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CDK Global vs Sapiens CoreSuite

CDK Global logo

CDK Global

Automotive

Drive your dealership forward

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On request
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Sapiens CoreSuite logo

Sapiens CoreSuite

Insurance

Digital insurance platform for carriers worldwide

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On request
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The short version

  • Each has a real cost: CDK Global no pricing information is published on the website; Sapiens CoreSuite pricing not publicly available, requires contact with sales
  • They diverge on capability: CDK Global covers Dealer Management System, Sapiens CoreSuite covers Policy administration.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which CDK Global and Sapiens CoreSuite actually diverge.

Attributes where CDK Global and Sapiens CoreSuite differ
AttributeCDK GlobalSapiens CoreSuite
Pricing modelquotesubscription
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, ApiWeb, Api, Mobile
CategoryAutomotiveInsurance
Founded20141982

Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 CDK Global

  • Dealer Management System
  • Sales desking
  • F&I management
  • Service scheduling
  • Parts inventory
  • Accounting
  • CRM integration
  • Digital retailing

Only in Sapiens CoreSuite

  • Policy administration
  • Claims processing
  • Underwriting automation
  • Product configuration
  • Agent portal
  • Customer self-service
  • Reinsurance
  • Regulatory reporting

Both cover

  • SOC2
  • Data encryption

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

CDK Global

  • Dealership operationsnot Sapiens CoreSuite
  • Sales managementnot Sapiens CoreSuite
  • Service departmentnot Sapiens CoreSuite
  • Parts managementnot Sapiens CoreSuite
  • Financial reportingnot Sapiens CoreSuite

Sapiens CoreSuite

  • Core system replacementnot CDK Global
  • Digital transformationnot CDK Global
  • New product launchnot CDK Global
  • Market expansionnot CDK Global

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

CDK Global

  • No pricing information is published on the website
  • Pricing model is not disclosed; buyers must contact sales directly

Sapiens CoreSuite

  • Pricing not publicly available, requires contact with sales
  • Smaller user base compared to some competitors in enterprise insurance

Pricing, plan by plan

CDK Global

On request
  • Drive$undefined/month
    • Core DMS functionality
    • Sales & F&I
    • Service & parts
  • Drive+$undefined/month
    • Everything in Drive
    • Advanced CRM
    • Digital retailing
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Everything in Drive+
    • Custom integrations
    • Dedicated support

Sapiens CoreSuite

On request
  • Standard$undefined/month
    • Core policy administration
    • Claims management
    • Standard integrations
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • All Standard features
    • Advanced analytics
    • Multi-line support

Which should you pick?

Choose CDK Global if

  • You need dealer management system.
  • You work on Web, Desktop, Api.
  • You also want sales desking.

Choose Sapiens CoreSuite if

  • You need policy administration.
  • You work on Web, Api, Mobile.
  • You also want claims processing.

Questions people ask

Is CDK Global or Sapiens CoreSuite better?
Neither clearly leads. CDK Global starts at On request and Sapiens CoreSuite at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, CDK Global or Sapiens CoreSuite?
CDK Global starts at On request and Sapiens CoreSuite at On request.
Does CDK Global or Sapiens CoreSuite run on more platforms?
CDK Global runs on Web, Desktop, Api. Sapiens CoreSuite runs on Web, Api, Mobile.
What is CDK Global best used for?
CDK Global is most often used for dealership operations, sales management, service department, parts management. Of those, dealership operations and sales management are not what Sapiens CoreSuite is typically brought in for.
What can CDK Global do that Sapiens CoreSuite cannot?
CDK Global covers Dealer Management System, Sales desking, F&I management, Service scheduling. Sapiens CoreSuite covers Policy administration, Claims processing, Underwriting automation, Product configuration. Both handle SOC2, Data encryption.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

CDK Global: How much does CDK Global cost?

CDK Global does not publish pricing on its website. The vendor requires customers to contact their sales team directly at 833.620.2129 or through their contact form to obtain quotes.

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Sapiens CoreSuite: What insurance lines does Sapiens CoreSuite support?

Sapiens CoreSuite supports multiple insurance lines including Property & Casualty, Life & Annuities, Life & Pensions, and Health Insurance with dedicated platform versions for each.

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CDK Global: What is CDK Global's pricing model?

The pricing model is not disclosed. CDK Global directs all pricing inquiries to their sales team, suggesting a custom quote or negotiated pricing structure.

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Sapiens CoreSuite: Is Sapiens CoreSuite cloud-based?

Yes. Sapiens CoreSuite is a comprehensive cloud-based insurance software solution designed for modern insurance operations.

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CDK Global: Is there a free trial available?

No information about free trials is provided on CDK Global's website.

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Sapiens CoreSuite: What modules are included in CoreSuite for P&C?

CoreSuite for P&C includes PolicyPro for policy administration, BillingPro for billing management, and ClaimsPro for claims processing.

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CDK Global: Who should I contact for pricing information?

Contact CDK Global's sales team at 833.620.2129 or 847.397.1700, or visit their Contact Us page to request pricing information.

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Sapiens CoreSuite: When was the latest version of Sapiens CoreSuite released?

In September 2025, Sapiens announced the latest version of Sapiens CoreSuite for Property & Casualty for the North American market with significant performance and usability improvements.

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Sapiens CoreSuite: Is Sapiens CoreSuite modular?

Yes. CoreSuite is designed as a modular platform where insurers can select components for their specific business needs including policy, billing, and claims management.

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