BarTender
7.2#1 in label and artwork management softwareFrom $199 a yearAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitBarTender vs VPack
What both publish
| Fact | BarTender | VPack |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The maker lists pre-built connectors for SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and Workday, plus REST APIs and custom integrations for more than 20 enterprise platforms. | VPack integrates with ERPA’s VKalk server for pricing calculations and online shop links, and with the EDB server for design data exchange. |
| Purpose | BarTender creates, manages, and prints labels, barcodes, RFID tags, and other product identifiers. | VPack is 3D CAD/CAM software for designing product packaging, displays, folding boxes, and other packaging. |
| Support | Standard Maintenance and Support includes live phone and chat support and product updates; Premium support offers 24/7/365 coverage and a guaranteed one-hour response for critical production-impacting issues. | ERPA provides a service team by phone and email, and its downloads page describes remote support using TeamViewer. |
BarTender plans
- Starter$199 a year
- Professional$299 a year
- Automation$575 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
VPack plans
- VPackPriced on request
Pick BarTender if…
BarTender suits businesses handling product identification and printing in settings such as manufacturing, warehousing, retail, or transportation and logistics. It may fit teams that need offline operation, varied printer support, or automation features.
Pick VPack if…
VPack suits packaging designers and production teams working with 2D layouts, folded 3D designs, and cutter-based prototypes. It may also fit businesses that need to analyze material use or connect packaging data to other systems.