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Compare Katana Cloud Inventory and M1 ERP 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.6% of reviews)
Mid-Market (53.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
No pricing available
Katana 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
Browse all 2 pricing plansM1 ERP
Star Rating
(16)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Katana Cloud Inventory excels in ease of use, with users highlighting its intuitive interface and powerful inventory management capabilities. One user mentioned, "Katana is simple and intuitive," making it a strong choice for small businesses looking for straightforward solutions.
- Users say M1 ERP provides a robust inventory management experience, with feedback noting that it is "one of the best I have ever used." This suggests that while it may not have the same level of user-friendly design as Katana, it offers substantial functionality for mid-market organizations.
- Reviewers mention that Katana Cloud Inventory's customer support is highly accessible, with one user stating, "The support and easy to reach them when I need it." This level of support can be crucial for small businesses that may require more hands-on assistance during implementation.
- According to verified reviews, M1 ERP has a more complex setup process, with users indicating some challenges in configuration. However, they appreciate the software's smooth functioning once operational, suggesting that the initial hurdles may be worth overcoming for its capabilities.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Katana Cloud Inventory offers a free entry-level price, making it an attractive option for startups and small businesses. This accessibility can help new companies manage their inventory without a significant upfront investment.
- Users report that M1 ERP has a strong focus on meeting the needs of mid-market companies, with a layout described as "simplistic" and "easy to maneuver." This suggests that while it may not be as widely reviewed as Katana, it still holds value for its target audience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Katana 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
M1 ERP
No pricing availableFree Trial
Katana Cloud Inventory
Free Trial is available
M1 ERP
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.8
88
8.5
14
Ease of Use
8.8
88
8.1
14
Ease of Setup
8.5
81
7.5
8
Ease of Admin
8.9
67
8.1
8
Quality of Support
9.2
87
7.8
13
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
68
8.3
8
Product Direction (% positive)
9.6
87
6.8
11
Features by Category
Accounting
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
Inventory & Warehouse
Not enough data
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Purchasing
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Sales & Marketing
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Discrete Manufacturing
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Process Manufacturing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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Feature Not Available
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Feature Not Available
ETO Manufacturing
Not enough data
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Quality Management
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Service
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Distribution
Not enough data
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HR
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Mixed Mode ERP
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Planning
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
Scheduling
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Front-Office
7.2
18
Not enough data
7.5
19
Not enough data
7.7
17
Not enough data
Manufacturing
9.0
21
Not enough data
8.9
21
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
Back-Office
7.0
21
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.5
21
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Job Shop Management
2.7
5
Not enough data
3.0
5
Not enough data
Accounting
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
Not enough data
Inventory & Warehouse
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
Not enough data
Purchasing
7.7
5
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
Sales & Marketing
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
Not enough data
Manufacturing
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
Not enough data
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
8.0
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
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
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Discrete ERP
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Accounting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Inventory & Warehouse
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Purchasing
Not enough data
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Sales & Marketing
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Service
Not enough data
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Manufacturing
Not enough data
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Quality Management
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Distribution
Not enough data
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HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - ETO ERP
Not enough data
Not enough data
Accounting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Back Office
Not enough data
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Front Office
Not enough data
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Feature Not Available
Not enough data
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Feature Not Available
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Integration
Not enough data
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Logistics
Not enough data
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Platform
Not enough data
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Production
Not enough data
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Reporting & Analytics
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - ERP Systems
Not enough data
Not enough data
Multichannel inventory management
8.3
46
Not enough data
7.6
45
Not enough data
6.7
43
Not enough data
3PL inventory management
6.9
42
Not enough data
6.8
38
Not enough data
7.0
39
Not enough data
Inventory Management
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
Not enough data
Inventory Management Platform Features
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
Not enough data
Order Entry
9.1
36
Not enough data
8.5
36
Not enough data
7.5
37
Not enough data
Order Tracking
7.7
34
Not enough data
7.8
37
Not enough data
8.3
37
Not enough data
Inventory Management
9.0
41
Not enough data
8.4
37
Not enough data
8.5
35
Not enough data
Customer Management
8.6
39
Not enough data
6.8
35
Not enough data
6.2
35
Not enough data
Subscription Management
6.5
35
Not enough data
5.9
34
Not enough data
6.7
36
Not enough data
6.5
33
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Order Management
5.8
13
Not enough data
5.4
13
Not enough data
Production Control - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
7.3
21
Not enough data
7.3
20
Not enough data
8.3
20
Not enough data
Production Monitoring - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
8.6
20
Not enough data
6.6
19
Not enough data
7.7
19
Not enough data
Data Collection and Analysis - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
7.1
21
Not enough data
4.6
19
Not enough data
5.1
18
Not enough data
5.4
18
Not enough data
Integration - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
4.6
19
Not enough data
6.5
19
Not enough data
4.2
17
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
5.0
19
Not enough data
5.2
18
Not enough data
5.2
19
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Manufacturing Execution System
4.6
9
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Katana Cloud Inventory and M1 ERP are categorized as Job Shop Management and Discrete ERP
Unique Categories
Katana Cloud Inventory is categorized as Manufacturing Execution System, Inventory Control, Order Management, and Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Katana Cloud Inventory
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
M1 ERP
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
Manufacturing
26.3%
Consumer Goods
6.3%
Retail
5.3%
Food Production
5.3%
Automotive
5.3%
Other
51.6%
Construction
20.0%
Aviation & Aerospace
13.3%
Security and Investigations
6.7%
Printing
6.7%
Plastics
6.7%
Other
46.7%
Discussions
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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