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Ecount vs Odoo

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Ecount

Software

Cloud ERP for Asian manufacturers and distributors

From
$55/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Odoo

Software

Open-source ERP and CRM suite for all business needs

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Odoo has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Ecount mobile app provides only essential features, not full desktop functionality; Odoo the free plan is limited to one app, so any second module moves the whole account to a paid per user plan
  • They diverge on capability: Ecount covers Financial management, Odoo covers Sales management.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Ecount and Odoo actually diverge.

Attributes where Ecount and Odoo differ
AttributeEcountOdoo
Starting price$55/monthFree
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOSCloud, On-premise, Web, Mobile
Founded19992002

Identical on both: 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 Ecount

  • Financial management
  • Manufacturing
  • Supply chain
  • Multi-currency
  • REST APIs
  • Third-party systems
  • Regional systems
  • Data encryption

Only in Odoo

  • Sales management
  • Accounting
  • Project management
  • E-commerce
  • Email marketing
  • Payment gateways
  • Shipping providers
  • User roles and permissions

Both cover

  • Inventory
  • CRM
  • Cloud support
  • Web support
  • Mobile support

What people use each for

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

Ecount

  • Asian market operationsnot Odoo
  • Multi-currency managementnot Odoo
  • Manufacturing optimizationnot Odoo
  • Regional compliancenot Odoo

Odoo

  • Running ERP, CRM, inventory and accounting from one integrated suitenot Ecount
  • Starting with a single business app and adding modules over timenot 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

Odoo

  • The free plan is limited to one app, so any second module moves the whole account to a paid per user plan
  • Standard runs $13.50 to $16.90 per user per month and Custom $20.40 to $25.50, both quoted with a yearly discount applied
  • Implementation services and custom development are not included in any plan
  • Odoo.sh hosting is required for custom modules and is charged separately from the subscription
  • SMS credits and AI scanning are billed on top of the per user price

Pricing, plan by plan

Ecount

$55/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Ecount review.

Odoo

Free
  • CommunityFree
    • Open-source
    • Core ERP modules
    • Community support
  • Cloud Standard$20/month
    • Cloud hosting
    • All modules
    • Email support

Which should you pick?

Choose Ecount if

  • You need financial management.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want manufacturing.
Ecount review

Choose Odoo if

  • You need sales management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Cloud, On-premise, Web, Mobile.
  • You also want accounting.
Odoo review

Questions people ask

Is Ecount or Odoo better?
Neither clearly leads. Ecount starts at $55/month and Odoo at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Ecount or Odoo?
Odoo has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $55/month for Ecount and Free for Odoo.
Does Ecount or Odoo run on more platforms?
Ecount runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS. Odoo runs on Cloud, On-premise, Web, Mobile.
Can I use Odoo for free?
Yes. Odoo has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Ecount starts at $55/month.
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 Odoo is typically brought in for.
What can Ecount do that Odoo cannot?
Ecount covers Financial management, Manufacturing, Supply chain, Multi-currency. Odoo covers Sales management, Accounting, Project management, E-commerce. Both handle Inventory, CRM, Cloud support, 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.

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Ecount: 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.

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Ecount: 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.

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Ecount: 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.

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Ecount: 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.

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