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InvenTree vs OpenBoxes
Both stand on inventory 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 AndroidAPIiPhone+2
InvenTree brings parts, stock, orders, and build management together, with web, mobile, and self-hosted options. The free plan leaves support and maintenance outside its included scope.
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3
Choose OpenBoxes if you need inventory management with barcode scanning, purchase orders and stock alerts, and want a choice between self-hosting and managed hosting. The free Community Edition requires you to cover hosting and operating costs; Enterprise OpenBoxes Lift has no listed price.
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| InvenTree | OpenBoxes | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Self-Hosted: $24 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 12 |
| Maker | InvenTree | OpenBoxes |
| Website | inventree.org | openboxes.org |
| On inventory management software | #2 of 75 | #1 of 75 |
InvenTree: what it does well
- Free, MIT-licensed software
- Tracks stock by part, location, or build
- Supports BOM uploads and build stock allocation
- Android and iOS apps include barcode actions
- Provides a REST API and Python bindings
What to know first
- Free plan includes no support or maintenance obligation
- Community plugins may lack security and compatibility checks
- Project has no legal entity governing it
OpenBoxes: what it does well
- Includes barcode scanning, purchase orders and stock alerts.
- Community Edition is free to download and use.
- Community Edition supports on-premise or cloud self-hosting.
- Lift plans include backups and API access.
- Shared and Dedicated plans specify user and storage allowances.
What to know first
- Community Edition hosting and operating costs are separate.
- Dedicated OpenBoxes Lift requires a 12-month minimum term.
- Enterprise OpenBoxes Lift has no listed price.
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