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TallyPrime vs TOTVS

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TallyPrime

ERP

Accounting and inventory software for Indian businesses

From
$200/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TOTVS logo

TOTVS

ERP

Brazilian cloud ERP for business management

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: 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; TOTVS strongest in Brazil/Latin America; limited global brand recognition outside region
  • They diverge on capability: TallyPrime covers Accounting, TOTVS covers Financial management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which TallyPrime and TOTVS actually diverge.

Attributes where TallyPrime and TOTVS differ
AttributeTallyPrimeTOTVS
Starting price$200/monthOn request
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsDesktop, Cloud, WebCloud (SaaS)
Founded19881983

Identical on both: 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 TallyPrime

  • Accounting
  • Inventory
  • GST compliance
  • Invoicing
  • Financial reporting
  • Local tax systems
  • Banking
  • Payment gateways

Only in TOTVS

  • Financial management
  • Supply chain
  • Manufacturing
  • CRM
  • Compliance
  • Brazilian tax systems
  • Third-party systems
  • Cloud platforms

Both cover

  • REST APIs
  • Data encryption
  • Access controls
  • Cloud support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

TallyPrime

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

TOTVS

  • Brazilian business managementnot TallyPrime
  • Tax compliancenot TallyPrime
  • Multi-module integrationnot TallyPrime
  • Regional supportnot TallyPrime

Where each one falls short

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

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

TOTVS

  • Strongest in Brazil/Latin America; limited global brand recognition outside region
  • Complex implementation required for enterprise deployments
  • Smaller feature set compared to global players like Oracle or SAP in some areas
  • Language and localization primarily focused on Portuguese and Spanish

Pricing, plan by plan

TallyPrime

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

TOTVS

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the TOTVS review.

Which should you pick?

Choose TallyPrime if

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

Choose TOTVS if

  • You need financial management.
  • You work on Cloud (SaaS).
  • You also want supply chain.
TOTVS review

Questions people ask

Is TallyPrime or TOTVS better?
Neither clearly leads. TallyPrime starts at $200/month and TOTVS at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, TallyPrime or TOTVS?
TallyPrime starts at $200/month and TOTVS at On request.
Does TallyPrime or TOTVS run on more platforms?
TallyPrime runs on Desktop, Cloud, Web. TOTVS runs on Cloud (SaaS).
What is TallyPrime best used for?
TallyPrime is most often used for accounting, invoicing and inventory for small and medium indian businesses, gst compliance and e-invoicing filing, multi user accounting across a local area network. Of those, accounting, invoicing and inventory for small and medium indian businesses and gst compliance and e-invoicing filing are not what TOTVS is typically brought in for.
What can TallyPrime do that TOTVS cannot?
TallyPrime covers Accounting, Inventory, GST compliance, Invoicing. TOTVS covers Financial management, Supply chain, Manufacturing, CRM. Both handle REST APIs, Data encryption, Access controls, Cloud support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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TOTVS: What markets does TOTVS operate in?

TOTVS operates in 41 countries with dominant presence in Brazil (over 50% market share) and ranks among the top 3 ERP providers in Latin America.

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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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TOTVS: When was TOTVS founded?

TOTVS (originally Microsiga) was founded in 1983 by Laércio Cosentino and Ernesto Haberkorn. The company changed its name to TOTVS in 2005.

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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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TOTVS: Is TOTVS publicly traded?

Yes. TOTVS is publicly traded as a Brazilian company, providing financial transparency and corporate governance oversight.

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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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TOTVS: What ERP solutions does TOTVS offer?

TOTVS provides cloud-based ERP systems designed for small, medium, and large enterprises with integrated modules for finance, supply chain, manufacturing, sales, and human resources.

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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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TOTVS: Is TOTVS only for Brazilian companies?

No. TOTVS serves 41 countries globally, though it has strongest market penetration in Brazil and Latin America where it ranks as the largest emerging markets software firm.

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