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Snipe-IT vs Stockpile

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Snipe-IT

Inventory

Free open source IT asset management

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Free
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Full reviewWebsite
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Stockpile

Inventory

Free inventory management for small teams

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Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Snipe-IT covers Asset tracking, Stockpile covers Item tracking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Snipe-IT and Stockpile actually diverge.

Attributes where Snipe-IT and Stockpile differ
AttributeSnipe-ITStockpile
PlatformsWeb, Cloud/Self-hostedWeb, Cloud-based

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Inventory), founded (2013).

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 Snipe-IT

  • Asset tracking
  • License management
  • Audit logs
  • Check-in/out
  • LDAP
  • SAML
  • API
  • Slack

Only in Stockpile

  • Item tracking
  • Location management
  • Custom fields
  • Basic reports
  • CSV import/export
  • Barcode support
  • Cloud-based support

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Snipe-IT

  • Tracking IT hardware assets and their assignment to staffnot Stockpile
  • Managing software licences, accessories and consumablesnot Stockpile
  • Running a self hosted open source asset registernot Stockpile

Stockpile

  • Basic inventorynot Snipe-IT
  • Asset trackingnot Snipe-IT
  • Supply managementnot Snipe-IT
  • Equipment trackingnot Snipe-IT

Where each one falls short

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

Snipe-IT

  • Hosted Basic caps API calls at 120 per minute and Small Business at 240 per minute; unlimited API calls require Dedicated hosting from $2,499.99 per year
  • Email support requires the Small Business hosting plan; Basic hosting gets community support only
  • Automated upgrades and server maintenance require the Small Business plan or higher
  • Enhanced LDAP, IP restrictions, a private server and VPN connectivity require Dedicated hosting
  • The self hosted edition is free but support is sold separately
  • Medium and large dedicated hosting is priced by quote

Stockpile

Nothing recorded yet. See the Stockpile review.

Pricing, plan by plan

Snipe-IT

Free
  • Self-HostedFree
    • Unlimited users
    • Unlimited assets
    • Complete asset management functionality
  • Basic Hosting$399.99/year
    • Unlimited users
    • Unlimited assets
    • SSL certificate
  • Small Business Hosting$999.99/year
    • Unlimited users
    • Unlimited assets
    • SSL certificate
  • Dedicated Hosting Small$2499.99/year
    • Unlimited users
    • Unlimited assets
    • Dedicated infrastructure

Stockpile

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited items
    • Multi-location
    • Basic reporting
  • Premium$5/month
    • Advanced reports
    • Barcode scanning
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Snipe-IT if

  • You need asset tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Cloud/Self-hosted.
  • You also want license management.
Snipe-IT review

Choose Stockpile if

  • You need item tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Cloud-based.
  • You also want location management.
Stockpile review

Questions people ask

Is Snipe-IT or Stockpile better?
Neither clearly leads. Snipe-IT starts at Free and Stockpile at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Snipe-IT or Stockpile?
Snipe-IT starts at Free and Stockpile at Free.
Does Snipe-IT or Stockpile run on more platforms?
Snipe-IT runs on Web, Cloud/Self-hosted. Stockpile runs on Web, Cloud-based.
Can I use Snipe-IT for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Snipe-IT best used for?
Snipe-IT is most often used for tracking it hardware assets and their assignment to staff, managing software licences, accessories and consumables, running a self hosted open source asset register. Of those, tracking it hardware assets and their assignment to staff and managing software licences, accessories and consumables are not what Stockpile is typically brought in for.
What can Snipe-IT do that Stockpile cannot?
Snipe-IT covers Asset tracking, License management, Audit logs, Check-in/out. Stockpile covers Item tracking, Location management, Custom fields, Basic reports. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Snipe-IT: How much does Snipe-IT cost?

Snipe-IT is free for self-hosted deployment. Hosted plans start at $399.99/year for Basic Hosting ($39.99/month) and range up to $7,500/year for large Dedicated Hosting. Annual plans offer 16% savings versus monthly billing.

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Snipe-IT: What is included in Snipe-IT hosting plans?

All Snipe-IT hosted plans include unlimited users and unlimited assets. Basic and Small Business plans add SSL certificates, automatic backups, email support, and priority feature requests. Dedicated plans provide dedicated infrastructure.

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Snipe-IT: Does Snipe-IT offer monthly billing?

Yes, monthly billing is available for hosted plans at 16% premium over annual rates. Basic Hosting is $39.99/month, Small Business is $99.99/month, and Dedicated plans range from $249.99 to $625/month.

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