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Cin7 alternatives: 7 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll inventory management software

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Cin7: starts at several hundred dollars a month, and plans cap the number of ecommerce integrations and orders. We ranked 7 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Cin7, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Zoho Inventory currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Zoho Inventory logoZoho InventoryFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 468.8
2inFlow Inventory logoinFlow InventoryPaid$129 a month (Lite), or $1,188 a yearNoWeb, iOS, Android8 of 864.8
3ERPNext logoERPNextOpen source—YesWeb, Self-hosted4 of 452.6
4Odoo Accounting logoOdoo AccountingFree plan + paid—YesWeb, iOS, Android +14 of 451.2
5Fishbowl logoFishbowlPaid$229 per month, billed annuallyNoWeb, Windows, iOS +15 of 542.3
6Brightpearl logoBrightpearlPaid—NoWeb5 of 542.3
7Katana logoKatanaFree plan + paid—NoWeb6 of 642.3
  1. Zoho Inventory logo

    1. Zoho InventoryTop pick

    Best for: Small multichannel sellers who want stock synced with Amazon, Shopify and their accounting

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cin7

    Much cheaper, with a free plan and marketplace syncing for smaller sellers.

    Pros

    • Free plan for very small sellers
    • Syncs stock with Amazon, Etsy, Shopify and WooCommerce
    • Works closely with Zoho Books and also QuickBooks and Xero

    Cons

    • Order caps on each plan push busy sellers to higher tiers
    • Serial, batch and barcode features need Premium or above
    • Limited manufacturing features compared with Cin7 or Katana
    Visit Zoho Inventory Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Zoho Inventory a good Cin7 alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    50 orders/month, 1 user
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Marketplace sync
    Amazon, Etsy
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Accounting integrations
    Zoho Books, Xero, QuickBooks Online
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Shipping
    UPS to 200 countries from inside the app
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. inFlow Inventory logo

    2. inFlow Inventory

    Best for: Wholesalers and light manufacturers that need barcoding, kits and B2B ordering

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cin7

    Lower-cost option for wholesalers needing barcoding and a B2B portal.

    Pros

    • Built-in B2B ordering portal for wholesale customers
    • Handles kits and simple manufacturing
    • Own scanner and label printer hardware available

    Cons

    • No free plan after the trial
    • Pricing page is not easy to read without signing up
    • Less suited to marketplace-heavy online sellers
    Visit inFlow Inventory Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is inFlow Inventory a good Cin7 alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Free trial
    14 days, no credit card
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    Android and iOS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    B2B portal
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Archon Systems Inc.
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $129 a month (Lite), or $1,188 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Core plan
    $379 a month, or $3,588 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro plan
    $629 a month, or $5,988 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Max plan
    $879 a month, or $8,388 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026inflowinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. ERPNext logo

    3. ERPNext

    Best for: Small and mid-sized companies that want accounting tied to inventory and operations without licence fees

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    52.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cin7

    Open-source ERP covering stock and manufacturing without per-order pricing.

    Pros

    • All modules free under GPL-3.0
    • Accounting shares one database with stock, sales and HR
    • Choice of self-hosting or managed Frappe Cloud

    Cons

    • Overkill for freelancers and very small businesses
    • Implementation takes time or a partner
    • Fewer accountants know it than mainstream tools
    Visit ERPNext Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.346
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is ERPNext a good Cin7 alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free and open source; you pay for hosting
    Checked Nov 8, 2026frappe.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Managed hosting
    From $5/month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026frappe.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Current version
    v16
    Checked Nov 8, 2026frappe.io(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Odoo Accounting logo

    4. Odoo Accounting

    Best for: Growing businesses that want accounting inside one suite with inventory, sales and HR

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceSelf-hostableWeb, iOS, Android, Self-hosted

    51.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cin7

    Odoo's modular suite adds inventory and manufacturing apps beside accounting.

    Pros

    • Shares data with Odoo inventory, sales, CRM and HR
    • One app free on Odoo Online with unlimited users
    • Open-source Community edition can be self-hosted

    Cons

    • Full Accounting features need the paid Enterprise edition
    • Setup and localisation often need a partner
    • More complex than a small business needs
    Visit Odoo Accounting Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.341
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Odoo Accounting a good Cin7 alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    One app, unlimited users
    Checked Nov 8, 2026odoo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    Yes, no credit card
    Checked Nov 8, 2026odoo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Bank synchronization
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026odoo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Source code
    Open-source apps
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Fishbowl logo

    5. Fishbowl

    Best for: QuickBooks-based manufacturers and distributors who need BOMs, MRP and barcode-driven stock control

    PaidWeb, Windows, iOS, Android

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cin7

    Strong manufacturing tools and deep QuickBooks sync for makers and distributors.

