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Head-to-head · Direct Store Delivery Software

DSD Manager vs RouteMagic

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Higher score DSD Manager #1 in Direct Store Delivery Software 8.9/10 Pricing on request ✓ 5 of 6 features Contact IntegraSys
RouteMagic #6 in Direct Store Delivery Software 8.3/10 Paid ✓ 6 of 6 features Visit RouteMagic

DSD Manager leads on 0 checks, RouteMagic on 0, and 7 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDSD Manager · 8.9/10
  • Most featuresRouteMagic · 6 of 6

DSD Manager scores higher on our rubric for direct store delivery software: 8.9 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #6.

DSD Manager is the better fit for distributors needing end-to-end route accounting. RouteMagic is the better fit for route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD.

  • DSD Manager fits best

    Distributors needing end-to-end route accounting

  • RouteMagic fits best

    Route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD

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Side by side

Feature DSD Manager 8.9/10 Visit ↗ RouteMagic 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.3
Ranking #1 in Direct Store Delivery Software #6 in Direct Store Delivery Software
Best for Distributors needing end-to-end route accounting Route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request £29/user/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Android, iOS
Support Email, Phone Live chat, Phone
Compliance PCI DSS GDPR
Integrations 4 integrations 25+ integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features DSD Manager 5/6 · RouteMagic 6/6
Route planning ✓ ✓
Van inventory ✓ ✓
Mobile order capture ✓ ✓
Proof of delivery ✓ ✓
Offline mode Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Invoicing and payments ✓ ✓
Specs
Mobile platforms Both Both
Our review
Pros
  • Connects route scheduling, truck inventory and delivery processing.
  • Captures customer signatures for electronic proof of delivery.
  • Includes EDI, warehouse tools and built-in financials.
  • Combines route planning, van-sales ordering, invoicing and inventory.
  • Offline app sync supports field work when connectivity drops.
  • Captures signed, photo, geostamped and timestamped proof of delivery.
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales.
  • Broad operational coverage may exceed simpler delivery needs.
  • Integrations listed focus on routing, maps and credit card systems.
  • No free plan; Lite starts at £29 per user monthly.
  • Three paid tiers are listed, but their feature differences are not specified.
  • No 24/7 support; support is available by chat and phone.
Our verdict

DSD Manager brings route accounting and delivery operations together for direct store delivery distributors, from truck sales and pre-sales to warehouse activity and back-office financials. Its mobile tools support order entry, delivery…

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RouteMagic brings route sales and distribution workflows together for wholesalers and distributors, including direct-store-delivery teams. Its mobile app runs on iOS and Android, with route planning, order capture, vehicle stock…

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  1. DSD ManagerDirect Store Delivery Software 8.9Pricing on request
  2. RouteMagicDirect Store Delivery Software 8.3Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • DSD Manager — where it wins

    • Connects route scheduling, truck inventory and delivery processing.
    • Captures customer signatures for electronic proof of delivery.
    • Includes EDI, warehouse tools and built-in financials.

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales.
    • Broad operational coverage may exceed simpler delivery needs.
    • Integrations listed focus on routing, maps and credit card systems.

  • RouteMagic — where it wins

    • Combines route planning, van-sales ordering, invoicing and inventory.
    • Offline app sync supports field work when connectivity drops.
    • Captures signed, photo, geostamped and timestamped proof of delivery.

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; Lite starts at £29 per user monthly.
    • Three paid tiers are listed, but their feature differences are not specified.
    • No 24/7 support; support is available by chat and phone.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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