Head-to-head · Direct Store Delivery Software
Solid Route Accounting vs RouteMagic
Solid Route Accounting 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 scoreSolid Route Accounting · 8.5/10
- Free trialonly Solid Route Accounting
Solid Route Accounting scores higher on our rubric for direct store delivery software: 8.5 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.
Solid Route Accounting is the better fit for small and mid-sized distributor teams running routes. RouteMagic is the better fit for route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD.
- Solid Route Accounting fits best
Small and mid-sized distributor teams running routes
- RouteMagic fits best
Route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD
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Side by side
| Feature | Solid Route Accounting 8.5/10 Visit ↗ | RouteMagic 8.3/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.5 | 8.3 |
| Ranking | #4 in Direct Store Delivery Software | #6 in Direct Store Delivery Software |
| Best for | Small and mid-sized distributor teams running routes | Route-sales teams seeking affordable mobile DSD |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | £29/user/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 35 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Android, iOS | Android, iOS |
| Support | Live chat, Email, Phone, Docs | Live chat, Phone |
| Integrations | 5 integrations | 25+ integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Solid Route Accounting 6/6 · RouteMagic 6/6 | ||
| Route planning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Van inventory | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile order capture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Proof of delivery | ✓ | ✓ |
| Offline mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Invoicing and payments | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Mobile platforms | Both | Both |
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| Our verdict | Solid Route Accounting connects direct store delivery work with route accounting for small and mid-sized distributors. Drivers can plan and organize routes, navigate between stops, enter orders, issue invoices or credits, collect payments,… Read the review → |
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… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Solid Route Accounting — where it wins
- Offline mobile transactions support field work beyond connectivity.
- Combines order entry, payments, inventory tracking and signature capture.
- Integrates with QuickBooks, Sage 100, Solid Business Central and SYSPRO.
Where it doesn't
- Sage 100 plans are split into Professional and Enterprise editions.
- Mobile field work relies on the Solid Sales Pro app for Android or iOS.
- Paid product; no free plan is offered.
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.
- Solid Route Accounting8.5/10 · 35-day trial
A route-to-accounting workflow with offline mobile sales, inventory control and proof of delivery.
Visit Solid RouteFull verdict → - RouteMagic8.3/10 · Paid
A mobile DSD suite with route sales, inventory, delivery proof and reconciliation.
Visit RouteMagicFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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