ark.stock vs Hector
Two different approaches: ark.stock specialized in AV events, Hector generalist IT & assets. Compare objectively.
At a glance
Key points of each solution
ark.stock
Specialized AV events
- Event mode with projects and timeline
- Unlimited users per plan
- Swiss made & Swiss hosting
- Integrated quotes/invoices and returns
Starter plan, all included
Hector
Generalist IT & Assets
- IT asset & software license management
- IT integrations (Okta, AD)
- AWS hosting (US)
- Fixed inventory-focused interface
Per-asset pricing
Features side by side
Sources: official ark.stock and hectorassetmanager.com websites, verified 2025
Detailed pricing
Compare the actual costs of each solution (prices verified 2025)
1 user, Pro quotas (single mode)
3 users, 200 products
5 users, 1000 products
Unlimited, dedicated support
All prices are fixed and include all features. No surprise fees or mandatory add-ons.
Up to 100 assets
100-500 assets
500+ assets
Initial setup
Hector uses pricing based on the number of tracked assets. Contact them for a personalized quote.
Estimated cost comparison
Hector is oriented towards IT asset management with variable pricing. ark.stock offers event features that Hector doesn't have (event mode, quotes/invoices, return sessions).
Who is each solution for?
Choose based on your core business
Choose ark.stock if...
- You're an AV event service provider
- You manage equipment rentals and reservations
- You need integrated quotes/invoices
- Swiss GDPR compliance matters to you
Choose Hector if...
- You manage a fixed IT asset fleet
- You track software licenses
- You need IT integrations (Okta, Active Directory)
- Your equipment is assigned to fixed employees
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