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ERPNext vs Extensiv

ERPNext logo

ERPNext

Inventory

Open-source ERP solution for SMEs and growing businesses

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Extensiv logo

Extensiv

Inventory

Omnichannel fulfillment and inventory platform

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only ERPNext has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: ERPNext the software is AGPL-3.0 licensed, which imposes source disclosure obligations on anyone distributing a modified network service built on it; Extensiv sold as separate products, including 3PL Warehouse Manager, Billing Manager, Integration Manager and the Small Parcel Suite, rather than one system
  • They diverge on capability: ERPNext covers Accounting, Extensiv covers Omnichannel fulfillment.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ERPNext and Extensiv actually diverge.

Attributes where ERPNext and Extensiv differ
AttributeERPNextExtensiv
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsSelf-hosted, Cloud, WebWeb, Mobile app, Cloud-based
Founded20142006

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Inventory).

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 ERPNext

  • Accounting
  • Inventory
  • Manufacturing
  • CRM
  • Human Resources
  • Payment gateways
  • Email systems
  • Custom extensions

Only in Extensiv

  • Omnichannel fulfillment
  • Warehouse management
  • Order routing
  • Inventory optimization
  • Shopify
  • Amazon
  • Walmart
  • eBay

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

ERPNext

  • Enterprise resource planning for small to medium businessesnot Extensiv
  • Accounting and financial managementnot Extensiv
  • Inventory and stock managementnot Extensiv
  • Supply chain managementnot Extensiv

Extensiv

  • Warehouse management for a third-party logistics providernot ERPNext
  • Billing warehouse clients for storage and handlingnot ERPNext
  • Order and inventory sync across sales channelsnot ERPNext
  • Small parcel rate shopping and label printingnot ERPNext
  • Managing a network of fulfilment partnersnot ERPNext

Where each one falls short

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

ERPNext

  • The software is AGPL-3.0 licensed, which imposes source disclosure obligations on anyone distributing a modified network service built on it
  • Managed hosting is priced per site and per server rather than per user, so a small team running several sites pays more than a large team on one
  • Dedicated server isolation and stronger reliability guarantees start at $125 a month
  • Self hosting is free but places upgrades, backups and availability entirely on the operator

Extensiv

  • Sold as separate products, including 3PL Warehouse Manager, Billing Manager, Integration Manager and the Small Parcel Suite, rather than one system
  • Built for third-party logistics providers rather than brands running their own warehouse
  • Pricing is not published

Pricing, plan by plan

ERPNext

Free
  • Community EditionFree
  • Frappe Cloud Starter$14/month
  • Frappe Cloud Standard$50/month
  • Frappe Cloud Professional$100/month

Extensiv

On request
  • Standard$500/month
    • Core features
    • 10 users
    • Standard support
  • Professional$1000/month
    • Advanced features
    • 25 users
    • Priority support
  • Enterprise$2500/month
    • Full platform
    • Unlimited users
    • Dedicated support

Which should you pick?

Choose ERPNext if

  • You need accounting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Self-hosted, Cloud, Web.
  • You also want inventory.
ERPNext review

Choose Extensiv if

  • You need omnichannel fulfillment.
  • You work on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based.
  • You also want warehouse management.
Extensiv review

Questions people ask

Is ERPNext or Extensiv better?
Neither clearly leads. ERPNext starts at Free and Extensiv at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ERPNext or Extensiv?
ERPNext has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for ERPNext and On request for Extensiv.
Does ERPNext or Extensiv run on more platforms?
ERPNext runs on Self-hosted, Cloud, Web. Extensiv runs on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based.
Can I use ERPNext for free?
Yes. ERPNext has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Extensiv starts at On request.
What is ERPNext best used for?
ERPNext is most often used for enterprise resource planning for small to medium businesses, accounting and financial management, inventory and stock management, supply chain management. Of those, enterprise resource planning for small to medium businesses and accounting and financial management are not what Extensiv is typically brought in for.
What can ERPNext do that Extensiv cannot?
ERPNext covers Accounting, Inventory, Manufacturing, CRM. Extensiv covers Omnichannel fulfillment, Warehouse management, Order routing, Inventory optimization. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

ERPNext: Is ERPNext free?

Yes, ERPNext Community Edition is completely free and open source with no hidden paywalls. Everything is available to use, modify, or resell at no cost. Users can also access professional hosting through Frappe Cloud starting at USD$14 per month.

Source
Extensiv: Does Extensiv publish its pricing publicly?

No. Extensiv does not disclose pricing information on its website. Customers must request a demo or contact the company at 888-375-2368 to obtain pricing details.

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ERPNext: What is Frappe Cloud pricing based on?

Frappe Cloud pricing is compute-based rather than per-user licensing. Costs range from USD$14 to USD$108 per month depending on resource needs. The pricing advantage is that hosting costs do not scale linearly with the number of users, unlike traditional per-seat SaaS models.

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Extensiv: Does Extensiv offer any free products?

Yes. Extensiv's Integration Manager tool is available to get started for free at https://app.cartrover.com/signup.php, but main products require contacting sales for pricing.

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