PBS Systems v10 APEX vs DealerVLO

PBS Systems v10 APEX7.8Visit DealerVLO7.6Visit

Higher score PBS Systems v10 APEX #6 in Auto Dealer Software 7.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit PBS Systems

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DealerVLO #8 in Auto Dealer Software 7.6/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 4 features Visit DealerVLO

• PBS Systems v10 APEX fits best

  Mid-market groups focused on CRM-led sales workflows

• DealerVLO fits best

  Solo used-car dealers seeking low-cost DMS basics

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Side by side

Feature	PBS Systems v10 APEX 7.8/10 Visit ↗	DealerVLO 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	7.8	7.6
Ranking	#6 in Auto Dealer Software	#8 in Auto Dealer Software
Best for	Mid-market groups focused on CRM-led sales workflows	Solo used-car dealers seeking low-cost DMS basics
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	Pricing on request	$29/unit/mo
Free plan	Not checked yet	—
Free trial	—	14 days
Support	Email, Phone	Email
Built for	Mid-market, Enterprise	Small business, Solo
Features PBS Systems v10 APEX 0/4 · DealerVLO 3/4
Inventory management	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Lead management	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Vehicle syndication	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Mobile app	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Specs
DMS capabilities	Not checked yet	Full
Dealership types	Not checked yet	Independent used-car dealerships; buy-here-pay-here dealers
Our review
Pros	Multi-source lead management with automated quoting and financing workflows Test-drive scheduling, reminders and mobile electronic signatures API access and two-way interfaces for partner systems	Unlimited vehicles, customers, deals, and team members on one plan Combines deal calculations, title paperwork, and e-signatures Includes a website, marketplace syndication, and BHPH ledger
Cons	Pricing requires a demo and sales conversation Broader scope may exceed dealerships seeking CRM-only software Support is listed by email and phone, not 24/7 coverage	Web-only access; no separate mobile app is verified Email is the only listed support channel One plan offers limited choice for dealers needing tiered options
Our verdict	PBS Systems v10 APEX is an automotive dealership management system for dealerships that want sales, CRM and operational modules in one platform. Its coverage spans accounting, sales, service, parts, CRM and digital service operations, with… Read the review →	DealerVLO is a browser-based dealer management system and CRM for independent used-car dealerships, including buy-here-pay-here lots. Its single Standard plan is aimed at small and solo operators who want inventory, leads, deal documents,… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• PBS Systems v10 APEX — where it wins

  • Multi-source lead management with automated quoting and financing workflows
  • Test-drive scheduling, reminders and mobile electronic signatures
  • API access and two-way interfaces for partner systems

  Where it doesn't

  • Pricing requires a demo and sales conversation
  • Broader scope may exceed dealerships seeking CRM-only software
  • Support is listed by email and phone, not 24/7 coverage

• DealerVLO — where it wins

  • Unlimited vehicles, customers, deals, and team members on one plan
  • Combines deal calculations, title paperwork, and e-signatures
  • Includes a website, marketplace syndication, and BHPH ledger

  Where it doesn't

  • Web-only access; no separate mobile app is verified
  • Email is the only listed support channel
  • One plan offers limited choice for dealers needing tiered options

• PBS Systems v10 APEX7.8/10 · Pricing on request

  A broad dealer management suite for CRM-led sales, service and operations.

  Visit PBS SystemsFull verdict →
• DealerVLO7.6/10 · 14-day trial

  A $29 monthly plan brings inventory, deal paperwork, syndication, and BHPH tools together.

  Visit DealerVLOFull verdict →