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ERPNext vs FlowSync

Both stand on food manufacturing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

ERPNext

Free plan APILinuxMac+2

ERPNext combines core business modules with customization tools and REST API access. Self-hosting avoids a product charge, while Frappe Cloud hosting has listed monthly fees.

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FlowSync

Free trial Web

FlowSync combines manufacturing workflows with GST accounting, QC and AI analysis. Its listed yearly plan has defined company, plant, user and storage limits, while some tax functions require an additional key.

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The facts

ERPNextFlowSync
Free planYesA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAPI, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, WebWeb
Lowest paid planSites: $5 a monthFlowSync: ₹19,999 a year
Plans published61
MakerERPNextNot published
Websitefrappe.iomydatainsightspvtltd.com
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ERPNext: what it does well

  • Covers finance, inventory, order, and manufacturing operations.
  • Supports multiple subsidiaries, branches, and currencies.
  • Includes a low-code and no-code customization builder.
  • Can be self-hosted with no product charge.

What to know first

  • Product Warranty covers bug fixes, not functional support.
  • Managed Frappe Cloud Sites hosting starts at $5.00 per month.

FlowSync: what it does well

  • Connects sales, production, dispatch and accounting
  • Supports multi-level BOMs, routing and work orders
  • QC-cleared stock is required for dispatch
  • AI copilot answers plain-English business questions
  • Includes automatic backups and a full audit trail

What to know first

  • Yearly plan includes one company and one plant
  • Yearly plan includes five users and 20 GB
  • E-Invoice and e-Way Bill require a GST Suvidha Provider key

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