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Metasfresh vs TallyPrime

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Metasfresh

ERP

Open-source ERP for mid-sized wholesale and manufacturing

From
€99/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: Metasfresh cloud hosting is charged separately from user licences at EUR 299 per month on monthly billing or EUR 249 per month on annual billing; 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: Metasfresh covers Supply chain, TallyPrime covers GST compliance.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Metasfresh and TallyPrime actually diverge.

Attributes where Metasfresh and TallyPrime differ
AttributeMetasfreshTallyPrime
Starting price€99/month$200/month
PlatformsSelf-hosted, Cloud, WebDesktop, Cloud, Web
Founded20151988

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 Metasfresh

  • Supply chain
  • Manufacturing
  • Purchasing
  • Wholesale management
  • Custom modules
  • EDI systems
  • Business analytics
  • User roles

Only in TallyPrime

  • GST compliance
  • Invoicing
  • Financial reporting
  • Local tax systems
  • REST APIs
  • Banking
  • Payment gateways
  • Access controls

Both cover

  • Inventory
  • Accounting
  • Data encryption
  • Audit trails
  • Cloud support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Metasfresh

  • Open source ERP for procurement, sales, warehouse and accountingnot TallyPrime
  • Hosting an ERP in a German data centre on a dedicated servernot TallyPrime
  • Self hosting an ERP where the source code must be inspectablenot TallyPrime

TallyPrime

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

Where each one falls short

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

Metasfresh

  • Cloud hosting is charged separately from user licences at EUR 299 per month on monthly billing or EUR 249 per month on annual billing
  • The EUR 79 per user per month annual rate requires minimum user quantities that depend on company size; monthly billing costs EUR 99 per user per month
  • The mandatory starter package covering setup, customisation, project management and training is priced individually on request
  • Standard support is email only during business hours; a 24/7 SLA is a separate contract on request
  • All published prices exclude VAT
  • Projects larger than the L size starter package require an individual quote

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

Metasfresh

€99/month
  • Starter Package$null/custom
    • Initial system setup
    • Customization of windows and documents
    • Project management
  • User Fee$99/month
    • Monthly billing
    • Access to all developments
    • Support and integration
  • User Fee (annual)$79/month
    • Annual billing minimum
    • Access to all developments
    • Support and integration
  • Cloud Hosting$299/month
    • Monthly billing
    • Secure data transfer
    • Real-time backup

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 Metasfresh if

  • You need supply chain.
  • You work on Self-hosted, Cloud, Web.
  • You also want manufacturing.
Metasfresh review

Choose TallyPrime if

  • You need gst compliance.
  • You work on Desktop, Cloud, Web.
  • You also want invoicing.
TallyPrime review

Questions people ask

Is Metasfresh or TallyPrime better?
Neither clearly leads. Metasfresh starts at €99/month and TallyPrime at $200/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Metasfresh or TallyPrime?
Metasfresh starts at €99/month and TallyPrime at $200/month.
Does Metasfresh or TallyPrime run on more platforms?
Metasfresh runs on Self-hosted, Cloud, Web. TallyPrime runs on Desktop, Cloud, Web.
What is Metasfresh best used for?
Metasfresh is most often used for open source erp for procurement, sales, warehouse and accounting, hosting an erp in a german data centre on a dedicated server, self hosting an erp where the source code must be inspectable. Of those, open source erp for procurement, sales, warehouse and accounting and hosting an erp in a german data centre on a dedicated server are not what TallyPrime is typically brought in for.
What can Metasfresh do that TallyPrime cannot?
Metasfresh covers Supply chain, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Wholesale management. TallyPrime covers GST compliance, Invoicing, Financial reporting, Local tax systems. Both handle Inventory, Accounting, Data encryption, Audit trails.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Metasfresh: What is metasfresh's monthly user fee?

metasfresh charges per-user monthly fees starting at 99 euros per user with monthly billing or 79 euros per user with annual billing (minimum user quantity required based on company size). This includes access to all ERP developments, support, integration, and custom configuration.

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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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Metasfresh: How much does metasfresh cloud hosting cost?

metasfresh Cloud Hosting costs 299 euros per month with monthly billing or 249 euros per month with annual billing. This includes secure data transfer, real-time backup, dedicated German server infrastructure, and comprehensive support.

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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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Metasfresh: Is there a one-time setup fee for metasfresh?

Yes, metasfresh includes a Starter Package with one-time costs for initial system setup, customization, project management, and multiplier training with online meeting room access. Exact pricing is available upon request based on company size and requirements.

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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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