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Fishbowl vs Linnworks

Fishbowl logo

Fishbowl

ERP

Manufacturing and warehouse management for QuickBooks

From
$4395/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Linnworks logo

Linnworks

Inventory

Multi-channel commerce automation

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Fishbowl the $229 per month Essentials plan includes only 2 users, Growth at $429 includes 5 and Scale at $729 includes 10, all billed annually; Linnworks no published pricing on website; prospective customers must request a custom quote to learn costs
  • They diverge on capability: Fishbowl covers Inventory management, Linnworks covers Inventory sync.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fishbowl and Linnworks actually diverge.

Attributes where Fishbowl and Linnworks differ
AttributeFishbowlLinnworks
Starting price$4395/one-timeOn request
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
PlatformsWindows, CloudWeb, Mobile
CategoryERPInventory
Founded20012009

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 Fishbowl

  • Inventory management
  • Manufacturing
  • Work orders
  • Barcode scanning
  • QuickBooks integration
  • QuickBooks Desktop
  • QuickBooks Online
  • ShipStation

Only in Linnworks

  • Inventory sync
  • Order management
  • Shipping automation
  • Warehouse management
  • eBay
  • Magento
  • Royal Mail
  • Web support

Both cover

  • Shopify
  • Amazon

What people use each for

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

Fishbowl

  • Inventory and SKU tracking for wholesale and distribution businessesnot Linnworks
  • Manufacturing bills of materials, MRP, work orders and job costingnot Linnworks
  • Warehouse fulfilment, transfer orders and automated reorderingnot Linnworks
  • Multichannel selling with synchronised stock levelsnot Linnworks

Linnworks

  • Multichannel inventory synchronization across 100+ marketplacesnot Fishbowl
  • Order fulfillment automation and warehouse operationsnot Fishbowl
  • Real-time stock management across Amazon, eBay, Walmart, TikTok Shopnot Fishbowl
  • 3PL and fulfillment center operationsnot Fishbowl

Where each one falls short

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

Fishbowl

  • The $229 per month Essentials plan includes only 2 users, Growth at $429 includes 5 and Scale at $729 includes 10, all billed annually
  • A paid implementation package is required as part of purchase and covers a 6 to 8 week training certification
  • Lot tracking, demand forecasting and compliance documentation require the Scale plan at $729 per month
  • Advanced Warehouse from $595 per month and Advanced Manufacturing from $675 per month are quoted on team size and deployment rather than sold at a fixed rate
  • Demand forecasting and custom reports are add ons carrying separate fees
  • All listed plan prices are billed annually rather than monthly

Linnworks

  • No published pricing on website; prospective customers must request a custom quote to learn costs
  • Pricing based on monthly order volume makes costs difficult to predict without direct vendor communication
  • Multiple add-on modules (Listing, WMS, Forecasting) each incur additional monthly charges beyond base plan pricing

Pricing, plan by plan

Fishbowl

$4395/one-time
  • Fishbowl Warehouse$4395/one-time
    • Inventory tracking
    • Order management
    • QuickBooks sync
  • Fishbowl Manufacturing$5495/one-time
    • Work orders
    • Bill of materials
    • Shop floor control

Linnworks

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Linnworks review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Fishbowl if

  • You need inventory management.
  • You work on Windows, Cloud.
  • You also want manufacturing.
Fishbowl review

Choose Linnworks if

  • You need inventory sync.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want order management.
Linnworks review

Questions people ask

Is Fishbowl or Linnworks better?
Neither clearly leads. Fishbowl starts at $4395/one-time and Linnworks at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fishbowl or Linnworks?
Fishbowl starts at $4395/one-time and Linnworks at On request.
Does Fishbowl or Linnworks run on more platforms?
Fishbowl runs on Windows, Cloud. Linnworks runs on Web, Mobile.
What is Fishbowl best used for?
Fishbowl is most often used for inventory and sku tracking for wholesale and distribution businesses, manufacturing bills of materials, mrp, work orders and job costing, warehouse fulfilment, transfer orders and automated reordering, multichannel selling with synchronised stock levels. Of those, inventory and sku tracking for wholesale and distribution businesses and manufacturing bills of materials, mrp, work orders and job costing are not what Linnworks is typically brought in for.
What can Fishbowl do that Linnworks cannot?
Fishbowl covers Inventory management, Manufacturing, Work orders, Barcode scanning. Linnworks covers Inventory sync, Order management, Shipping automation, Warehouse management. Both handle Shopify, Amazon.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fishbowl: How much does Fishbowl Inventory cost per month?

Fishbowl Inventory pricing starts at $229/month (billed annually) for the Essentials tier, $429/month for Growth, and $729/month for Scale. The Advanced Manufacturing tier starts at $675/month and Advanced Warehouse starts at $595/month, though both are quote-based and vary by user count.

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Linnworks: How is Linnworks pricing structured?

Linnworks charges based on monthly order volume, not percentage fees or revenue. Pricing is custom-quoted and includes two main tiers: SkuVault Core for warehouse management and Linnworks Advanced for end-to-end ecommerce management.

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Fishbowl: How many users are included in each tier?

Essentials includes 2 users, Growth includes 5 users, and Scale includes 10 users. Advanced Manufacturing and Advanced Warehouse support teams of 2 to 200+ users with pricing confirmed by quote based on your specific deployment.

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Linnworks: What happens if I exceed my monthly order limit on Linnworks?

If your monthly orders exceed the limit in your custom plan, overage fees apply. Linnworks recommends reviewing your usage with a specialist to adjust your tier or add capacity as needed.

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Fishbowl: Is Fishbowl billed monthly or annually?

Fishbowl Inventory plans require annual billing. The Advanced Manufacturing and Advanced Warehouse plans have variable pricing confirmed by quote and may have different billing arrangements.

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Linnworks: What add-on modules are available for Linnworks?

Available add-ons include Linnworks Listing for multichannel listings, Linnworks WMS for warehouse management, Linnworks Forecasting at a flat fee, and SkuVault Enhanced Warehouse. Each incurs separate monthly charges.

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Fishbowl: What's included when I sign up for Fishbowl?

All Fishbowl plans include an implementation package with specialist support, data migration services, and 6 to 8 weeks of certification training. Cloud hosting is included with Advanced Manufacturing plans.

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Linnworks: Are there onboarding costs in addition to Linnworks monthly fees?

Yes, Linnworks charges a one-time onboarding fee calculated based on your selected package, implementation timeline, and available resources. The exact cost is determined during quote generation.

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Fishbowl: Can I add more users if I exceed my tier's user limit?

You can upgrade to a higher tier which includes additional users. Essentials ($229/mo with 2 users) can upgrade to Growth ($429/mo with 5 users) or Scale ($729/mo with 10 users). Custom team sizes beyond 10 users require Advanced Manufacturing or Advanced Warehouse quotes.

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