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Fulcrum alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Fulcrum alternative for most people is Katana (2.4 GPA), third in our ranking of inventory management tools. It's also the best free one.

Fulcrum compared with 5 alternatives: Genius ERP, MRPeasy, Katana, Fishbowl and Acctivate.

Fulcrum's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
FulcrumThis toolPaidNoWeb
Genius ERPPaidNoWeb
MRPeasyFree trial · from $49/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
KatanaFree planYesWeb
FishbowlFrom $229/moNoWeb, macOS, Windows, Android
AcctivatePaidNoWindows

How each one differs from Fulcrum

  1. Genius ERP

    Manufacturing ERP with serial-level inventory and shop floor control

    Suits: Small and mid-sized manufacturers, job shops and machine shops

    Genius ERP vs FulcrumGenius ERP pricing and details

  2. MRPeasy

    Cloud MRP and inventory software for small manufacturers

    • MRPeasy starts at $49 per user / month, billed monthly.
    • MRPeasy also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • MRPeasy also covers invoicing and barcode scanning.
    • MRPeasy does not cover quotes and estimates, which Fulcrum does.

    Suits: Small makers who need MRP and inventory in one system

    MRPeasy vs FulcrumMRPeasy pricing and details

  3. Katana

    Inventory and production software for makers and manufacturers

    • Katana has a free plan, which Fulcrum lacks.
    • Katana also covers barcode scanning.
    • Katana does not cover reports and quotes and estimates, which Fulcrum does.

    Suits: Small manufacturers that make their own products from raw materials

    Katana vs FulcrumKatana pricing and details

  4. 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 reports and quotes and estimates, which Fulcrum does.

    Suits: QuickBooks or Xero users who have outgrown their built-in inventory

    Fishbowl vs FulcrumFishbowl pricing and details

  5. Acctivate

    Inventory and order software that extends QuickBooks

    • Acctivate also lists a Windows app.
    • Acctivate lists no web app, which Fulcrum has.
    • Acctivate also covers barcode scanning and online store.

    Suits: QuickBooks users who have outgrown its inventory features

    Acctivate vs FulcrumAcctivate pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Fulcrum

  • No prices are published and the FAQ says there is no self-serve free trial; the vendor offers guided demos.
  • It has no built-in accounting or general ledger, and connects to accounting software instead.
  • It runs in a web browser only, on desktops, tablets and other connected devices.
Fulcrum pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Fulcrum?

The alternatives to Fulcrum in this directory are Genius ERP, MRPeasy, Katana, Fishbowl and Acctivate. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Fulcrum.

Is there a free alternative to Fulcrum?

Yes. Katana has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Fulcrum alternatives work on Windows?

The Fulcrum listing does not include a Windows app. Fishbowl and Acctivate list one.

Which Fulcrum alternatives work on macOS?

The Fulcrum 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 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.