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Odoo vs SAP Business One

A detailed comparison of leading MRP software for SMEs.

Features Comparison

Inventory Management

Odoo

SAP Business One

General Scope

Multi-Warehouse

Storage Locations

Bin Replenishment

Mobile Device Support


Multi-Company



Multi-Currency



Multi-Language



Automatic ASN (Advanced Shipping Notice)


Package Management / Cartoning



Freight Carrier Integration



Manage Consignee Stocks


EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)

Products

Non-Stocked Inventory


Multiple Variants



Multiple Units of Measure



Inter-Classe UoM Conversion



Variant Matrix



Traceability

Lots / Serial Numbers



Forward / Backward Traceability



360° Traceability



Expiration Dates



Cycle Counting



Valuation by Lots/serial Numbers



Reporting

Inventory Forecasts



Inventory Valuations



ABC Analysis



Barcode Support

QR Code Support



GS1 Support


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RFID Support



Lots / Serial Numbers Support



Receptions



Picking



Internal Moves



Delivery Orders



Inventory Adjustments



Routing

FIFO / LIFO



Customizable Routes



Putaway Strategies



Wave Picking



Batch Picking



Zone Picking



Cluster Picking



Cross-Docking



Fleet Management



Putaway Locations



Supply Chain

Odoo

SAP Business One

Features

Vendor Data Management



Vendor Pricelist Management



Inbound Quality Control



Dropshipping



Purchase

Purchase Requests



Purchase Orders



Purchase Approval Workflow



Request for Quotations



Easy portal view for vendors



Contracts / Purchase Agreements



Automated Procurements

Minimum Stock Rules



Make-to-Order



Master Production Schedule



Manufacturing

Odoo

SAP Business One

Master Data

Multi-Level BoM



By-Products / Co-Products



Routings



Subassemblies



One BoM for Multiples Product Variants



BoM Versioning



Multiple BoM / Routing



Planning

Demand Forecasting



MRP Scheduler



Gantt Chart Scheduling



Kanban Planning



Production Calendar



Infinite Capacity Scheduling



Finite Capacity Scheduling



Multiple Scheduling Plans



Delivery Date Calculation



Production Order Splitting / Merging



Operations

Manufacturing / Production Orders



Job Tracking



Work Orders / Operations



Automated Time Tracking



Disassembly Orders



Subcontracting



Rework / Repair



Scrap



Disposal Strategies



Kits



Edit Individual Production BoMs



Costing

Perpetual Inventory Valuation



Periodic Inventory Valuation



Standard Price



FIFO / LIFO



Landed Costs



Actual Production Labor



Production Order Costing



Shop Floor Control

Shop Floor Terminals



Production Activities



Time Tracking



Messages on Work Orders



Barcode Support



Equipment / Machine Management



Work Instructions on Work Orders



Maintenance Requests from Shop Floor Terminal



Human Resources

Schedule Management



Touchscreen Attendance



Timesheets



Breaks



Overtime



Vacation / Injury



Reporting and Forecasting

Overall Equipment Efficiency



Work Time



Demand Forecast



Maintenances KPIs



Production Costs Analysis



Analytic Accounting



CSV Export



Dynamic Pivot Tables



Dashboards



Save Custom Reports



Maintenance

Odoo

SAP Business One

Scheduling and Request Handling

Schedule Preventive Maintenance



Maintenance Kanban



Maintenance Calendar



Shop Floor Integration



Multiple Teams / Sites



Asset Management



Subcontract Repair



Job Tracking



Parts Management

Inventory Management



Purchasing Integration



Equipment Serial Numbers



Equipment Maintenance History



Subcontractor Portal



QMS

Odoo

SAP Business One

Quality Control

At Reception



In-Process



Before Delivery



Inventory Quarantine



Quality Checks

Quality Control Plan



Pass/Fail Checks



Measurement Checks



Quality Alerts / Nonconformance Documents



Print Nonconformance Documents



Corrective Actions



ISO9001 Tools

Documentation Management



Customer Satisfaction Surveys



Customers Complaints Management



Traceability of Operations



Resources Management



Reports

Nonconformance Costs



PLM

Odoo

SAP Business One

Features

Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)



