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Kingdee vs TallyPrime

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Kingdee

ERP

Cloud ERP for enterprises in Asia

From
$300/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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TallyPrime

ERP

Accounting and inventory software for Indian businesses

From
$200/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Kingdee no pricing published on website; quote-based model only; TallyPrime multi user access requires the Gold licence at Rs 67,500 plus 18 percent GST, three times the Rs 22,500 Silver single user licence
  • They diverge on capability: Kingdee covers Financial management, TallyPrime covers Accounting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Kingdee and TallyPrime actually diverge.

Attributes where Kingdee and TallyPrime differ
AttributeKingdeeTallyPrime
Starting price$300/month$200/month
PlatformsCloud, On-premise, HybridDesktop, Cloud, Web
Founded19931988

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 Kingdee

  • Financial management
  • Inventory management
  • Supply chain
  • Manufacturing
  • Human resources
  • Chinese regulatory compliance
  • Local payment systems
  • Custom modules

Only in TallyPrime

  • Accounting
  • Inventory
  • GST compliance
  • Invoicing
  • Financial reporting
  • Local tax systems
  • REST APIs
  • Banking

Both cover

  • Cloud support

What people use each for

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

Kingdee

  • Enterprise resource planningnot TallyPrime
  • Financial management and accountingnot TallyPrime
  • Supply chain and operations managementnot TallyPrime

TallyPrime

  • Accounting, invoicing and inventory for small and medium Indian businessesnot Kingdee
  • GST compliance and e-invoicing filingnot Kingdee
  • Multi user accounting across a local area networknot Kingdee

Where each one falls short

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

Kingdee

  • No pricing published on website; quote-based model only
  • Requires contacting sales or requesting a demo for cost information

TallyPrime

  • Multi user access requires the Gold licence at Rs 67,500 plus 18 percent GST, three times the Rs 22,500 Silver single user licence
  • The Silver lifetime licence covers a single user only
  • Connected services and product upgrades depend on a Tally Software Services subscription renewed separately; the 2 year Silver renewal is Rs 8,100 and the 2 year Gold renewal Rs 24,300, both plus 18 percent GST
  • Gold multi user operation is over a local area network rather than over the internet
  • All published prices exclude 18 percent GST

Pricing, plan by plan

Kingdee

$300/month
  • Core$300/month
    • Financial management
    • Inventory
    • Basic supply chain
  • Enterprise$800/month
    • Complete ERP
    • Manufacturing
    • Advanced analytics

TallyPrime

$200/month
  • Starter$200/month
    • Basic accounting
    • Invoicing
    • GST compliance
  • Premium$500/month
    • All features
    • Advanced analytics
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Kingdee if

  • You need financial management.
  • You work on Cloud, On-premise, Hybrid.
  • You also want inventory management.
Kingdee review

Choose TallyPrime if

  • You need accounting.
  • You work on Desktop, Cloud, Web.
  • You also want inventory.
TallyPrime review

Questions people ask

Is Kingdee or TallyPrime better?
Neither clearly leads. Kingdee starts at $300/month and TallyPrime at $200/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Kingdee or TallyPrime?
Kingdee starts at $300/month and TallyPrime at $200/month.
Does Kingdee or TallyPrime run on more platforms?
Kingdee runs on Cloud, On-premise, Hybrid. TallyPrime runs on Desktop, Cloud, Web.
What is Kingdee best used for?
Kingdee is most often used for enterprise resource planning, financial management and accounting, supply chain and operations management. Of those, enterprise resource planning and financial management and accounting are not what TallyPrime is typically brought in for.
What can Kingdee do that TallyPrime cannot?
Kingdee covers Financial management, Inventory management, Supply chain, Manufacturing. TallyPrime covers Accounting, Inventory, GST compliance, Invoicing. Both handle Cloud support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Kingdee: How much does Kingdee cost?

Kingdee does not publish pricing on its website. Pricing is customized by sales team based on your enterprise requirements. Contact Kingdee at +65 3138 7820 or request a demo.

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TallyPrime: What does TallyPrime cost per month?

TallyPrime Monthly Subscription starts at ₹750 plus 18% GST (₹135), totaling approximately ₹885 per month in India. Other subscription options like Rental and Lifetime License are also available through their Customer Hub.

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Kingdee: Does Kingdee offer flexible pricing for different company sizes?

Kingdee pricing is tailored to individual enterprise needs. Request a demo or contact their sales team to discuss pricing options for your organization.

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TallyPrime: Is there a free trial available?

Yes, TallyPrime offers a 7-day free trial. Users can access the full product features during this trial period before committing to a paid subscription.

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TallyPrime: What subscription models does TallyPrime offer?

TallyPrime provides multiple subscription types including Monthly Subscription, Rental, Lifetime License, Cloud Access, Tally Software Services (TSS), and WhatsApp integration options. Each can be managed through their Subscriptions portal for renewal or upgrades.

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TallyPrime: Does TallyPrime pricing include taxes?

Yes, TallyPrime pricing includes 18% GST (Goods and Services Tax). The displayed price of ₹750 plus 18% GST reflects the total billing amount customers will pay in India.

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TallyPrime: What access options are available with TallyPrime?

TallyPrime can be accessed via desktop application, cloud-based platform, and through WhatsApp integration, depending on which subscription option is chosen.

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