doesn't.
Pick Fiix if you run a factory floor with PLCs / SCADA.
The Rockwell ecosystem integration is genuinely unique. If you need it, no other CMMS competes.
Pick Fiix if you're a 200+ user enterprise with compliance requirements.
The audit + reporting depth + dedicated CSM is built for this. Worth the price if you actually have the budget.
Try Snippath first — it's free and won't waste your time.
If Snippath obviously can't do what you need, you'll know in 15 minutes. If it can, you just saved $20k+/year.
FAQ
Can I migrate from Fiix to Snippath?
Yes for the data side — Fiix lets you export assets, locations, parts as CSV. Snippath imports the same format. The bigger question is whether you should: if you're using Fiix's PLC integrations, asset hierarchy, or custom reports, Snippath doesn't replace those (yet). Most successful migrations happen at orgs that bought Fiix for its name and ended up using 10% of it.
Is Snippath a serious CMMS or just for small shops?
Both. Snippath does the core CMMS workflow (tickets, PMs, parts, checklists, QR reporting, mobile, push, multi-user roles) as well as Fiix does for the same workflow. What Snippath doesn't do is replace a Rockwell integration play or enterprise BI tooling. If your maintenance work fits within standard CMMS scope, Snippath handles it.
Does Snippath have asset hierarchy yet?
No. Assets are currently flat — name, location, identifier. Hierarchy (Building → Floor → Room → Equipment → Component) is on the roadmap. If hierarchy is a hard requirement now, Fiix is the better fit until we ship it.
What's the catch on Snippath's price?
No catch — we run lean infrastructure with low overhead. Fiix's price reflects their enterprise sales motion, dedicated CSMs, multi-week implementations, and integration depth. Different cost structures, different prices. Sustainable for both.
What if I outgrow Snippath later?
Fiix, MaintainX, or Limble are all reasonable destinations for teams that outgrow Snippath. We export your full database on request so you're never stuck. We'd rather you leave on good terms than be locked in.
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