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EZOfficeInventory vs Shopify Inventory

EZOfficeInventory logo

EZOfficeInventory

Inventory

Asset and inventory tracking for enterprises

From
Free
Rated
-
Shopify Inventory logo

Shopify Inventory

Inventory

Inventory management built into Shopify

From
$24/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only EZOfficeInventory has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: EZOfficeInventory pricing base example of 300 tracked items, scales upward for higher counts; Shopify Inventory inventory management is integrated into Shopify plans, not a standalone product
  • They diverge on capability: EZOfficeInventory covers Asset tracking, Shopify Inventory covers Stock tracking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which EZOfficeInventory and Shopify Inventory actually diverge.

Attributes where EZOfficeInventory and Shopify Inventory differ
AttributeEZOfficeInventoryShopify Inventory
Starting priceFree$24/month
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Mobile app, Cloud-basedWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20112006

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 EZOfficeInventory

  • Asset tracking
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Check-in/out
  • Depreciation tracking
  • Zendesk
  • JIRA
  • Salesforce
  • ServiceNow

Only in Shopify Inventory

  • Stock tracking
  • Multi-location inventory
  • Real-time sync
  • Inventory forecasting
  • Barcode scanning
  • CSV imports/exports
  • App ecosystem
  • POS

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Mobile app support

What people use each for

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

EZOfficeInventory

  • Asset lifecyclenot Shopify Inventory
  • Equipment maintenancenot Shopify Inventory
  • Tool trackingnot Shopify Inventory
  • Compliance managementnot Shopify Inventory

Shopify Inventory

  • Multi-location inventory tracking and managementnot EZOfficeInventory
  • Real-time inventory sync across online and physical storesnot EZOfficeInventory
  • Order management and fulfillmentnot EZOfficeInventory
  • Integration with Shopify's point-of-sale systemnot EZOfficeInventory

Where each one falls short

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

EZOfficeInventory

  • Pricing base example of 300 tracked items, scales upward for higher counts
  • CMMS features priced separately by admin user
  • Enterprise requires custom quote

Shopify Inventory

  • Inventory management is integrated into Shopify plans, not a standalone product
  • POS Pro for advanced retail features costs additional $89/month per location
  • Payment processing fees vary by tier: ranges from 2.9% to 2.5% plus per-transaction fees

Pricing, plan by plan

EZOfficeInventory

Free
  • Essential$63.55/month
    • Up to 5,000 stock units
    • Unlimited users (fair usage)
    • Asset tracking
  • Advanced$85.51/month
    • Up to 15,000 stock units
    • Unlimited users
    • All Essential features plus unlimited locations
  • Premium$100.88/month
    • Up to 30,000 stock units
    • Unlimited users
    • All Advanced features plus Request Portal
  • Enterprise$null/custom
    • Unlimited stock units
    • Unlimited users
    • All Premium features plus offline mode

Shopify Inventory

$24/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Shopify Inventory review.

Which should you pick?

Choose EZOfficeInventory if

  • You need asset tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based.
  • You also want maintenance scheduling.

Choose Shopify Inventory if

  • You need stock tracking.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want multi-location inventory.

Questions people ask

Is EZOfficeInventory or Shopify Inventory better?
Neither clearly leads. EZOfficeInventory starts at Free and Shopify Inventory at $24/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, EZOfficeInventory or Shopify Inventory?
EZOfficeInventory has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for EZOfficeInventory and $24/month for Shopify Inventory.
Does EZOfficeInventory or Shopify Inventory run on more platforms?
EZOfficeInventory runs on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based. Shopify Inventory runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use EZOfficeInventory for free?
Yes. EZOfficeInventory has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Shopify Inventory starts at $24/month.
What is EZOfficeInventory best used for?
EZOfficeInventory is most often used for asset lifecycle, equipment maintenance, tool tracking, compliance management. Of those, asset lifecycle and equipment maintenance are not what Shopify Inventory is typically brought in for.
What can EZOfficeInventory do that Shopify Inventory cannot?
EZOfficeInventory covers Asset tracking, Maintenance scheduling, Check-in/out, Depreciation tracking. Shopify Inventory covers Stock tracking, Multi-location inventory, Real-time sync, Inventory forecasting. Both handle Web support, Mobile app support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

EZOfficeInventory: What are the EZO Inventory plans and pricing?

EZO offers Essential ($63.55/month for 5,000 units), Advanced ($85.51/month for 15,000 units), Premium ($100.88/month for 30,000 units), and Enterprise (custom pricing for unlimited units). Pricing is based on tracked item count with example of 300 items.

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Shopify Inventory: What are Shopify's main pricing tiers and monthly costs?

Shopify offers Basic ($32/month USD), Grow ($92/month), Advanced ($399/month), and Plus (from $2,300/month). Annual billing offers 25% discount on Basic, Grow, and Advanced tiers.

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EZOfficeInventory: Does EZO Inventory include a free trial?

All Essential, Advanced, and Premium plans include a free 15-day trial with no credit card required upfront.

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Shopify Inventory: Does Shopify offer a free trial or introductory pricing?

Yes. New customers get a 3-day free trial with no credit card required. After the trial, the first 3 months cost $1/month before regular pricing applies.

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EZOfficeInventory: Do all EZO plans include unlimited users?

All plans include unlimited users under a fair usage policy, with no per-seat charges for standard roles. CMMS features are priced separately by admin user for Advanced and higher tiers.

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Shopify Inventory: What payment processing fees does Shopify charge, and do they vary by plan?

Basic plan charges 2.9% plus AED 1.00 per transaction. Grow charges 2.8% plus AED 1.00. Advanced charges 2.7% plus AED 1.00. Plus plan offers the most competitive rates.

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EZOfficeInventory: What is the difference between EZO Premium and Enterprise tiers?

Premium tier ($100.88/month) supports up to 30,000 stock units and includes AI-powered features, automations, and optional CMMS add-on. Enterprise tier (custom pricing) supports unlimited units, includes offline mode, dispatch, telematics, private cloud, and dedicated account manager.

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Shopify Inventory: How many inventory locations can I create on each Shopify plan?

Basic, Grow, and Advanced plans support 10 inventory locations. Plus plan supports 200 inventory locations for complex, multi-location operations.

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Shopify Inventory: What staff account limits apply to each Shopify plan?

Basic plan includes no additional staff accounts. Grow allows up to 5 staff accounts. Advanced allows up to 15 staff accounts. Plus plan offers unlimited staff accounts.

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