BoM Versioning Management



Routing Version Management



MRP Integration



Centralized BoM Management



ECO Management

Approval Workflows



BoM Version Difference Viewer



Bulk BoM Updates



Notification Mechanism



Project eMail Gateway



ECO Costing



Third-Party CAD Integrations

AutoCAD



SolidWorks



Autodesk



Usability, Pricing & Conditions

Odoo

SAP Business One

User Interface

Full Web Interface



Mobile App



App Store / Add-ons



Subjective Ratings

Navigation and Search

5/5

5/5

Data Entry

5/5

5/5

Mobile App

4/5

3/5

Reports Flexibility

4.5/5

5/5

Pricing and Conditions

Monthly Pricing

Free

199$/user

Number of Users

Unlimited

Unlimited

Contract Duration

Monthly

Yearly

Free Trial



Open-source



Hosting

Cloud & On-premise

Cloud & On-premise

User Satisfaction

Rating on g2Crowd

4.3/5

3.9/5

Rating on GetApp

4.2/5

4.4/5

Rating on Capterra

4.1/5

4.1/5

Brand Exposure

3.0/5

5/5 

User Interface

When evaluating enterprise software, the user interface is a crucial factor that is often overlooked but holds significant importance. It directly impacts users' efficiency within the system and the ease of implementation, and will even contribute to reducing costs associated with user errors.

A successful solution must consider user needs and goals to assist them effectively. The UI is crucial in understanding human factors and enabling the software to fulfill its purpose. From a manufacturing point of view, the user interface becomes even more critical, especially in shop floor control systems. Workers in manufacturing environments often operate in noisy surroundings, work swiftly, wear personal protective equipment (PPE), or may not have optimal conditions for using a traditional computer interface with a keyboard and mouse. Therefore, it is essential to consider the specific design requirements of a shop space or production line when evaluating the usability of an interface in such environments.

To better understand the software's visual elements and interface options, we have included screenshots of analogous menus from each software in this comparison. While assessing software usability based solely on static images has limitations, it can still offer a rough basis for comparison. This additional information will assist you in your analysis and provide valuable insights into the user experience of each software solution.

Different solutions, 
Different needs

When choosing the right software for your business, it is important to assess several criteria based on your specific needs.

Business Scope measures a software’s capacity to meet your business needs comprehensively through its features and its flexibility in customizability and integration with other tools. 

User-Friendliness measures how straightforward and user-friendly a software solution is for your team to navigate, requiring minimal training or complex procedures. Additionally, it evaluates how hassle-free the software is to set up, considering factors like time, effort, and resource requirements for initial configuration within your organization.

Odoo is a robust solution addressing a wide range of business needs, extending beyond MRP functions. The platform is designed to streamline operations and replace the need for disjointed, non-integrated software applications. Odoo shines as a highly customizable, all-in-one solution with many applications. Its open-source nature empowers a thriving community, resulting in a vast repository of community-contributed applications. Its integrations with dozens of other modules, including Inventory, Purchase, Quality Control, Product Lifecycle Management, or even Maintenance, make it a complete 360° software, allowing the user to manage all their MRP operations without the need to leave the shop floor environment.

Meanwhile, SAP provides advanced manufacturing features but might suffer from limitations regarding customization. SAP is also renowned for offering a broad spectrum of business solutions, from Financial Management and HR to Customer Relationship Management. However, the solution lacks integrations between its different modules.

Now, when it comes to user-friendliness, Odoo offers intuitive interfaces, making the solution suitable for users of varying technical backgrounds. Its straightforward setup ensures a hassle-free experience for every business.

SAP, on the other hand, is noted for being less user-friendly and can be challenging to set up. They might require more time and effort for users to become familiar with their interfaces. Also, the multiplication of screens for every process or recording action makes it difficult to use in a real manufacturing environment. 

That's why it’s essential to consider your business's specific needs and scale when assessing which solution is the best fit, as the ease of use and setup can vary significantly among these options.

Conclusion

Ultimately, the choice depends on your organization’s specific requirements, scale, and the balance between customization, ease of use, and setup. 

If you are seeking specific MRP solutions, then Odoo and SAP might be a good fit. Thanks to their advanced manufacturing features, these systems are well-suited for complex manufacturing environments and provide efficient solutions for every manufacturing need. 

If you have more extensive requirements, you may find Odoo the most appealing solution. It offers advanced features and can accommodate any process. Its possibilities in terms of customization and its extensive suite of integrated business applications make it the best solution for businesses having needs beyond manufacturing. Additionally, Odoo offers ease of use and setup, making it suitable for small and medium businesses.