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inFlow Inventory alternatives: 7 apps ranked by verified data

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

Top picks

  • Zoho Inventory logo

    Best overall

    Zoho Inventory

    Free plan + paid

  • Sortly logo

    Best free option

    Sortly

    Starting price: $24 a month, billed annually ($288/yr)

  • ERPNext logo

    Best open source

    ERPNext

    Open source

Common reasons people leave inFlow Inventory: no free plan after the trial, and pricing page is not easy to read without signing up. We ranked 7 alternatives by how directly each one replaces inFlow Inventory, 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
2Sortly logoSortlyFree plan + paid$24 a month, billed annually ($288/yr)NoWeb, iOS, Android7 of 764.8
3CiCin7Paid$349 per month (Standard)NoWeb6 of 661.8
4ERPNext logoERPNextOpen source—YesWeb, Self-hosted4 of 451.2
5QuickBooks Online logoQuickBooks OnlineFree plan + paid$38/month (Simple Start, 1 user); 50% off first 3 monthsNoWeb, iOS, Android9 of 950.0
6Fishbowl logoFishbowlPaid$229 per month, billed annuallyNoWeb, Windows, iOS +15 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 inFlow Inventory

    Free plan and marketplace syncing with Amazon and Etsy, plus Zoho's accounting.

    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 inFlow Inventory 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. Sortly logo

    2. Sortly

    Best for: Small teams tracking stock, tools or equipment from their phones

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from inFlow Inventory

    Simpler mobile stock tracking for teams that don't need orders or manufacturing.

    Pros

    • Very easy to set up with photos and folders
    • Barcode and QR scanning with a phone camera
    • Free plan for up to 100 items

    Cons

    • Paid plans are priced by item count, which grows fast
    • Purchase orders only on higher plans
    • No sales-channel or marketplace order syncing
    Visit Sortly 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 Sortly a good inFlow Inventory alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 100 unique items
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sortly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days on all paid plans
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sortly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Barcode scanning
    In-app with a smartphone
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sortly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Check-in/check-out
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sortly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $24 a month, billed annually ($288/yr)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sortly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Ultra plan
    $74 a month, billed annually ($888/yr)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sortly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium plan
    $149 a month, billed annually ($1,788/yr)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sortly.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Ci

    3. Cin7

    Best for: Product brands selling wholesale, online and in retail that need one stock system

    PaidWeb

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from inFlow Inventory

    Larger platform with EDI, POS and 3PL connections for high order volumes.

    Pros

    • Unlimited inventory locations on every plan
    • EDI, POS, B2B portal and 3PL links available
    • Integrates with 700+ apps including Shopify, Amazon and Xero

    Cons

    • 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
    Visit Cin7 Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Cin7 a good inFlow Inventory alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Starting price
    $349 per month (Standard)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cin7.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Locations
    Unlimited
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cin7.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    700+ app partners
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cin7.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Editions
    Cin7 Core and Cin7 Omni
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cin7.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro plan
    $599 per month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cin7.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Advanced plan
    $1,199 per month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cin7.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. ERPNext logo

    4. ERPNext

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

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    51.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from inFlow Inventory

    Open-source ERP with stock, manufacturing and accounting at no licence cost.

    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 ×0.341
    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 ERPNext a good inFlow Inventory 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)
  5. QuickBooks Online logo

    5. QuickBooks Online

    Best for: US small businesses that work with an accountant and want the most widely supported tool

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    50.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from inFlow Inventory

    Its Plus and Advanced plans track inventory quantities inside the accounting app, enough for simple stock needs.

    Pros

    • Almost every US accountant and bookkeeper knows it
    • Large integration catalogue plus payroll and payments add-ons
    • Scales from a sole trader to a mid-sized company on one product

    Cons

    • Prices have risen repeatedly and add-ons add up
    • Free tier is limited to one user and basic tracking
    • Support quality is a frequent complaint
    Visit QuickBooks Online Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    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 QuickBooks Online a good inFlow Inventory alternative?

    Verified facts

    9 of 9 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, 1 user
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Simple Start price
    $38/month (regular price)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    800+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    iOS and Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $38/month (Simple Start, 1 user); 50% off first 3 months
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Essentials plan
    $85/month (3 users)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus plan
    $140/month (5 users)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Advanced plan
    $340/month (25 users)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026quickbooks.intuit.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Fishbowl logo

    6. 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 inFlow Inventory

    Step up to BOMs, MRP and lot tracking when you outgrow basic stock control.

    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 inFlow Inventory 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)
  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 inFlow Inventory

    Deeper manufacturing planning than kit assembly, with Shopify sync and a free starter plan.

    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 inFlow Inventory 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 inFlow Inventory alternative for…

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

Zoho Inventory logo

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for most people

Zoho Inventory

Free plan and marketplace syncing with Amazon and Etsy, plus Zoho's accounting.

ERPNext logo

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for a free option

ERPNext

Open-source ERP with stock, manufacturing and accounting at no licence cost.

Sortly logo

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Sortly

Simpler mobile stock tracking for teams that don't need orders or manufacturing.

ERPNext logo

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for open source

ERPNext

Open-source ERP with stock, manufacturing and accounting at no licence cost.

ERPNext logo

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for self-hosting

ERPNext

Open-source ERP with stock, manufacturing and accounting at no licence cost.

Fishbowl logo

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for Windows

Fishbowl

Step up to BOMs, MRP and lot tracking when you outgrow basic stock control.

QuickBooks Online logo

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for iPhone and Android

QuickBooks Online

Its Plus and Advanced plans track inventory quantities inside the accounting app, enough for simple stock needs.

Ci

Best inFlow Inventory alternative for working in the browser

Cin7

Larger platform with EDI, POS and 3PL connections for high order volumes.

inFlow Inventory alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to inFlow Inventory?

Zoho Inventory ranks first right now. Free plan and marketplace syncing with Amazon and Etsy, plus Zoho's accounting. Sortly and Cin7 follow it in our ranking.

inFlow Inventory vs Zoho Inventory: what's the difference?

inFlow Inventory is a paid product; Zoho Inventory is free with paid plans. Both run on Web, iOS and Android.

Is inFlow Inventory free?

inFlow Inventory is a paid product. Free trial: 14 days, no credit card; Starting price: $129 a month (Lite), or $1,188 a year; Core plan: $379 a month, or $3,588 a year; Pro plan: $629 a month, or $5,988 a year. Checked on inFlow Inventory's own site, November 2026.

How much do inFlow Inventory alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked inFlow Inventory alternatives: Sortly, $24 a month, billed annually ($288/yr); Cin7, $349 per month (Standard); QuickBooks Online, $38/month (Simple Start, 1 user); 50% off first 3 months; 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 inFlow Inventory?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to inFlow Inventory?

Yes: ERPNext. ERPNext can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from inFlow Inventory?

The complaints we hear most: no free plan after the trial; pricing page is not easy to read without signing up; less suited to marketplace-heavy online sellers.

How is this list ranked?

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