ERPNext vs InvenTree
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted crm & business apps options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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ERPNext
Open-source ERP for growing businesses
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InvenTree
Open-source inventory and stock management system
| Feature | ERPNext | InvenTree |
|---|---|---|
| Category | CRM & Business Apps | CRM & Business Apps |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Python | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 4,096 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 37,773 | ★ 7,356 |
| First released | 2010 | 2017 |
| Replaces | SAP, NetSuite, Salesforce | NetSuite, Fishbowl |
Why pick each one
Choose InvenTree if…
- Released under the MIT license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 7.4k GitHub stars
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is ERPNext or InvenTree better?
Neither is universally better. ERPNext has the larger community, while InvenTree is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are ERPNext and InvenTree free and open-source?
Yes. ERPNext is licensed under GPL-3.0 and InvenTree under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run ERPNext and InvenTree with Docker?
ERPNext: yes. InvenTree: yes.