Cin7

cin7.com
Inventory Management
Weekend Project

Cloud inventory management for modern retail and wholesale businesses

How to Replace Cin7

Overview

Cin7 is a cloud-based inventory management system that centralizes stock across multiple sales channels and locations. It provides real-time visibility, automated reordering, and multi-channel selling capabilities for growing businesses.

Features

39 features across 17 categories

Analytics(3)

Customizable Dashboard

Create personalized dashboards showing key inventory metrics and KPIs.

Demand PlanningAIPremium

Analyze sales patterns to forecast future inventory requirements.

Inventory ForecastingAIPremium

Predict future inventory needs based on historical sales trends and demand patterns.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Automation(1)

Workflow AutomationAIPremium

Automate routine inventory tasks with configurable business rules.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Catalog(2)

Product Information Management

Centralize product attributes, descriptions, and images across all channels.

Variant Management

Manage product variants like size and color with independent inventory tracking.

Customer Service(1)

Customer PortalPremium

Allow customers to track order status and inventory availability.

Finance(2)

Cost Tracking

Monitor inventory costs with FIFO, LIFO, and weighted average cost methods.

Financial ReportingPremium

Generate accounting reports including inventory valuations and COGS.

Also in: Keap, Namely, Justworks

Fulfillment(3)

Dropshipping SupportPremium

Manage third-party inventory and automate dropship order fulfillment.

Packing Slips

Generate and print customizable packing slips for order fulfillment.

Shipping Integration

Integrate with major carriers for label generation and rate calculation.

Also in: Saleor, Medusa, Shippo

Integration(2)

API AccessPremium

Integrate with custom systems and third-party applications via REST API.

Data Import/Export

Import and export inventory data in CSV, Excel, and other formats.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Inventory(6)

Cycle CountingPremium

Perform regular inventory verification without full stocktakes.

Kitting & Bundling

Create product bundles and kits that automatically consume component inventory.

Lot & Batch TrackingPremium

Track product lots and batches for expiration management and recalls.

Multi-Location Inventory

Manage stock levels across unlimited warehouses and retail locations in real-time.

Serial Number TrackingPremium

Track individual item serial numbers for warranty and asset management purposes.

Stock Take Management

Conduct physical inventory counts with mobile app integration and variance reconciliation.

Localization(1)

Multi-Currency SupportPremium

Manage inventory costs and pricing in multiple currencies.

Mobile(1)

Mobile App

Access inventory and orders on-the-go with iOS and Android applications.

Notifications(1)

Inventory Alerts

Receive automated notifications for low stock, overstock, and expired items.

Operations(1)

Barcode Scanning

Scan products for receiving, picking, and stocktakes using barcode technology.

Procurement(4)

Automated ReorderingAIPremium

Automatically generate purchase orders when stock falls below minimum thresholds.

Purchase Orders

Create, manage, and track supplier purchase orders with automated approval workflows.

Supplier Management

Maintain supplier profiles with lead times, costs, and performance metrics.

Vendor PortalPremium

Give suppliers visibility into purchase orders and delivery schedules.

Reporting(1)

Real-time Reporting

Generate customizable reports on inventory levels, sales, and financial metrics.

Sales(5)

Backorder Management

Process backorders automatically when stock is temporarily unavailable.

Customer Orders

Manage orders from all channels in a unified dashboard with order status tracking.

Multi-Channel Selling

Sync inventory automatically across Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, eBay, and other sales channels.

Price Management

Set different prices for different channels and manage price rules dynamically.

Return Management

Process customer returns and restocking with automated inventory adjustments.

Security(2)

Advanced Permissions

Set granular user roles and permissions for different warehouse and sales teams.

Audit TrailPremium

Track all inventory movements and user actions for compliance and security.

Warehouse(3)

Receiving Automation

Streamline goods receipt with barcode matching and quality checks.

Transfer Management

Create and track inventory transfers between warehouse locations.

Warehouse ManagementPremium

Optimize picking routes, manage bin locations, and streamline warehouse operations.

Pricing

Starter

$99/mo
  • Basic inventory management for small businesses

Professional

Popular
$249/mo
  • Multi-location inventory with channel integration

Advanced

$499/mo
  • Advanced features including forecasting and automation

Enterprise

Contact Sales
  • Custom solution with dedicated support and API access

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Cin7

Monthly$99/mo
Yearly$1.2k/yr
5-Year Total$5.9k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $948
SaaS
$1.2k
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $2.8k
SaaS
$3.6k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $4.7k
SaaS
$5.9k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 39 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Cin7 alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 39 features.

Buy Cin7

Better Value
Monthly cost$990/mo
3-year total$35,640
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying Cin7 saves ~$1,320 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 39 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

25 known integrations