DealerPilot vs Vital Software
DealerPilot
dealerpilot.co.ukVital Software
vitalsoftware.com.auSide by side
| Figure | DealerPilot | Vital Software |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | £79/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 3 | 0 |
| Spec score · Automotive CRM Software | 8.9 (#2) | 7.0 (#24) |
| Mobile app | The iOS and Android apps provide push notifications, Face ID or biometric locking, plate scanning, leads, stock, tasks, diary and voice AI. | A Vital Cars app update document says the app is available through the App Store and Google Play. |
| Onboarding | DealerPilot says it provides personal onboarding support and helps dealers migrate stock and teams from spreadsheets. | Its implementation team manages onboarding from DMS integration through dashboard configuration, with timelines varying by DMS environment and network size. |
| Support | Starter includes email support, Professional priority support, and Enterprise phone and video support plus a dedicated account manager. | Vital Software says its technical support team is based in Australia. |
Plans
In their own words
DealerPilot
DealerPilot combines stock management, customer relationship management, sales, workflow, invoicing, and analytics for independent used car dealers in the UK. Entering a vehicle registration can populate vehicle details and MOT history using DVLA and MOT data. Its CRM connects conversations with vehicles and deal stages, supporting enquiries, appointments, proposals, and handovers. The platform records sales, part-exchanges, and finance, and supports one-click VAT invoicing. Vehicle preparation can be tracked through Incoming, In Preparation, and Ready for Sale, with blockers and rush flags. iOS and Android access is included on every plan, with plate scanning, tasks, bookings, and reminders. Professional and Enterprise plans include built-in AI powered by GPT-4o for questions about stock, sales, workflow, and reminders. The 14-day trial requires no credit card but is limited to 10 vehicles and 2 staff. Plans cost 49.00 GBP, 99.00 GBP, or £199 a month. The maker describes DealerPilot as UK-hosted and GDPR-compliant.
Vital Software
Vital Software has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.