ERPNext

ERPNext is a 100% free and open-source Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software developed by Frappe Technologies. Built on the Frappe Framework and MariaDB, it offers a comprehensive suite of modules covering accounting, procurement, sales, CRM, stock management, manufacturing, project management, point of sale, HR, and payroll. Latest developments in 2025 include significant improvements with version 15.65+ featuring enhanced financial accounting (exchange gain/loss reporting, pegged currency support), improved inventory management (batch number search increased to 300 items), automated asset status updates, and better bank reconciliation features. The platform has achieved an excellent 91% user satisfaction rating based on 223 reviews. ERPNext serves manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and service companies with domain-specific modules for schools, healthcare, agriculture, and non-profits. The platform is recognized as a Pacesetters in Gartner's ERP FrontRunners List and ranks #21 in ERP software directories. Pricing remains competitive with cloud hosting starting at $10/month for small businesses on Frappe Cloud (up to 50 employees), scaling to $200/month for enterprises. The company has grown significantly with 48 employees as of January 2025 (33% growth) and received $1.35M funding from Rainmatter Capital. Key advantages include no per-user licensing fees, extensive customization capabilities, strong API integration with popular services (WooCommerce, Shopify, Stripe), and transparent open-source development. The platform supports both cloud-based and on-premise deployments with comprehensive documentation and community support.