AutoFire vs DealerSync

AutoFire vs DealerSync: Pricing, Features & Fit (2026)

DealerSync, a Long Beach, California company founded by an independent dealer, sells to independent dealerships by quote. It covers websites, inventory, market pricing, leads and marketing. Below, DealerSync and AutoFire™ side by side on price, contract, website, inventory, leads and feeds. Every claim about DealerSync links to its own public pages.

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The short answer

DealerSync fits a dealer who wants inventory automation, book values and a deal-rating optimizer next to the website. It also has a team to run ads and SEO. Pricing is by quote under a contract, so plan on a demo. AutoFire publishes its prices, starts free for 10 cars and has no contract.

At a glance

DealerSync facts checked November 1, 2026 from its public pages. Confirm current pricing and terms with DealerSync.
AutoFireDealerSync
Published priceFree for 10 vehicles; $59.99 (25), $99.99 (75), $199 (200) per monthNot published; dealersync.com/pricing returns a 404 page
Contract and setupNo contract or setup fee; cancel anytime. Free plan and 30-day Pro trial need no cardContract-based, per its referral terms; length and terms not published
Dealer websiteMobile dealer website with a page per vehicle; custom domain on paid plansTemplates or fully custom builds; SRP and VDP pricing format built for FTC all-in pricing
Inventory toolsVIN decoding, photo tools, CSV and Frazer import, and import from your current websiteSmartVIN+ inventory platform; SmartImages add window stickers and history reports to photos
DMS (deals and accounting)No. Keep your DMS for deals and accountingNot published
Leads and CRMLead inbox with the vehicle attached, test-drive scheduling, ADF export to your CRMLead inbox for website, Autotrader, CarGurus, Facebook and other leads
Credit applicationLinks your lender or credit-app provider on the site; no SSN collectionNot published
Marketplace and ad feedsCarGurus, Cars.com, Autotrader, Google and Meta feeds on paid plans (marketplace fees separate)Pushes inventory changes to marketplace listings; partners page claims "300+ Integrations"
AI shopper chatAI website assistant that answers from your live inventory, on paid plansNot published
Mobile appiPhone app on every planDealerSync Mobile on the App Store, if it is part of your software package
Built forIndependent used-car dealersIndependent dealerships

Sources: DealerSync dealer websites · DealerSync inventory management · DealerSync lead management · DealerSync partners · DealerSync referral terms · About DealerSync · DealerSync contact (signup redirect) · DealerSync product updates · App Store: DealerSync Mobile · DealerSync pricing URL (404) · AutoFire pricing · AutoFire features · AutoFire integrations

What is DealerSync?

DealerSync, a Long Beach, California company founded by an independent dealer, sells to independent dealerships by quote. It covers websites, inventory, market pricing, leads and marketing. Pricing: not published; quoted after a demo, under a signed contract.

What DealerSync does well, from its own materials:

  • SmartVIN+ is billed as "the first autonomous inventory management platform", using machine learning and OEM build data.
  • Comparables, KBB, J.D. Power and Manheim values, and a deal-rating optimizer sit in the same platform as the website.
  • Its partners page lists marketplaces, DMS systems including Frazer and DealerCenter, and finance partners.
  • Advertises a "100% US-based support team."
  • Runs Google Vehicle Listing Ads, Facebook Marketplace and inventory ads, and TikTok campaigns.

Sources: DealerSync home · DealerSync inventory management · DealerSync market analysis · DealerSync digital marketing · DealerSync partners · DealerSync referral terms · DealerSync contact (signup redirect) · DealerSync pricing URL (404)

What to check before you choose DealerSync

  • No pricing is published, and dealersync.com/pricing returns a 404 page.
  • No free plan or self-serve trial. The /signup page redirects to a demo request.
  • Its referral terms say a signed contract is required. Contract length and terms are not published.
  • The App Store listing says mobile access "must also be part of your software package".
  • The "#1 Fastest Sites" and ADA claims come with no published test method or audit. Ask for results.
  • Domain ownership, data export and cancellation terms are not published.

Sources: DealerSync home · DealerSync dealer websites · DealerSync referral terms · DealerSync contact (signup redirect) · App Store: DealerSync Mobile · DealerSync pricing URL (404)

DealerSync or AutoFire: which fits your lot?

Choose DealerSync if

  • You want market pricing tools and KBB, J.D. Power and Manheim values in the same system as your website.
  • You want a deal-rating optimizer for third-party deal-rating tiers.
  • You want SEO services and managed Google, Facebook and TikTok campaigns from one vendor.
  • You need integrations with a long list of DMS, marketplace and finance partners.

Choose AutoFire if

  • You want to see the price before you talk to sales.
  • You want to start free for 10 cars, with no contract.
  • You want an AI website assistant that answers shoppers from your live inventory.
  • You want an iPhone app included on every plan.

Questions to ask on a DealerSync demo

  1. What is my monthly price, and what does it include?
  2. How long is the contract, does it auto-renew, and what does early cancellation cost?
  3. Is the mobile app included in my package?
  4. Who owns my domain, and how do I export my inventory and leads if I leave?
  5. Can you share test results behind the speed and ADA accessibility claims?
  6. Does my DMS integration cost extra?

Switching from DealerSync to AutoFire

  • Read your contract for the term end date and any cancellation notice period.
  • Confirm in writing who controls your domain and how to export your data; neither is published.
  • Keep your DMS. AutoFire is not a DMS, so only the website and feeds move.
  • Import your inventory into AutoFire by CSV, from Frazer, or from your current website.

Paste your current website on the AutoFire homepage to preview your own cars on AutoFire, or compare plans by lot size.

Frequently asked questions

How much does DealerSync cost?

DealerSync does not publish prices, and its /pricing page returns a 404. You get a price after a demo. AutoFire is free for 10 vehicles, then $59.99 a month for 25.

Does DealerSync have a free trial?

No self-serve trial is offered; its signup page redirects to a demo request. AutoFire has a free plan and a 30-day Pro trial with no card.

Does DealerSync require a contract?

Its referral terms refer to a signed DealerSync contract. The length and terms are not published. AutoFire has no contract.

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