BoxHero

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Inventory Management
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The Simplest Inventory Management Software

How to Replace BoxHero

Overview

BoxHero is an inventory management solution designed for small businesses to track, manage, and organize inventory without spreadsheets. It provides tools for barcode scanning, multiple location management, order processing, and real-time reporting across web and mobile platforms.

Features

28 features across 13 categories

Barcode Features(2)

Barcode Management

Scan barcodes and QR codes from your mobile device to add and manage your items. Generate custom barcode labels and print your designs

Custom Barcode PrintingPremium

Create and print unique labels for your custom barcode needs

Core Functionality(5)

Basic Inventory Transactions

Add, remove, or adjust inventory as needed to keep your stock counts accurate

Fractional Inventory Tracking

Track inventory in fractions, such as fabric, raw materials, or liquids with decimal-based tracking

Inventory Control

Accurately track inventory, record cost and price, and maintain optimal stock levels for your business

Inventory CountPremium

Conduct inventory audits to ensure actual quantities match the system's data. Inspect and organize inventory for any discrepancies

Real-Time Updates

Stay up to date with real-time inventory changes synced directly to the cloud

Data Management(3)

Custom Attributes

Organize items with precise details, including brand, size, color, and manufacturer

Excel Import/Export

Import or export inventory using Excel with bulk actions and edit data in bulk

Sort and Customize Inventory

Upload your existing inventory list into BoxHero for easy sorting and grouping. Group items by category, location, and custom attributes

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Integrations(1)

API & Integrations

Connect BoxHero to your existing tools and workflows

Also in: ReadMe, Hugging Face, Setmore

Mobile Features(1)

Barcode Scanning

Use your phone or a barcode scanner to speed up stock management

Notifications(1)

Low Stock AlertsPremium

Get notified when an items run low so you can re-order the right amount before a shortage. Set up safety stock quantities and stay ahead on when to resupply your stock

Also in: Jira Service Management, Juro, Smartsheet

Order Management(3)

InvoicingPremium

Create custom invoices with taxes and discounts. Generate invoices in seconds and send them directly to your suppliers and customers

Purchases & SalesPremium

Manage your orders and vendor relations with invoicing, billing and more. From shipping to invoicing, track the status of all your orders and vendors

Return OrdersPremium

Handle returns and refunds while maintaining clear sales records

Organization(1)

Multiple LocationsPremium

Centralize your data from different sites, warehouses, and locations in a single platform. Track and transfer inventory between different stores and branches

Also in: Hugging Face, Smartsheet, 1Password

Platform Access(2)

iOS and Android App

Mobile app that makes it easy to control your inventory from anywhere—even when you're offline with automatic syncing

Web & Mobile Access

Manage your inventory with BoxHero from your desktop or mobile device

Product Management(1)

BundlesPremium

Create product bundles by grouping multiple items together into a single set

Reporting(6)

30-Day Transaction History

Access up to 30 days of inventory activity to track recent movements

Past QuantityPremium

Review inventory quantity at the end of the month or end of the year

Real-Time Reports and InsightsPremium

Enhance your inventory planning with insightful reports. Use historical data and custom formulas to predict future sales and avoid overstocking

ReportingPremium

Get deeper insights with custom reports on sales, inventory, and performance. Analyze your stock levels by date or location and customize formulas for metrics like profit and turnover

SummaryPremium

Track all inventory transactions over a specific timeframe

Unlimited Transaction HistoryPremium

Access your full inventory transaction records without limitations

Sharing(1)

Inventory LinkPremium

Share your inventory data securely with external partners via custom links. Securely disclose inventory info with your clients and partners

Team Management(1)

Team CollaborationPremium

Invite members, assign tasks, and grant custom permissions for specific roles. Make inventory management a team effort

Pricing

Personal Plan

Free
  • 1 member
  • 100 items
  • 1 location
  • Custom Attributes
  • Basic Inventory Transactions
  • 30-Day Transaction History
  • Barcode Scanning
  • Excel Import/Export
  • Real-Time Updates
  • Web & Mobile Access
  • API & Integrations

Business Plan

Popular
$18 per team/month or $216 annually (Save 10%)
  • 3 members
  • 1,000 items
  • 3 locations
  • Everything in Personal Plan
  • Multiple Locations
  • Unlimited Transaction History
  • Custom Barcode Printing
  • Low Stock Alerts
  • Reporting
  • Past Quantity
  • Summary
  • Inventory Count
  • Purchases & Sales
  • Return Orders
  • Bundles
  • Team Collaboration
  • Inventory Link

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying BoxHero

Monthly$18/mo
Yearly$216/yr
5-Year Total$1.1k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~2 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$216
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$648
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$1.1k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 28 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a BoxHero alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 28 features.

Buy BoxHero

Better Value
Monthly cost$180/mo
3-year total$6,480
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying BoxHero saves ~$12,000 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 28 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.