    Pros

    • Deep two-way links with QuickBooks Online, Desktop and Xero
    • Manufacturing tools: BOMs, MRP, work orders and job costing
    • Published starting prices instead of quote-only pricing
    • Implementation specialist and training included with every plan

    Cons

    • No free plan or self-serve monthly option; billed annually
    • Entry tier includes only two users
    • Several features on the plan comparison are still marked coming soon
    Visit Fishbowl Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Fishbowl a good Cin7 alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Starting price
    $229 per month, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fishbowlinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users on entry plan
    2 users
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fishbowlinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Accounting integrations
    QuickBooks Online and Xero
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fishbowlinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Manufacturing
    BOMs, MRP and work orders
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fishbowlinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Headquarters
    American Fork, Utah
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fishbowlinventory.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Brightpearl logo

    6. Brightpearl

    Best for: Growing Shopify and multichannel retailers who need one back office for stock, orders and finance

    PaidWeb

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cin7

    Retail ERP with unlimited users and an automation engine for multichannel retailers.

    Pros

    • Single stock count across stores, web, wholesale and marketplaces
    • No-code automation rules for routing, allocation and invoicing
    • Unlimited users included in every plan
    • Owned by Sage, with Xero, QuickBooks and Sage accounting links

    Cons

    • No public prices; you need a sales call and a custom quote
    • Implementation typically takes 90 to 120 days
    • Aimed at established retailers, so overkill for small shops
    Visit Brightpearl Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Brightpearl a good Cin7 alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Owner
    Sage Group
    Checked Nov 8, 2026brightpearl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    Unlimited, no extra cost
    Checked Nov 8, 2026brightpearl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pricing
    Custom quote
    Checked Nov 8, 2026brightpearl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Typical go-live
    90 to 120 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026brightpearl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Support
    24/7 unlimited support
    Checked Nov 8, 2026brightpearl.com(opens source in a new tab)
  7. Katana logo

    7. Katana

    Best for: Small manufacturers and DTC makers who need BOMs, production planning and Shopify-synced stock

    Free plan + paidWeb

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cin7

    Built for makers, with multi-level BOMs, work orders and a free plan for small catalogs.

    Pros

    • Free plan with every feature and unlimited users (30 SKUs)
    • Multi-level BOMs, work orders and a shop-floor app
    • Shopify, QuickBooks Online and Xero integrations
    • Open API plus an MCP server for AI assistants

    Cons

    • Free plan caps you at 30 SKUs after the first 15 days
    • Paid plan is quote-only with no public price
    • Only Shopify connects on the free plan for e-commerce
    Visit Katana Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Katana a good Cin7 alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, $0 for up to 30 SKUs
    Checked Nov 8, 2026katanamrp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    Unlimited
    Checked Nov 8, 2026katanamrp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Yes, plus MCP server
    Checked Nov 8, 2026katanamrp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Paid plan
    Advantage, custom pricing
    Checked Nov 8, 2026katanamrp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan price
    $0, no card required
    Checked Nov 8, 2026katanamrp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Advantage plan
    Custom annual contract
    Checked Nov 8, 2026katanamrp.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Cin7 alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Zoho Inventory logo

Best Cin7 alternative for most people

Zoho Inventory

Much cheaper, with a free plan and marketplace syncing for smaller sellers.

ERPNext logo

Best Cin7 alternative for a free option

ERPNext

Open-source ERP covering stock and manufacturing without per-order pricing.

Odoo Accounting logo

Best Cin7 alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Odoo Accounting

Odoo's modular suite adds inventory and manufacturing apps beside accounting.

ERPNext logo

Best Cin7 alternative for open source

ERPNext

Open-source ERP covering stock and manufacturing without per-order pricing.

ERPNext logo

Best Cin7 alternative for self-hosting

ERPNext

Open-source ERP covering stock and manufacturing without per-order pricing.

Fishbowl logo

Best Cin7 alternative for Windows

Fishbowl

Strong manufacturing tools and deep QuickBooks sync for makers and distributors.

inFlow Inventory logo

Best Cin7 alternative for iPhone and Android

inFlow Inventory

Lower-cost option for wholesalers needing barcoding and a B2B portal.

Brightpearl logo

Best Cin7 alternative for working in the browser

Brightpearl

Retail ERP with unlimited users and an automation engine for multichannel retailers.

Cin7 alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Cin7?

Zoho Inventory ranks first right now. Much cheaper, with a free plan and marketplace syncing for smaller sellers. inFlow Inventory and ERPNext follow it in our ranking.

Cin7 vs Zoho Inventory: what's the difference?

Cin7 is a paid product; Zoho Inventory is free with paid plans. Only Zoho Inventory runs on iOS and Android.

Is Cin7 free?

Cin7 is a paid product. Starting price: $349 per month (Standard); Pro plan: $599 per month; Advanced plan: $1,199 per month. Checked on Cin7's own site, November 2026.

How much do Cin7 alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Cin7 alternatives: inFlow Inventory, $129 a month (Lite), or $1,188 a year; Fishbowl, $229 per month, billed annually. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Cin7?

Yes. Zoho Inventory (free plan + paid), ERPNext (open source), Odoo Accounting (free plan + paid) and Katana (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Cin7?

Yes: ERPNext and Odoo Accounting. ERPNext and Odoo Accounting can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from Cin7?

The complaints we hear most: starts at several hundred dollars a month; plans cap the number of ecommerce integrations and orders; more setup than simpler tools like Sortly or Zoho Inventory.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Cin7, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.