Apache OFBiz
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VisitApache OFBiz vs ERPNext
What both publish
| Fact | Apache OFBiz | ERPNext |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | OFBiz can be downloaded and run on Unix-based and Windows-based systems, and the project documents local installation and running. | hybrid |
| Finance module | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Inventory management | Yes | Yes |
| Manufacturing tools | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-entity support | Yes | Yes |
| Order management | Yes | Yes |
| Security | The project recommends upgrading to the latest stable release to minimize security vulnerability risk and provides PGP signatures and SHA512 hashes for release verification. | Frappe says its quality and information security systems are certified to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2013, and Frappe Cloud is GDPR compliant. |
| Support | Users can ask questions and get setup advice through the user mailing list, and the project also provides documentation, demos and an issue tracker. | Product Warranty provides Frappe engineer support for fixing bugs, but it does not include functional support. |
Apache OFBiz plans
- Apache OFBizFree
ERPNext plans
- Frappe Cloud Sites$5 a month
- Frappe Cloud Servers$20 a month
- Self-hosted ERPNextFree
- Self-hostFree
- Sites$5 a month
- Servers$125 a month
Pick Apache OFBiz if…
Apache OFBiz suits developers and business users seeking a self-hosted ERP suite that spans finance, commerce, inventory, orders, and manufacturing. It fits organizations that want to extend business applications as requirements change.
Pick ERPNext if…
ERPNext suits organizations seeking an open-source system across finance, sales, inventory, manufacturing, and other business functions. Its listed implementation paths include enterprises, small and medium businesses, freelancers, and DIY users.