ERP · head to head
Ecount vs Finale Inventory
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Ecount mobile app provides only essential features, not full desktop functionality; Finale Inventory the entry plan starts at $499 a month, which is a high floor for a small operation
- They diverge on capability: Ecount covers Financial management, Finale Inventory covers Serial tracking.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Ecount and Finale Inventory actually diverge.
| Attribute | Ecount | Finale Inventory |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $55/month | On request |
| Pricing model | Unknown | subscription |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS | Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based |
| Category | ERP | Inventory |
| Founded | 1999 | 2010 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), 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 Ecount
- Financial management
- Manufacturing
- Supply chain
- Inventory
- CRM
- Multi-currency
- REST APIs
- Third-party systems
Only in Finale Inventory
- Serial tracking
- Lot control
- Multi-channel
- Barcode scanning
- Shopify
- Amazon
- eBay
- BigCommerce
Both cover
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Ecount
- Asian market operationsnot Finale Inventory
- Multi-currency managementnot Finale Inventory
- Manufacturing optimizationnot Finale Inventory
- Regional compliancenot Finale Inventory
Finale Inventory
- Inventory and warehouse management across sales channelsnot Ecount
- Barcode scanning and stock control for multichannel retailersnot Ecount
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Ecount
- Mobile app provides only essential features, not full desktop functionality
- Complex navigation and setup requiring time investment and sometimes expert assistance
Finale Inventory
- The entry plan starts at $499 a month, which is a high floor for a small operation
- Both published prices are starting figures rather than fixed rates
- The mobile barcode warehouse module requires the $799 Growth plan
- Order volume and user limits are stated for the platform overall rather than per plan, so what a given tier actually allows is not published
- Enterprise pricing is on request
Pricing, plan by plan
Ecount
$55/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Ecount review.
Finale Inventory
On request- Starter$75/month
- 5000 items
- 2 users
- Standard support
- Bronze$199/month
- 25000 items
- 5 users
- Priority support
- Silver$349/month
- 100000 items
- 10 users
- Premium support
Which should you pick?
Choose Ecount if
- You need financial management.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
- You also want manufacturing.
Choose Finale Inventory if
- You need serial tracking.
- You work on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based.
- You also want lot control.
Questions people ask
- Is Ecount or Finale Inventory better?
- Neither clearly leads. Ecount starts at $55/month and Finale Inventory at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Ecount or Finale Inventory?
- Ecount starts at $55/month and Finale Inventory at On request.
- Does Ecount or Finale Inventory run on more platforms?
- Ecount runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS. Finale Inventory runs on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based.
- What is Ecount best used for?
- Ecount is most often used for asian market operations, multi-currency management, manufacturing optimization, regional compliance. Of those, asian market operations and multi-currency management are not what Finale Inventory is typically brought in for.
- What can Ecount do that Finale Inventory cannot?
- Ecount covers Financial management, Manufacturing, Supply chain, Inventory. Finale Inventory covers Serial tracking, Lot control, Multi-channel, Barcode scanning. Both handle Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Ecount: What is the pricing for Ecount ERP?
Ecount ERP costs $55 per month with unlimited users included. All features and unlimited users are available at this single tier, with no additional per-user fees.
SourceFinale Inventory: What is the minimum monthly cost to start using Finale Inventory?
The Essentials plan starts at $499 per month and is designed for 1-2 warehouses with early operational complexity.
SourceEcount: What platforms does Ecount support?
Ecount ERP is 100% web-based and cloud-based, accessible via Chrome, Edge, Safari and other browsers on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android without software installation.
SourceFinale Inventory: What are the key differences between the Growth and Essentials plans?
The Growth plan starts at $799 per month and is the most common starting point for growing businesses. Growth and higher tiers include the Mobile Barcode WMS Module, which is not available in Essentials.
SourceEcount: Does Ecount offer integrations with other business systems?
Yes. Ecount integrates with 400+ business applications including payment systems, ecommerce platforms (eBay, Shopee, Lazada), shipping solutions, and custom systems via Open API.
SourceFinale Inventory: What premium features are included exclusively in the Enterprise plan?
The Enterprise plan includes API and EDI access, a dedicated account manager, and premium support. All tiers include 40+ sales channel integrations and procurement tools.
SourceEcount: What support does Ecount provide?
Ecount offers 24/7 customer support, on-site training, and video resources. The platform is ISO/IEC 27001 certified for security.
SourceFinale Inventory: Does Finale charge overage fees if usage exceeds plan limits?
The pricing page states that additional usage fees or a plan upgrade may apply, but specific overage structures are not detailed and require contacting sales.
SourceEcount: How long is the typical implementation time for Ecount?
Implementation varies but typically requires significant time investment for data migration from previous systems. Expert assistance may be needed depending on system complexity and customization needs.
SourceFinale Inventory: Is there a free trial period before committing to a paid plan?
The pricing page does not disclose free trial availability or trial duration.
SourceRelated pages
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