Comparison
Automo Soft vs Reynolds and Reynolds
Reynolds and Reynolds is one of the oldest and most established DMS providers for franchise dealerships. Here is why independent dealers typically look for a very different type of solution.
What is Reynolds and Reynolds?
Reynolds and Reynolds is one of the longest-standing automotive DMS providers in North America, with roots going back over 150 years. Their ERA and POWER systems serve primarily large franchise dealerships with deep F&I, accounting, parts, service, and back-office integration. Reynolds and Reynolds is known for being comprehensive, deeply integrated with OEM systems, and expensive.
Pricing comparison
Automo Soft
Automo Soft plans start at $29/month (Supersonic) and $59/month (Hypersonic). 14-day free trial included. No long-term contract.
Reynolds and Reynolds
Reynolds and Reynolds pricing is not publicly listed and typically requires a multi-year contract for franchise dealers. Industry estimates place costs at $1,000–$2,000+/month depending on modules.
Why independent dealers do not need a franchise DMS
Built for franchises — not designed for independents
Reynolds and Reynolds is built around franchise dealer workflows: F&I back-office, OEM integration, parts and service departments, and large accounting teams. Independent used car dealers do not need this complexity or cost.
A fraction of the cost
Reynolds and Reynolds typically costs $1,000–$2,000+/month for franchise dealers. Automo Soft starts at $29/month for independent dealers with everything they need included.
Modern, cloud-based from the ground up
Automo Soft is built on modern web technology — fast, mobile-friendly, and accessible from any device. No Windows dependencies, no legacy interfaces, no server maintenance.
Setup in hours, not months
Reynolds and Reynolds implementations for franchise dealers can take months. Automo Soft is self-service — most dealers are operational within a few hours.
Facebook Marketplace and social posting built in
Automo Soft includes built-in Facebook Marketplace posting and social media tools — features that enterprise systems like Reynolds and Reynolds typically do not offer natively.
No enterprise contract
Automo Soft is month-to-month with a 14-day free trial. No multi-year commitment, no cancellation penalties.
Frequently asked questions
Is Reynolds and Reynolds worth it for an independent dealer?
For most independent dealers, Reynolds and Reynolds is far more system than needed and far more expensive than justified. Their platform is designed for franchise operations with F&I offices, parts departments, service bays, and large accounting teams. Automo Soft is built specifically for the workflow and budget of an independent dealer.
What are the most important features for an independent dealer?
For most independent dealers, the essentials are: inventory management with VIN decoding, a professional dealer website, lead capture and CRM, deal management, Facebook Marketplace presence, and analytics. Automo Soft includes all of these starting at $29/month.
Does Automo Soft work for dealers with service departments?
Yes. Automo Soft includes appointment booking for service, service appointment management, and service history tracking. If you have a service department alongside your sales lot, Automo Soft handles both.
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