1. Invoay
Invoay Software · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.5/5
Salon, spa and retail billing with CRM and inventory.
₹999/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho Inventory
- No free plan, unlike Zoho Inventory
Billing software · Alternatives
Best Zoho Inventory alternatives in India (2026)
Zoho Inventory is a billing software product from Zoho Corporation, Chennai, priced at ₹999/mo with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 13 have a free plan, 19 are built in India, and 14 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Zoho Inventory are Invoay (₹999/mo), myBillBook (₹291/mo), Swipe (₹208/mo), ProfitBooks (Free plan) and Vyapar (₹291/mo). myBillBook is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹208/month.
Why businesses look for a Zoho Inventory alternative
Cost
Zoho Inventory starts at ₹999/mo. 14 alternatives start lower or have a free plan.
A mobile app
Zoho Inventory does not list an Android app. 3 alternatives do.
Reported limitation
Every plan caps orders, users and locations; going over means buying add-ons (₹399/month per user or per 500 orders)
Reported limitation
Paid plans are priced on annual billing, and GST is charged on top
Reported limitation
Advanced Warehousing is a separate add-on at ₹4,165.83/month
Zoho Inventory alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Zoho Inventory's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Zoho Inventory (current) | ₹999/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | — |
| 1 | Invoay | ₹999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 2 |  myBillBook | ₹291/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 3 |  Swipe | ₹208/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 4 |  ProfitBooks | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 5 |  Vyapar | ₹291/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 6 |  Marg ERP | ₹8,100/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 7 |  HDPOS Smart | ₹1,200/mo | No | Windows | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 8 |  Giddh | ₹300/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 9 |  Groflex | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 10 |  Quick Bill | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 11 |  Reach Accounting | ₹1,000/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 12 |  Invoicera | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 13 |  Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks | ₹999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 14 |  ClearOne by Clear | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 15 |  Sleek Bill | ₹3,000/mo | Yes | Web, Windows | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 16 |  Refrens | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 17 |  Imonggo | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 18 |  Eazy ERP | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.1/5 | |
| 19 |  RealBooks | ₹500/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 20 |  GSTZen Billing | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 |
Top 10 Zoho Inventory alternatives in detail
2. myBillBook
FloBiz · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.7/5
GST billing and inventory app with e-invoicing, payment reminders and business reports.
₹291/mo
Free plan available
Compared with Zoho Inventory
- Starts ₹708/mo cheaper (₹291/mo vs ₹999/mo)
- Also available on Android, iOS
3. Swipe
Nextspeed Technologies · Hyderabad · Billing software · 4.7/5
Simple GST billing and invoicing app with e-invoicing, payment links and inventory.
₹208/mo
Free plan available
Compared with Zoho Inventory
- Starts ₹791/mo cheaper (₹208/mo vs ₹999/mo)
- Also available on Android, iOS
Key features
- GST invoices
- POS billing
- Custom invoice templates and columns
- Share via WhatsApp, email and SMS
- Payment recording and tracking
4. ProfitBooks
ProfitBooks · Pune · Billing software · 4.7/5
Simple online accounting and invoicing for small businesses with inventory.
Free plan
Free plan available
5. Vyapar
Simply Vyapar Apps · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.8/5
Mobile-first GST billing, inventory and accounting app for small traders and shops.
₹291/mo
Free plan available
Compared with Zoho Inventory
- Starts ₹708/mo cheaper (₹291/mo vs ₹999/mo)
- Also available on Android, iOS
Key features
- GST and non-GST invoices
- 200+ theme combinations for invoices
- Add signature, UPI QR code and terms on invoices
- Quick Billing (POS system)
- MRP-based billing
6. Marg ERP
Marg ERP · New Delhi · Billing software · 4.7/5
Billing, inventory and accounting ERP with pharma, FMCG and retail editions.
₹8,100/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho Inventory
- No free plan, unlike Zoho Inventory
- Starts ₹7,101/mo higher (₹8,100/mo vs ₹999/mo)
7. HDPOS Smart
Hyper Drive Information Technologies · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.7/5
Windows billing and inventory software for retail shops and restaurants.
₹1,200/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho Inventory
- No free plan, unlike Zoho Inventory
- Starts ₹201/mo higher (₹1,200/mo vs ₹999/mo)
- Also available on Windows
8. Giddh
Walkover Web Solutions · Indore · Billing software · 4.6/5
Cloud accounting and GST billing with multi-currency and bank reconciliation.
₹300/mo
Free plan available
Compared with Zoho Inventory
- Starts ₹699/mo cheaper (₹300/mo vs ₹999/mo)
9. Groflex
Groflex · Chennai · Billing software · 4.4/5
Cloud invoicing, inventory and accounting for growing businesses.
Free plan
Free plan available
10. Quick Bill
Quick Bill · Pune · Billing software · 4.5/5
GST invoicing with inventory and reports for small businesses.
Free plan
Free plan available
Zoho Inventory alternatives by what you need
Cheaper than Zoho Inventory
Free Zoho Inventory alternatives
Indian alternatives to Zoho Inventory
How to choose a Zoho Inventory alternative
- Confirm e-invoicing and e-way bill support explicitly, and check the thresholds against your turnover — these are separate features from ordinary GST invoicing, and vendors often blur the distinction in marketing copy.
- Check how it handles your item structure. A business selling garments in a size-and-colour matrix has a very different requirement from one selling ten SKUs.
- Ask about Tally. Most Indian accountants still work in Tally, and a clean export or two-way sync will save arguments at filing time.
Zoho Inventory alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Zoho Inventory in 2026?+
The closest matches to Zoho Inventory on App Advisor are Invoay (₹999/mo), myBillBook (₹291/mo), Swipe (₹208/mo). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Zoho Inventory, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Zoho Inventory?+
Yes. 13 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: myBillBook (₹291/mo), Swipe (₹208/mo), ProfitBooks (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to Zoho Inventory?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Swipe starts lowest at ₹208/mo, compared with ₹999/mo for Zoho Inventory. myBillBook also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to Zoho Inventory?+
Yes. 19 alternatives are built in India, including Invoay (₹999/mo), myBillBook (₹291/mo), Swipe (₹208/mo). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Zoho Inventory vs Invoay: which is better?+
Invoay is the closest match to Zoho Inventory in our catalogue. Key differences: No free plan, unlike Zoho Inventory. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Zoho Inventory alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in billing software or a category Zoho Inventory also covers, and Zoho Corporation's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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