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Cascadia PLM vs SQLWorks
Both stand on bill of materials software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3
Cascadia PLM brings engineering records and change workflows together, with both self-hosted and managed-cloud paths. The free core includes APIs, while managed-cloud API access is an optional paid add-on.
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SQLWorks brings production planning, finance, CRM, and inventory into one desktop platform. Its HMRC connection, permissions, backup, and customization options should be weighed against the paid per-user model.
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| Cascadia PLM | SQLWorks | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Managed Cloud: $850 a month | Build your SQLWorks: £37 a month |
| Plans published | 10 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | cascadiaplm.com | sqlworks.co.uk |
| On bill of materials software | #1 of 52 | #46 of 52 |
Cascadia PLM: what it does well
- Free core includes unlimited editors and viewers.
- Includes REST and SysML v2 APIs.
- Supports multi-level BOMs and revision schemes.
- Self-hosting and Kubernetes deployment are documented.
What to know first
- Managed-cloud API access costs extra.
- Managed Cloud up to 20 editors costs $850 a month.
- Configuration uses TypeScript files.
SQLWorks: what it does well
- Combines manufacturing and accounting
- MRP forecasts component requirements
- HMRC API supports VAT submissions
- Group permissions override individual settings
- Cloud backup and audit trail
What to know first
- No free plan is available
- Costs £37 per user per month
- Desktop deployment on macOS and Windows
- Integration work goes through the development team
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