Side by side

OpenBOM 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.

OpenBOM

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+6

OpenBOM brings CAD file management, BOMs, collaboration, and procurement into a cloud product data workspace. Review the record limits and CAD add-in subscription requirements when choosing a plan.

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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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The facts

	OpenBOM	SQLWorks
Free plan	Yes	No
Open source	No	Not published
Runs on	Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows	Mac, Windows
Lowest paid plan	CAD add-in: $25 a month	Build your SQLWorks: £37 a month
Plans published	14	1
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	openbom.com	sqlworks.co.uk
On bill of materials software	#9 of 52	#46 of 52

OpenBOM: what it does well

Real-time collaboration includes comments, tasks, and mentions.
xBOM supports EBOM, MBOM, SBOM, and multiple structures.
Free plan includes up to 2,000 data records.
Unlimited read-only users are free.
Listed integrations cover CAD and ERP workflows.

What to know first

CAD add-ins require a Team or Company subscription.
Each CAD integration user needs a license.
Free data-record plan is limited to 2,000 records.

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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