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Blue Link ERP vs Focus Softnet

Blue Link ERP logo

Blue Link ERP

ERP & Business Operations

Enterprise software for wholesale distribution

From
$500/month
Rated
-
Focus Softnet logo

Focus Softnet

ERP & Business Operations

Cloud ERP for Indian and Asian markets

From
$300/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Blue Link ERP no QuickBooks integration; Focus Softnet no price, per user rate, minimum or subscription term is published on the site; contact is by email, phone or a free demo request
  • They diverge on capability: Blue Link ERP covers Distribution management, Focus Softnet covers GST compliance.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Blue Link ERP and Focus Softnet actually diverge.

Attributes where Blue Link ERP and Focus Softnet differ
AttributeBlue Link ERPFocus Softnet
Starting price$500/month$300/month
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidCloud, Web, Mobile
Founded19921994

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (ERP & Business Operations).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Blue Link ERP

  • Distribution management
  • Inventory control
  • Order management
  • Warehouse management
  • QuickBooks
  • Shopify
  • Amazon
  • EDI

Only in Focus Softnet

  • GST compliance
  • Inventory
  • CRM
  • Reporting
  • Local tax systems
  • REST APIs
  • Third-party systems
  • Cloud platforms

Both cover

  • Financial management
  • Data encryption
  • Cloud support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Blue Link ERP

  • Wholesale distributionnot Focus Softnet
  • Multi-warehouse operationsnot Focus Softnet
  • B2B commercenot Focus Softnet

Focus Softnet

  • Cloud ERP covering sales, accounting, procurement and fixed assetsnot Blue Link ERP
  • Customer relationship management and lead nurturingnot Blue Link ERP
  • Human capital management including employee data and payrollnot Blue Link ERP
  • Industry specific operations such as warehouse, manufacturing, retail point of sale and restaurant managementnot Blue Link ERP

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Blue Link ERP

  • No QuickBooks integration
  • Outdated user interface that some users find difficult to navigate
  • Requires third-party integrations for sales tax calculation and credit card processing
  • Occasional technical issues during peak usage periods such as timeouts and freezing

Focus Softnet

  • No price, per user rate, minimum or subscription term is published on the site; contact is by email, phone or a free demo request
  • Warehouse management, manufacturing, point of sale and restaurant management are sold as separate Focus products rather than modules of one priced ERP

Pricing, plan by plan

Blue Link ERP

$500/month
  • Professional$500/month
    • Core distribution
    • Inventory management
    • Order processing
  • Enterprise$1000/month
    • Multi-warehouse
    • EDI integration
    • Advanced analytics

Focus Softnet

$300/month
  • Starter$300/month
    • Core ERP modules
    • Financial management
    • GST compliance
  • Professional$700/month
    • All modules
    • Advanced analytics
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Blue Link ERP if

  • You need distribution management.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want inventory control.

Choose Focus Softnet if

  • You need gst compliance.
  • You work on Cloud, Web, Mobile.
  • You also want inventory.

Questions people ask

Is Blue Link ERP or Focus Softnet better?
Neither clearly leads. Blue Link ERP starts at $500/month and Focus Softnet at $300/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Blue Link ERP or Focus Softnet?
Blue Link ERP starts at $500/month and Focus Softnet at $300/month.
Does Blue Link ERP or Focus Softnet run on more platforms?
Blue Link ERP runs on Web, iOS, Android. Focus Softnet runs on Cloud, Web, Mobile.
What is Blue Link ERP best used for?
Blue Link ERP is most often used for wholesale distribution, multi-warehouse operations, b2b commerce. Of those, wholesale distribution and multi-warehouse operations are not what Focus Softnet is typically brought in for.
What can Blue Link ERP do that Focus Softnet cannot?
Blue Link ERP covers Distribution management, Inventory control, Order management, Warehouse management. Focus Softnet covers GST compliance, Inventory, CRM, Reporting. Both handle Financial management, Data encryption, Cloud support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Blue Link ERP: Does Blue Link ERP offer a free trial?

Blue Link ERP does not offer a free trial, but prospective customers can request a free demo and access product videos to explore features.

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Blue Link ERP: Can Blue Link ERP integrate with QuickBooks?

No. Blue Link ERP does not integrate with QuickBooks, which is a limitation for businesses that use QuickBooks for accounting.

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Blue Link ERP: What platforms does Blue Link ERP support?

Blue Link ERP is cloud-based and accessible via web browsers and mobile applications. Native apps are available for both iOS and Android.

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Blue Link ERP: What industries does Blue Link ERP serve?

Blue Link ERP is designed for wholesale, distribution, retail, and eCommerce businesses, with specific solutions for apparel, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, construction, and furniture industries.

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Blue Link ERP: Does Blue Link ERP require third-party tools for taxes and payments?

Yes. US sales tax calculation requires integration with third-party tools like Zip2Tax or Avalara, and credit card processing requires separate third-party software.

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