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Striven vs Wasp Barcode

Striven logo

Striven

ERP

All-in-one business management for growing companies

From
$35/month
Rated
-
Wasp Barcode logo

Wasp Barcode

Inventory

Barcode-based inventory tracking solution

From
$108/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Striven occasional performance issues with slow load times in some modules; Wasp Barcode basic tier limited to 1 user (additional users cost 17 USD/month in cloud, 25 USD/month on-premise)
  • They diverge on capability: Striven covers CRM, Wasp Barcode covers Barcode scanning.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Striven and Wasp Barcode actually diverge.

Attributes where Striven and Wasp Barcode differ
AttributeStrivenWasp Barcode
Starting price$35/month$108/month
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, APIWeb (Cloud), On-Premise
CategoryERPInventory
Founded20081999

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), 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 Striven

  • CRM
  • Project management
  • Accounting
  • HR management
  • Inventory
  • QuickBooks
  • Outlook
  • Google Workspace

Only in Wasp Barcode

  • Barcode scanning
  • Asset tracking
  • Inventory counts
  • Location management
  • Barcode printers
  • Accounting software
  • CSV import/export
  • Mobile devices

Both cover

  • Cloud support
  • Mobile support

What people use each for

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

Striven

  • Software consolidationnot Wasp Barcode
  • Business operationsnot Wasp Barcode
  • Project-based businessesnot Wasp Barcode

Wasp Barcode

  • Asset tracking and managementnot Striven
  • Inventory management for consumables and suppliesnot Striven
  • RFID-based high-value asset trackingnot Striven
  • GPS tracking for equipment and vehicles in motionnot Striven
  • Multi-location asset auditing and monitoringnot Striven
  • Lost item reduction and recoverynot Striven

Where each one falls short

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

Striven

  • Occasional performance issues with slow load times in some modules
  • Dated UI in places with clunky mobile app experience
  • Very limited customization options compared to enterprise ERP solutions
  • No Zapier or third-party app marketplace integration

Wasp Barcode

  • Basic tier limited to 1 user (additional users cost 17 USD/month in cloud, 25 USD/month on-premise)
  • Complete tier limited to 5 users (same additional user costs apply)
  • Enterprise tier pricing not published and requires contacting sales
  • Annual billing required for all plans (no monthly billing option)

Pricing, plan by plan

Striven

$35/month
  • Standard$35/month
    • Accounting
    • CRM and sales
    • Project management
  • Enterprise$70/month
    • All Standard features
    • Advanced customization
    • Priority support

Wasp Barcode

$108/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Wasp Barcode review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Striven if

  • You need crm.
  • You work on Web, Mobile, API.
  • You also want project management.

Choose Wasp Barcode if

  • You need barcode scanning.
  • You work on Web (Cloud), On-Premise.
  • You also want asset tracking.

Questions people ask

Is Striven or Wasp Barcode better?
Neither clearly leads. Striven starts at $35/month and Wasp Barcode at $108/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Striven or Wasp Barcode?
Striven starts at $35/month and Wasp Barcode at $108/month.
Does Striven or Wasp Barcode run on more platforms?
Striven runs on Web, Mobile, API. Wasp Barcode runs on Web (Cloud), On-Premise.
What is Striven best used for?
Striven is most often used for software consolidation, business operations, project-based businesses. Of those, software consolidation and business operations are not what Wasp Barcode is typically brought in for.
What can Striven do that Wasp Barcode cannot?
Striven covers CRM, Project management, Accounting, HR management. Wasp Barcode covers Barcode scanning, Asset tracking, Inventory counts, Location management. Both handle Cloud support, Mobile support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Striven: What is Striven's pricing model?

Striven uses user-based pricing: Standard plan at $35/user/month and Enterprise plan at $70/user/month. For accounts with fewer than 5 users, an additional $25 per user applies.

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Wasp Barcode: What support options are available if I encounter issues?

Wasp offers multiple support channels including submitting support tickets, accessing a knowledge base, and phone support at 888-536-7067 for technical assistance.

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Striven: Does Striven offer a free trial or free tier?

Yes, Striven offers a 7-day free test drive with no credit card required. However, there is no permanent free version or free tier for production use.

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Wasp Barcode: Does Wasp provide training for new users?

Yes, the company provides "Training Options" and "Software Activation" resources to help users get started with their tracking solutions.

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Striven: What modules does Striven include?

Striven includes accounting, CRM and sales management, project management, task management, inventory, HR, OKRs, and workflow automation across all plans.

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Wasp Barcode: Can I scale Wasp's software as my business grows?

The platform is designed to accommodate growth, allowing you to "Add users, locations, and items as your business grows" without requiring system replacement.

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Striven: Does Striven offer optional add-ons like customer portals?

Yes, Striven offers optional monthly portal plans: free tier for up to 100 customers/vendors/applications per month, $99/month for 500, and $499/month for unlimited access.

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Wasp Barcode: What happens if I need to return hardware or cancel my service?

Wasp maintains a "return policy" and offers a "SaaS Terms of Service" document outlining cancellation and return procedures for services and equipment.

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Wasp Barcode: How can I get pricing information for Wasp's solutions?

Customers can request a quote or schedule a free consultation by completing brief forms on the website or contacting sales at 866-547-9277.

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