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FlinkISO vs SimplerQMS
Both stand on quality management 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 AndroidAPIiPhone+4
FlinkISO brings document control, forms and QMS modules together, with both self-managed and hosted options. The free on-premise plan requires managing the infrastructure, while hosted files have a 25 MB per-file limit.
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SimplerQMS brings quality workflows, traceability, and life-science-focused modules into a cloud subscription. Starter is $17,500/yr for up to 15 users, while larger plans require a quote.
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| FlinkISO | SimplerQMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Form Creation API 12 Months: $750 a year | Starter: $17,500 a year |
| Plans published | 8 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | flinkiso.com | simplerqms.com |
| On quality management software | #1 of 37 | #4 of 37 |
FlinkISO: what it does well
- Supports four named ISO standards
- Includes document version control and approval workflows
- Custom HTML forms need no coding
- Free on-premise plan has no expiry
- All QMS modules included in free on-premise plan
What to know first
- Hosted uploads are limited to 25 MB per file
- Free self-hosted users manage their own infrastructure
- Startup Plan costs $750, paid once
- Hosted storage rates vary by usage band
SimplerQMS: what it does well
- Modules span documents, training, audits, and risk management.
- Automates document review, approval, and routing.
- Microsoft 365 integration supports document editing and saving.
- Subscriptions include implementation, validation, migration, and training.
- Free Viewer license offers read-only access.
What to know first
- Starter costs $17,500/yr for up to 15 users.
- Team & Enterprise pricing is by quote.
- Implementation typically takes five to six weeks.
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