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AllData vs Epicor DMS

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AllData

Automotive

The industry standard in OEM repair information

From
$39/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Epicor DMS logo

Epicor DMS

Automotive

Enterprise dealership management solutions

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: AllData all plans require ongoing monthly subscription with no perpetual license option; Epicor DMS pricing is not publicly available and requires custom quotes
  • They diverge on capability: AllData covers OEM repair procedures, Epicor DMS covers Sales desking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which AllData and Epicor DMS actually diverge.

Attributes where AllData and Epicor DMS differ
AttributeAllDataEpicor DMS
Starting price$39/monthOn request
Pricing modelsubscriptionquote
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, Mobile, TabletCloud, On-Premise, Hybrid
Founded19861999

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Automotive).

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 AllData

  • OEM repair procedures
  • Interactive wiring diagrams
  • TSB library
  • Recall database
  • Labor time estimates
  • Component locations
  • Diagnostic codes
  • Fluid specifications

Only in Epicor DMS

  • Sales desking
  • F&I management
  • Service scheduling
  • Parts management
  • Accounting
  • CRM
  • OEM integration
  • Business intelligence

Both cover

  • Cloud deployment

What people use each for

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

AllData

  • Auto repair shop management and diagnosticsnot Epicor DMS
  • Vehicle collision damage assessmentnot Epicor DMS
  • ASE technician reference and supportnot Epicor DMS

Epicor DMS

  • Dealership Managementnot AllData
  • Service Schedulingnot AllData
  • Inventory Managementnot AllData
  • Sales Operationsnot AllData
  • Customer Relationshipnot AllData

Where each one falls short

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

AllData

  • All plans require ongoing monthly subscription with no perpetual license option
  • Many add-on modules require a base subscription (Repair or Collision) to function

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

AllData

$39/month
  • ALLDATA Repair$209/month
    • 95% vehicle coverage
    • 44K+ engine-specific vehicles 1982-present
  • ALLDATA Collision$249/month
    • OEM repair information for auto body shops
  • ALLDATA Mobile$39/month
    • Requires Collision or Repair subscription
  • Tech Essentials Pack$254.6/month
    • Includes Repair, Tech-Assist, Community, Estimator

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 AllData if

  • You need oem repair procedures.
  • You work on Web, Desktop, Mobile, Tablet.
  • You also want interactive wiring diagrams.
AllData review

Choose Epicor DMS if

  • You need sales desking.
  • You work on Cloud, On-Premise, Hybrid.
  • You also want f&i management.
Epicor DMS review

Questions people ask

Is AllData or Epicor DMS better?
Neither clearly leads. AllData starts at $39/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, AllData or Epicor DMS?
AllData starts at $39/month and Epicor DMS at On request.
Does AllData or Epicor DMS run on more platforms?
AllData runs on Web, Desktop, Mobile, Tablet. Epicor DMS runs on Cloud, On-Premise, Hybrid.
What is AllData best used for?
AllData is most often used for auto repair shop management and diagnostics, vehicle collision damage assessment, ase technician reference and support. Of those, auto repair shop management and diagnostics and vehicle collision damage assessment are not what Epicor DMS is typically brought in for.
What can AllData do that Epicor DMS cannot?
AllData covers OEM repair procedures, Interactive wiring diagrams, TSB library, Recall database. Epicor DMS covers Sales desking, F&I management, Service scheduling, Parts management. Both handle Cloud deployment.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

AllData: How much does ALLDATA Repair cost?

ALLDATA Repair costs $209 per month or $2,508 per year. It provides access to repair information covering 95% of all vehicles and includes 44,000+ engine-specific vehicle records from 1982 to present.

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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.

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AllData: What is the cheapest ALLDATA subscription?

The cheapest individual ALLDATA module is ALLDATA Mobile at $39 per month, but it requires either an ALLDATA Collision or Repair subscription to function. The lowest standalone option is ALLDATA Repair at $209 per month.

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Epicor 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.

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AllData: What is included in ALLDATA's solution packs?

ALLDATA offers bundled solution packs combining multiple modules at discounted rates. Tech Essentials Pack is $254.60 per month including Repair, Tech-Assist, Community, and Estimator. Business Essentials Pack is $312.30 per month with Repair, Shop Manager, Mobile, and diagnostics. Collision Planner Essentials Pack is $359.10 per month.

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Epicor 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.

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Epicor 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.

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Epicor 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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