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Blue Link ERP vs Remote

Blue Link ERP logo

Blue Link ERP

Software

Enterprise software for wholesale distribution

From
$500/month
Rated
-
Remote logo

Remote

Software

The new standard for global employment

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Remote has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Blue Link ERP no QuickBooks integration; Remote employer of Record costs $699 per employee per month, charged per head with no volume tier published
  • They diverge on capability: Blue Link ERP covers Distribution management, Remote covers Global Payroll.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Blue Link ERP and Remote differ
AttributeBlue Link ERPRemote
Starting price$500/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
Founded19922019

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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
  • Financial management
  • Shopify
  • Amazon
  • EDI

Only in Remote

  • Global Payroll
  • EOR Services
  • Contractor Management
  • Compliance
  • Benefits
  • Equity Management
  • HRIS
  • BambooHR

Both cover

  • QuickBooks

What people use each for

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

Blue Link ERP

  • Wholesale distributionnot Remote
  • Multi-warehouse operationsnot Remote
  • B2B commercenot Remote

Remote

  • Employing staff in countries where you have no legal entity through an employer of recordnot Blue Link ERP
  • Paying and managing international contractors with compliant agreementsnot Blue Link ERP
  • Running payroll and HR records for a distributed workforcenot 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  • Outdated user interface that some users find difficult to navigate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

Remote

  • Employer of Record costs $699 per employee per month, charged per head with no volume tier published
  • Global Payroll carries an implementation fee to set up entities plus a recurring payroll delivery fee on top of the $29 per employee per month rate
  • Contractor Management Plus is $99 per contractor per month against $29 for the standard tier
  • The Equity product is limited to Delaware C-Corps
  • The PEO product bills in USD only and requires a US bank account
  • Remote states it collects reserve payments in high risk circumstances, so an upfront deposit is possible

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

Remote

Free
  • Contractor Management$29/month
    • Contractor Payments
    • Compliance
    • Contracts
  • Employer of Record$599/month
    • Global Employment
    • Payroll
    • Benefits

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 Remote if

  • You need global payroll.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want eor services.

Questions people ask

Is Blue Link ERP or Remote better?
Neither clearly leads. Blue Link ERP starts at $500/month and Remote at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Blue Link ERP or Remote?
Remote has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $500/month for Blue Link ERP and Free for Remote.
Does Blue Link ERP or Remote run on more platforms?
Blue Link ERP runs on Web, iOS, Android. Remote runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Remote for free?
Yes. Remote has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Blue Link ERP starts at $500/month.
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 Remote is typically brought in for.
What can Blue Link ERP do that Remote cannot?
Blue Link ERP covers Distribution management, Inventory control, Order management, Warehouse management. Remote covers Global Payroll, EOR Services, Contractor Management, Compliance. Both handle QuickBooks.

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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