Head to head · Accounting software
ERPNext vs Zoho Inventory Plus
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. ERPNext rates highest.
ERPNext4.8
Open-source ERP with accounting, inventory, HR and manufacturing.
FeaturedMade in IndiaFree plan
Paid tiers of Zoho Inventory with multi-warehouse.
Made in IndiaFree plan
| Compare | ERPNext | Zoho Inventory Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Accounting software | Inventory software |
| Vendor | Frappe Technologies | Zoho Corporation |
| Headquarters | Mumbai, Maharashtra | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Made in India | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | Free plan | ₹999/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 2008 | 1996 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Startup, Small business, SMB |
| App Advisor rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
ERPNext: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +18 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo
Key features
- Double-entry ledgers and trial balance
- GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) and reconciliation
- Bank feeds and reconciliation
- TDS and TCS handling
- Balance sheet, P&L and cash flow
- Multi-company and multi-branch books
Zoho Inventory Plus: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +30 years in business — a mature, stable product
- −Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo
Key features
- Multi-location stock tracking
- Barcode and batch/expiry management
- Purchase orders and reorder points
- Marketplace and website sync
- Stock transfers and audits
- Serial number tracking
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, ERPNext or Zoho Inventory Plus?+
ERPNext scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.8/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.
Is ERPNext cheaper than Zoho Inventory Plus?+
ERPNext starts at Free plan and Zoho Inventory Plus at ₹999/mo. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from ERPNext to Zoho Inventory Plus?+
Most accounting software products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.