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Head-to-head · Direct Store Delivery Software

RouteMagic vs Encompass Distribution Cloud

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Higher score RouteMagic #5 in Direct Store Delivery Software 7.5/10 From £29/user/mo ✓ 6 of 6 features Visit RouteMagic
Encompass Distribution Cloud #6 in Direct Store Delivery Software 7.1/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Encompass

RouteMagic leads on 6 checks, Encompass Distribution Cloud on 0, and 1 is 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 scoreRouteMagic · 7.5/10
  • Most featuresRouteMagic · 6 of 6

RouteMagic scores higher on our rubric for direct store delivery software: 7.5 against 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

RouteMagic offers route planning; Encompass Distribution Cloud doesn't publish it. RouteMagic offers van inventory; Encompass Distribution Cloud doesn't publish it. RouteMagic offers mobile order capture; Encompass Distribution Cloud doesn't publish it. RouteMagic offers proof of delivery; Encompass Distribution Cloud doesn't publish it. RouteMagic offers offline mode; Encompass Distribution Cloud doesn't publish it.

RouteMagic is the better fit for route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD. Encompass Distribution Cloud is the better fit for beverage distributors managing DSD and warehouses.

  • RouteMagic fits best

    Route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD

  • Encompass Distribution Cloud fits best

    Beverage distributors managing DSD and warehouses

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Side by side

Feature RouteMagic 7.5/10 Visit ↗ Encompass Distribution Cloud 7.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.5 7.1
Ranking #5 in Direct Store Delivery Software #6 in Direct Store Delivery Software
Best for Route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD Beverage distributors managing DSD and warehouses
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan — Not published
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Android, iOS Web, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Phone Tickets
Compliance GDPR SOC 2, GDPR
Integrations 25+ integrations 5 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features RouteMagic 6/6 · Encompass Distribution Cloud 0/6
Route planning ✓ (best) Not published
Van inventory ✓ (best) Not published
Mobile order capture ✓ (best) Not published
Proof of delivery ✓ (best) Not published
Offline mode ✓ (best) Not published
Invoicing and payments ✓ (best) Not published
Specs
Mobile platforms Both Not published
Our review
Pros
  • 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.
  • Connects route planning, GPS, fleet management, and delivery workflows
  • Supports warehouse picking, replenishment, inventory, and loading
  • Combines sales execution with financials, reporting, and service management
Cons
  • 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.
  • Its breadth may be more than teams seeking delivery-only software need
  • Pricing requires contacting sales
  • Ticket support may not suit teams seeking other support channels
Our verdict

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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Encompass Distribution Cloud is a cloud ERP and route accounting platform for beverage distributors, bottlers, wholesalers, and direct-store-delivery operations. It brings warehouse, purchasing, logistics, sales, delivery, financial,…

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  1. RouteMagicDirect Store Delivery Software 7.5From £29/user/mo
  2. Encompass Distribution CloudDirect Store Delivery Software 7.1Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 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.

  • Encompass Distribution Cloud — where it wins

    • Connects route planning, GPS, fleet management, and delivery workflows
    • Supports warehouse picking, replenishment, inventory, and loading
    • Combines sales execution with financials, reporting, and service management

    Where it doesn't

    • Its breadth may be more than teams seeking delivery-only software need
    • Pricing requires contacting sales
    • Ticket support may not suit teams seeking other support channels
  • RouteMagic7.5/10 · From £29/user/mo

    A mobile DSD suite with route sales, inventory, delivery proof and reconciliation.

    Visit RouteMagicFull verdict →
  • Encompass Distribution Cloud7.1/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad distribution platform that pairs DSD workflows with warehouse and financial operations.

    Visit EncompassFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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