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Compare IQMS MES and Katana Cloud Inventory 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (91.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
IQMS MES
Star Rating
(13)3.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about IQMS MESKatana Cloud Inventory
Star Rating
(98)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Katana Cloud Inventory excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall rating compared to IQMS MES. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and the ability to gain insights into manufacturing processes, which enhances their operational efficiency.
- According to verified reviews, Katana Cloud Inventory has a much larger volume of recent feedback, indicating a more active user base. With 13 recent reviews compared to IQMS MES's lack of new feedback, it's clear that Katana is currently meeting the needs of its users more effectively.
- Users say that Katana Cloud Inventory's setup process is straightforward and user-friendly, with many highlighting how easy it is to get started. In contrast, while IQMS MES has some positive feedback regarding its integration capabilities, it lacks recent testimonials that speak to its ease of implementation.
- Reviewers mention that Katana Cloud Inventory provides exceptional support, with users noting how easy it is to reach out for help when needed. This level of customer service is a stark contrast to IQMS MES, which has received lower ratings in support quality.
- Users highlight the real-time access to information in IQMS MES as a strong point, particularly for those needing to view inventory details across multiple facilities. However, Katana Cloud Inventory's powerful features, such as the manufacturing order functionality, seem to resonate more with users looking for comprehensive inventory management.
- According to recent feedback, Katana Cloud Inventory is praised for its ease of use and the ability to make document adjustments, which many find valuable. In comparison, IQMS MES has received mixed reviews regarding its adaptability to specific workflows, suggesting that it may not be as flexible for all users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IQMS MES
No pricing availableKatana Cloud Inventory
Free plan
Free
Explore all of Katana’s features with no upfront cost.
- All features included in the Core plan
- Limited to 30 SKUs
- 3 Inventory locations
Free Trial
IQMS MES
No trial information availableKatana Cloud Inventory
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.4
11
7.8
88
Ease of Use
7.1
11
8.8
88
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.5
81
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.9
67
Quality of Support
6.8
10
9.2
87
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.1
68
Product Direction (% positive)
4.2
10
9.6
87
Features by Category
Planning
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.0
15
Scheduling
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
8.2
15
Agentic AI - Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Front-Office
Not enough data
7.2
18
Not enough data
7.5
19
Not enough data
7.7
17
Manufacturing
Not enough data
9.0
21
Not enough data
8.9
21
Not enough data
8.3
22
Back-Office
Not enough data
7.0
21
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.5
21
Agentic AI - Job Shop Management
Not enough data
2.7
5
Not enough data
3.0
5
Accounting
Not enough data
5.8
6
Not enough data
5.0
6
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
5.8
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
4.7
5
Not enough data
4.0
5
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
3.3
5
Not enough data
5.0
5
Inventory & Warehouse
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Purchasing
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
8.1
7
Sales & Marketing
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
5.0
5
Manufacturing
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
6.0
5
Quality Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Distribution
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Discrete ERP
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Multichannel inventory management
Not enough data
8.3
46
Not enough data
7.6
45
Not enough data
6.7
43
3PL inventory management
Not enough data
6.9
42
Not enough data
6.8
38
Not enough data
7.0
39
Inventory Management
Not enough data
8.9
61
Not enough data
8.0
56
Not enough data
8.7
52
Not enough data
7.6
50
Not enough data
8.1
56
Inventory Management Platform Features
Not enough data
9.1
68
Not enough data
8.3
64
Not enough data
8.1
63
Not enough data
7.7
66
Not enough data
7.7
62
Not enough data
7.0
52
Not enough data
7.5
58
Not enough data
7.7
61
Not enough data
7.6
64
Not enough data
7.9
66
Order Entry
Not enough data
9.1
36
Not enough data
8.5
36
Not enough data
7.5
37
Order Tracking
Not enough data
7.7
34
Not enough data
7.8
37
Not enough data
8.3
37
Inventory Management
Not enough data
9.0
41
Not enough data
8.4
37
Not enough data
8.5
35
Customer Management
Not enough data
8.6
39
Not enough data
6.8
35
Not enough data
6.2
35
Subscription Management
Not enough data
6.5
35
Not enough data
5.9
34
Not enough data
6.7
36
Not enough data
6.5
33
Agentic AI - Order Management
Not enough data
5.8
13
Not enough data
5.4
13
Production Control - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
7.3
21
Not enough data
7.3
20
Not enough data
8.3
20
Production Monitoring - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
6.6
19
Not enough data
7.7
19
Data Collection and Analysis - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
7.1
21
Not enough data
4.6
19
Not enough data
5.1
18
Not enough data
5.4
18
Integration - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
4.6
19
Not enough data
6.5
19
Not enough data
4.2
17
Artificial Intelligence - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
5.0
19
Not enough data
5.2
18
Not enough data
5.2
19
Agentic AI - Manufacturing Execution System
Not enough data
4.6
9
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IQMS MES and Katana Cloud Inventory are categorized as Manufacturing Execution System
Unique Categories
IQMS MES has no unique categories
Katana Cloud Inventory is categorized as Job Shop Management, Discrete ERP, Inventory Control, Order Management, and Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IQMS MES
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Katana Cloud Inventory
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Plastics
25.0%
Information Technology and Services
16.7%
Automotive
16.7%
Pharmaceuticals
8.3%
Package/Freight Delivery
8.3%
Other
25.0%
Manufacturing
26.3%
Consumer Goods
6.3%
Retail
5.3%
Food Production
5.3%
Automotive
5.3%
Other
51.6%
Discussions
IQMS MES has no discussions with answers
Is there any plan to further build out the Quickbooks integration?
1 Comment
Official Response from Katana Cloud Inventory
Indeed, we are working on syncing ledgers to QuickBooks. This and other improvements to the QuickBooks integration are rolling out during 2020. We’ll make...Read more
I hope this application will be improved again and better
1 Comment
Official Response from Katana Cloud Inventory
Hi Pejuang,
It's been a while since your comment and we've made many updates and improvements — we hope you've found them useful for your...Read more
How do operators allocate materials to products in Katana?
1 Comment
Official Response from Katana Cloud Inventory
Hi Ryan,
Thanks for the question - I understand where you are coming from and it sounds like you are referring to floor-level pick lists functionality...Read more
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