Alternatives · Inventory
Brightpearl alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Brightpearl alternative for most people is Katana (2.4 GPA), third in our ranking of inventory management tools. It's also the best free one.
Brightpearl compared with 12 alternatives: Cin7, Linnworks, Katana, Fishbowl, Unleashed and 7 more.
Brightpearl's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 12 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BrightpearlThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| Cin7 | Free trial · from $349/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Linnworks | Paid | No | Web |
| Katana | Free plan | Yes | Web |
| Fishbowl | From $229/mo | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Android |
| Unleashed | Free trial · from $91/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Cloud Commerce Pro | Paid | No | Web |
| Fulfil | Paid | No | Web |
| Mintsoft | From £159/mo | No | Web |
| Pipe17 | Paid | No | Web |
| Sellercloud | From $1,349/mo | No | Web |
| Stock2Shop | Paid | No | Web |
| Stockpilot | Free trial · from €63/mo | Trial only | Web |
How each one differs from Brightpearl
Cin7
Inventory software for wholesale and multichannel product sellers
- Cin7 starts at $349 per month for 6,000 sales orders a year.
- Cin7 also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Cin7 also covers barcode scanning.
- Cin7 does not cover workflow automation, reports and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Brands selling through their own store, marketplaces and wholesale at once
Linnworks
Inventory and order management for high-volume multichannel sellers
- Linnworks also covers shipping labels.
- Linnworks does not cover reports, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Online retailers selling across several marketplaces and their own store
Katana
Inventory and production software for makers and manufacturers
- Katana has a free plan, which Brightpearl lacks.
- Katana also covers barcode scanning.
- Katana does not cover workflow automation, reports and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Small manufacturers that make their own products from raw materials
Fishbowl
Inventory and manufacturing software built around QuickBooks and Xero
- Fishbowl starts at $229 per month for up to 2 users, billed annually.
- Fishbowl also lists Windows, macOS and Android apps.
- Fishbowl also covers barcode scanning.
- Fishbowl does not cover workflow automation, reports and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: QuickBooks or Xero users who have outgrown their built-in inventory
Unleashed
Inventory, purchasing and assembly software for wholesalers and makers
- Unleashed starts at $91 per month, billed annually ($99 billed monthly).
- Unleashed also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Unleashed also covers barcode scanning.
- Unleashed does not cover workflow automation and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Wholesalers and distributors selling to trade customers
Cloud Commerce Pro
UK ecommerce order management and warehouse software
- Cloud Commerce Pro also covers barcode scanning and shipping labels.
- Cloud Commerce Pro does not cover workflow automation, reports and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: UK multichannel sellers on Amazon, eBay, OnBuy, Etsy or Wayfair
Fulfil
ERP for Shopify Plus and direct-to-consumer brands
- Fulfil does not cover amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Shopify Plus and DTC brands that outgrow store apps and spreadsheets
Mintsoft
Order, inventory and warehouse management for brands and 3PLs
- Mintsoft starts at £159 per month and up for brands (billing basis not stated).
- Mintsoft also covers barcode scanning and shipping labels.
- Mintsoft does not cover workflow automation, reports and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Third-party logistics providers that need client billing and portals
Pipe17
Order and inventory flow automation across channels and back office
- Pipe17 does not cover reports and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Multi-channel brands that need orders and inventory synced between channels, 3PLs and an ERP
Sellercloud
Inventory, order and warehouse software for marketplace sellers
- Sellercloud starts at $1,349 per month and up, usually an annual subscription.
- Sellercloud also covers barcode scanning and shipping labels.
- Sellercloud does not cover workflow automation and reports, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Established Amazon and Walmart sellers that outgrew spreadsheets
Stock2Shop
Connects ERP and accounting systems to online stores and marketplaces
- Stock2Shop does not cover reports and amazon selling, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Wholesalers and retailers whose stock lives in an ERP or accounting package
Stockpilot
Multichannel inventory, order and purchasing software priced per order
- Stockpilot starts at €63 per month for up to 500 orders, billed yearly (€79 billed monthly).
- Stockpilot also covers barcode scanning and online store.
- Stockpilot does not cover workflow automation, which Brightpearl does.
Suits: Sellers on Bol, Amazon and their own webshop who need one stock count
Limits worth knowing in Brightpearl
- No prices are published; the pricing page says cost is tailored and quoted after a demo.
- Unlimited users are included in the quote, per the vendor's pricing page.
- Implementation averages about 120 days, so it suits planned migrations more than quick starts.
- The vendor aims at businesses of roughly £2m in revenue and up, and a quote is the only way to buy.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Brightpearl?
The alternatives to Brightpearl in this directory are Cin7, Linnworks, Katana, Fishbowl, Unleashed, Cloud Commerce Pro, Fulfil, Mintsoft, Pipe17, Sellercloud, Stock2Shop and Stockpilot. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Brightpearl.
Is there a free alternative to Brightpearl?
Yes. Katana has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Brightpearl alternatives work on Windows?
The Brightpearl listing does not include a Windows app. Fishbowl lists one.
Which Brightpearl alternatives work on macOS?
The Brightpearl listing does not include a macOS app. Fishbowl lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.