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AutoTrader vs Epicor DMS
The short version
- They diverge on capability: AutoTrader covers Vehicle listing, Epicor DMS covers Sales desking.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which AutoTrader and Epicor DMS actually diverge.
| Attribute | AutoTrader | Epicor DMS |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $199/month | On request |
| Pricing model | subscription | quote |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile, App | Cloud, On-Premise, Hybrid |
| Founded | 1997 | 1999 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in AutoTrader
- Vehicle listing
- Marketplace visibility
- Lead generation
- Dealer profile
- Performance metrics
- Mobile optimization
- Photo gallery
- Video integration
Only in Epicor DMS
- Sales desking
- F&I management
- Service scheduling
- Parts management
- Accounting
- CRM
- OEM integration
- Business intelligence
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
AutoTrader
- Dealership Management
- Service Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Sales Operations
- Customer Relationship
Epicor DMS
- Dealership Management
- Service Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Sales Operations
- Customer Relationship
Both are used for dealership management, service scheduling, inventory management, sales operations, customer relationship, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
AutoTrader
Nothing recorded yet. See the AutoTrader review.
Epicor DMS
- Pricing is not publicly available and requires custom quotes
- No free trial available to evaluate the system
- Requires significant implementation time and customization
Pricing, plan by plan
AutoTrader
$199/month- Starter$199/month
- Vehicle listings
- Basic lead management
- Dealer profile
- Professional$499/month
- Everything in Starter
- Advanced lead tools
- CRM integration
- Premium$899/month
- Everything in Professional
- Top placement
- Priority support
Epicor DMS
On request- Standard$undefined/month
- Core DMS functionality
- Sales management
- Service management
- Enterprise$undefined/month
- All Standard features
- Advanced CRM
- Multi-rooftop support
Which should you pick?
Choose AutoTrader if
- You need vehicle listing.
- You work on Web, Mobile, App.
- You also want marketplace visibility.
Choose Epicor DMS if
- You need sales desking.
- You work on Cloud, On-Premise, Hybrid.
- You also want f&i management.
Questions people ask
- Is AutoTrader or Epicor DMS better?
- Neither clearly leads. AutoTrader starts at $199/month and Epicor DMS at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, AutoTrader or Epicor DMS?
- AutoTrader starts at $199/month and Epicor DMS at On request.
- Does AutoTrader or Epicor DMS run on more platforms?
- AutoTrader runs on Web, Mobile, App. Epicor DMS runs on Cloud, On-Premise, Hybrid.
- What is AutoTrader best used for?
- AutoTrader is most often used for dealership management, service scheduling, inventory management, sales operations.
- What can AutoTrader do that Epicor DMS cannot?
- AutoTrader covers Vehicle listing, Marketplace visibility, Lead generation, Dealer profile. Epicor DMS covers Sales desking, F&I management, Service scheduling, Parts management.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Epicor DMS: Does Epicor DMS support both cloud and on-premise deployment?
Yes. Epicor offers multiple deployment options including cloud, on-premises, and hybrid deployments, allowing customers to choose based on their requirements and migrate between models.
SourceEpicor DMS: What integrations does Epicor DMS provide for dealerships?
Epicor provides integrated parts sourcing through the Epicor Parts Portal, service estimating tools, CRM capabilities for customer relationship management, and warehouse management through Epicor Indago WMS.
SourceEpicor DMS: How many part numbers are available in Epicor's database?
Epicor's platform provides access to more than 17 million part numbers for over 1.4 billion unique vehicle applications.
SourceEpicor DMS: Does Epicor offer a free trial?
No free trial is available. Pricing is based on custom quotes due to varying factors like usage, number of users, and custom modules required.
SourceEpicor DMS: What are the deployment costs for Epicor DMS?
For cloud ERP solutions, costs typically run between $150-$200/user/month for a basic package. For on-premise solutions, perpetual licenses range from $3,200-$4,800 per user.
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