ERP · head to head
Focus Softnet vs QAD
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Focus Softnet no specific pricing plans, tiers, or costs are published on the website; QAD no price, per user rate, minimum or contract term is published on the site; the only routes are a demo request and a Contact Sales link
- They diverge on capability: Focus Softnet covers GST compliance, QAD covers Manufacturing.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Focus Softnet and QAD actually diverge.
| Attribute | Focus Softnet | QAD |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $300/month | $2000/month |
| Platforms | Cloud, Web, Mobile | Cloud, On-premise, Web |
| Founded | 1994 | 1979 |
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (ERP).
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 Focus Softnet
- GST compliance
- Inventory
- CRM
- Reporting
- Local tax systems
- Cloud platforms
- Data encryption
- Local compliance
Only in QAD
- Manufacturing
- Supply chain
- Inventory management
- Quality management
- EDI
- IoT integration
- Enterprise encryption
- SOC 2 compliance
Both cover
- Financial management
- REST APIs
- Third-party systems
- Access controls
- Audit logging
- Cloud support
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Focus Softnet
- Cloud ERP covering sales, accounting, procurement and fixed assetsnot QAD
- Customer relationship management and lead nurturingnot QAD
- Human capital management including employee data and payrollnot QAD
- Industry specific operations such as warehouse, manufacturing, retail point of sale and restaurant managementnot QAD
QAD
- ERP for manufacturers covering production execution and schedulingnot Focus Softnet
- Supply chain planning, purchasing and inventory controlnot Focus Softnet
- Quality management, traceability and supplier management for regulated manufacturingnot Focus Softnet
- Field service and enterprise asset managementnot Focus Softnet
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Focus Softnet
- No specific pricing plans, tiers, or costs are published on the website
- Requires direct contact and free demo request to obtain pricing information
QAD
- No price, per user rate, minimum or contract term is published on the site; the only routes are a demo request and a Contact Sales link
- Field service management, enterprise asset management and quality management are presented as separate functional areas rather than a single priced bundle
Pricing, plan by plan
Focus Softnet
$300/month- Starter$300/month
- Core ERP modules
- Financial management
- GST compliance
- Professional$700/month
- All modules
- Advanced analytics
- Priority support
QAD
$2000/month- Standard$2000/month
- Financial management
- Manufacturing
- Supply chain
- Premium$4000/month
- Advanced modules
- Analytics
- Priority support
Which should you pick?
Choose Focus Softnet if
- You need gst compliance.
- You work on Cloud, Web, Mobile.
- You also want inventory.
Choose QAD if
- You need manufacturing.
- You work on Cloud, On-premise, Web.
- You also want supply chain.
Questions people ask
- Is Focus Softnet or QAD better?
- Neither clearly leads. Focus Softnet starts at $300/month and QAD at $2000/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Focus Softnet or QAD?
- Focus Softnet starts at $300/month and QAD at $2000/month.
- Does Focus Softnet or QAD run on more platforms?
- Focus Softnet runs on Cloud, Web, Mobile. QAD runs on Cloud, On-premise, Web.
- What is Focus Softnet best used for?
- Focus Softnet is most often used for cloud erp covering sales, accounting, procurement and fixed assets, customer relationship management and lead nurturing, human capital management including employee data and payroll, industry specific operations such as warehouse, manufacturing, retail point of sale and restaurant management. Of those, cloud erp covering sales, accounting, procurement and fixed assets and customer relationship management and lead nurturing are not what QAD is typically brought in for.
- What can Focus Softnet do that QAD cannot?
- Focus Softnet covers GST compliance, Inventory, CRM, Reporting. QAD covers Manufacturing, Supply chain, Inventory management, Quality management. Both handle Financial management, REST APIs, Third-party systems, Access controls.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Focus Softnet: What is Focus Softnet's pricing model?
Focus Softnet operates a cloud-hosted, mobile-ready SaaS subscription model, but specific pricing structures are not published on their public website.
SourceQAD: How can I get pricing information for QAD manufacturing software?
QAD does not publish standard pricing on their homepage. Pricing discussions occur during personalized consultations. Interested parties can request a demo, contact the sales team, or download brochures to discuss pricing based on specific organizational needs.
SourceFocus Softnet: How can I get Focus Softnet pricing information?
Pricing inquiries require direct contact with their sales team. Contact them at [email protected] or call +91 40 4035 3535 to request a free demo.
SourceQAD: What deployment options does QAD offer?
QAD provides adaptive ERP solutions for various industries including Automotive, Food & Beverage, and Life Sciences. Their offerings include connected workforce solutions and supply chain management, with implementation and advisory services available.
SourceQAD: Is there a trial available for QAD software without contacting sales?
The QAD homepage does not mention a free trial or self-serve trial option. The primary engagement path is through "Request a Demo" or "Contact Sales" buttons, suggesting trial access requires sales team interaction.
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