AutoManager at a glance
Sold as a modular suite: DeskManager DMS, WebManager websites/marketing, and Selly CRM.
AutoManager has deep, traditional DMS strengths (forms including Reynolds & Reynolds, BHPH with Metro 2 reporting, QuickBooks sync). The difference is that its DMS, website, and CRM are separate products; AutoDealer.io is one platform, and its AI is a cross-platform assistant rather than task-specific tools.
How they compare
A neutral, feature-by-feature look at AutoDealer.io and AutoManager.
| Feature | AutoDealer.io | AutoManager |
|---|---|---|
| Approach | All-in-one, AI-first | Modular suite (DeskManager + WebManager + Selly) |
| Cloud-native (browser-based) | Yes | Yes (DeskManager Online) |
| Hosted dealer website | Included | Separate WebManager module |
| AI assistants (shopper + staff) | Included — conversational | Task-specific AI tools; no conversational assistant |
| AI vehicle descriptions | Yes | Yes |
| Inventory, VIN decode + syndication | Yes | Yes (250+ channels) |
| CRM (leads & deals) | Included | Separate Selly module |
| Buy Here Pay Here | Yes — in-house loan servicing | Yes — Metro 2 reporting |
| Accounting | Reporting (no full general ledger) | QuickBooks Online sync |
| Pricing model | Bundled, month-to-month, free trial | Per-module (DMS / website / CRM priced separately) |
When AutoManager may be the better fit
We’d rather you pick the right tool. AutoManager is a strong choice when:
- You want a long-established DMS with a deep traditional forms/contracts library (including Reynolds & Reynolds) and extensive BHPH tooling such as Metro 2 credit reporting.
- You prefer to buy only specific modules (just the DMS, or just a website) rather than one platform.
- You rely on QuickBooks Online and want tight accounting sync.
- You want a specific roster of lender/credit integrations (RouteOne, Dealertrack, CUDL, 700Credit) out of the box.
Where AutoDealer.io is different
- One unified platform — the DMS, website, and CRM are the same product, not three subscriptions.
- Conversational shopper and staff AI assistants, not only task-specific AI content tools.
- A single bundled price instead of stacking DeskManager + WebManager + Selly.
AutoDealer.io vs AutoManager: FAQ
Is AutoDealer.io a good AutoManager alternative?
If you’d rather have the DMS, website, and CRM unified in one platform with a cross-platform AI assistant, yes. AutoManager is a strong fit if you want to buy individual modules or need its specific F&I/lender and QuickBooks integrations.
Does AutoManager have AI?
AutoManager markets task-specific AI tools such as an AI vehicle-description generator and AI-assisted Facebook ads. AutoDealer.io adds conversational shopper and staff assistants that work across the platform.
Is the website included?
With AutoDealer.io the hosted website is part of the platform. With AutoManager the website is a separate WebManager module.
Comparison based on publicly available information as of June 2026; product details and pricing change, so verify the current specifics with each vendor. AutoManager is a trademark of its respective owner; AutoDealer.io is not affiliated with or endorsed by AutoManager. Sources: automanager.com, automanager.com, automanager.com, automanager.com.
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