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DEAR Inventory vs Ordoro

DEAR Inventory logo

DEAR Inventory

Inventory

Complete inventory and order management system

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Ordoro logo

Ordoro

Logistics

Order and inventory management for online sellers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Ordoro has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: DEAR Inventory starting price of $349/month is high for small businesses; Ordoro the product is split into three separately priced apps for shipping, inventory and dropshipping rather than one plan
  • They diverge on capability: DEAR Inventory covers Inventory management, Ordoro covers Order management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which DEAR Inventory and Ordoro actually diverge.

Attributes where DEAR Inventory and Ordoro differ
AttributeDEAR InventoryOrdoro
Starting priceOn requestFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Mobile app, Cloud-basedWeb
CategoryInventoryLogistics
Founded20132012

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 DEAR Inventory

  • Inventory management
  • Manufacturing
  • Purchase orders
  • Sales orders
  • Accounting
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks
  • Mobile app support

Only in Ordoro

  • Order management
  • Inventory tracking
  • Multi-channel
  • Fulfillment
  • Encryption
  • Backup
  • Cloud deployment
  • English language support

Both cover

  • Shopify
  • Amazon
  • eBay
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

DEAR Inventory

  • Inventory management and trackingnot Ordoro
  • E-commerce integration and synchronizationnot Ordoro
  • Multi-channel order managementnot Ordoro
  • Stock and supply chain managementnot Ordoro

Ordoro

  • Order management and shipping label creation across sales channelsnot DEAR Inventory
  • Inventory tracking and supplier dropshipping automationnot DEAR Inventory

Where each one falls short

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

DEAR Inventory

  • Starting price of $349/month is high for small businesses
  • Base plan limited to 6 integrations; additional integrations require separate purchase
  • No published details on integration add-on costs
  • Redirects to Cin7.com, indicating product has been acquired or rebranded

Ordoro

  • The product is split into three separately priced apps for shipping, inventory and dropshipping rather than one plan
  • Inventory starts at $349 a month and dropshipping at $299, so a retailer needing both pays for both
  • Only the shipping app is free
  • Order limits and feature gates are not stated on the main pricing page and require opening a separate page per app

Pricing, plan by plan

DEAR Inventory

On request
  • Standard$249/month
    • Core features
    • 5 users
    • Standard support
  • Professional$449/month
    • Advanced manufacturing
    • 10 users
    • Priority support
  • Enterprise$849/month
    • Full features
    • Unlimited users
    • Dedicated support

Ordoro

Free
  • ShippingFree
    • Free to start
  • Dropshipping$299/month
    • Consolidate and automate dropship orders
  • Inventory$349/month
    • Track inventory across stores and warehouses

Which should you pick?

Choose DEAR Inventory if

  • You need inventory management.
  • You work on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based.
  • You also want manufacturing.
DEAR Inventory review

Choose Ordoro if

  • You need order management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want inventory tracking.
Ordoro review

Questions people ask

Is DEAR Inventory or Ordoro better?
Neither clearly leads. DEAR Inventory starts at On request and Ordoro at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, DEAR Inventory or Ordoro?
Ordoro has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for DEAR Inventory and Free for Ordoro.
Does DEAR Inventory or Ordoro run on more platforms?
DEAR Inventory runs on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based. Ordoro runs on Web.
Can I use Ordoro for free?
Yes. Ordoro has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. DEAR Inventory starts at On request.
What is DEAR Inventory best used for?
DEAR Inventory is most often used for inventory management and tracking, e-commerce integration and synchronization, multi-channel order management, stock and supply chain management. Of those, inventory management and tracking and e-commerce integration and synchronization are not what Ordoro is typically brought in for.
What can DEAR Inventory do that Ordoro cannot?
DEAR Inventory covers Inventory management, Manufacturing, Purchase orders, Sales orders. Ordoro covers Order management, Inventory tracking, Multi-channel, Fulfillment. Both handle Shopify, Amazon, eBay, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

DEAR Inventory: How much does DEAR Inventory cost?

DEAR Inventory (now Cin7) pricing starts at $349 per month for plans that accommodate up to 6 e-commerce and app integrations. Additional integrations are available for purchase.

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Ordoro: Is there a free version of Ordoro?

Yes, Ordoro offers a free Shipping app to start, plus a 15-day free trial with no credit card required. The Inventory and Dropshipping apps start at $299 and $349 per month respectively.

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DEAR Inventory: Is there a free trial for DEAR Inventory?

Yes, Cin7 (formerly DEAR Inventory) offers a free trial option. Contact the vendor directly or visit their website to start a free trial.

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Ordoro: Can I use multiple Ordoro apps together?

Yes, you can combine Ordoro's individual apps. The company offers bundled pricing for customers selecting multiple services; contact their team for custom multi-app package rates.

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DEAR Inventory: What integrations does DEAR Inventory support?

DEAR Inventory base plans include up to 6 e-commerce and app integrations. Additional integrations beyond the base 6 are available but require separate purchase.

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Ordoro: What is included in Ordoro's pricing?

All Ordoro plans include support from their in-house team based in Austin, Texas, and web-based access with no required software download.

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DEAR Inventory: Is DEAR Inventory still available?

DEAR Inventory has been rebranded as Cin7. The Cin7 platform continues to provide inventory management with e-commerce integrations at $349/month starting price.

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