Compare OpenBOM and Propel 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (48.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 User
No pricing available
OpenBOM
Star Rating
(770)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 User
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansPropel
Star Rating
(146)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about PropelSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Propel excels in user experience, particularly with its seamless integration with Salesforce, which helps maintain focus when changing product details. Users appreciate how it keeps everything organized, eliminating the hassle of searching through multiple folders for part numbers.
- Users say that OpenBOM stands out for its easy integration capabilities, including an API that allows for in-house feature development. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for teams looking to customize their Bill of Materials management, making it easier to create and update BOMs without losing track of parts.
- Reviewers mention that Propel's cloud-based functionality is a significant advantage, allowing users to access their BOMs from anywhere without the need for heavy laptops. This feature is especially praised for its reliability, provided the Wi-Fi connection is stable.
- According to verified reviews, OpenBOM's initial setup process is described as a breeze, which is a crucial factor for teams eager to get started quickly. Users appreciate the straightforward onboarding experience, which helps them dive into BOM management without unnecessary delays.
- G2 reviewers highlight Propel's strong support quality, with many users noting that the team is responsive and helpful. This level of support contributes to a positive overall experience, especially when users encounter challenges during implementation or day-to-day operations.
- Users report that while OpenBOM offers solid features for CAD integration and real-time updates, Propel's flexibility in designing custom workflows is a notable advantage. This capability allows teams to tailor the software to their specific needs, enhancing overall productivity and collaboration.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OpenBOM
Free Trial
$0.00
1 User
Allows you to explore all OpenBOM features included in standard subscription plans
- It is a free services. Unlimited storage, unlimited number of users. Contact for more details.
Propel
No pricing availableFree Trial
OpenBOM
Free Trial is available
Propel
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.2
662
8.6
133
Ease of Use
8.0
668
8.5
135
Ease of Setup
7.9
354
8.0
101
Ease of Admin
8.1
159
7.8
79
Quality of Support
8.7
567
8.9
127
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
152
9.2
81
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
633
8.9
131
Features by Category
Metadata
8.1
335
Not enough data
7.6
312
Not enough data
7.9
323
Not enough data
Data Management
8.0
350
Not enough data
7.7
324
Not enough data
7.7
336
Not enough data
7.8
319
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.5
179
Not enough data
6.4
175
Not enough data
Quality Management
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
7.2
9
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Quality System
Not enough data
7.8
9
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Data Management
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
9.5
11
Not enough data
9.4
13
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.3
8
Optimization
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.5
11
Not enough data
8.6
6
Analytics
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.9
9
Nonconformance
Not enough data
8.3
28
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
27
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
34
|
Verified
Quality system
Not enough data
9.1
34
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
29
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
27
|
Verified
Risk Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.3
21
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
21
|
Verified
Inspection Management
Not enough data
8.1
24
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
29
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
24
|
Verified
Compliance
Not enough data
7.8
20
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
17
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
21
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
7.6
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.1
19
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
23
|
Verified
Services
Not enough data
8.3
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
26
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
26
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
24
|
Verified
New Product Introduction
7.0
223
|
Verified
7.5
29
|
Verified
7.0
225
|
Verified
7.3
29
|
Verified
7.7
253
|
Verified
6.6
29
|
Verified
7.5
235
|
Verified
8.7
36
|
Verified
CAD
8.1
240
6.2
27
7.8
229
6.0
27
7.9
230
6.3
27
Collaboration
7.4
220
|
Verified
7.7
31
|
Verified
7.5
223
|
Verified
8.1
32
|
Verified
7.5
222
|
Verified
8.2
32
|
Verified
7.9
234
|
Verified
8.6
34
|
Verified
Product Data Management
7.8
238
|
Verified
8.3
32
|
Verified
7.8
241
|
Verified
8.5
32
|
Verified
7.6
246
|
Verified
8.7
35
|
Verified
Bill of Materials
8.6
292
|
Verified
8.2
32
|
Verified
8.6
296
|
Verified
8.3
30
|
Verified
8.3
283
|
Verified
8.1
29
|
Verified
8.3
274
|
Verified
7.6
31
|
Verified
Engineering Change Management
7.3
198
|
Verified
7.6
31
|
Verified
7.2
209
|
Verified
8.4
35
|
Verified
7.1
200
|
Verified
8.4
34
|
Verified
Simulation
6.5
180
7.2
30
|
Verified
6.6
184
6.8
29
|
Verified
6.7
184
6.8
29
|
Verified
Analytics
7.1
193
|
Verified
7.7
32
|
Verified
7.6
232
|
Verified
6.6
27
|
Verified
6.9
190
|
Verified
6.9
27
|
Verified
Quality management
7.2
188
7.6
31
|
Verified
7.5
193
7.9
30
|
Verified
7.2
184
8.5
28
|
Verified
Integration
7.0
189
|
Verified
7.0
33
|
Verified
6.8
171
|
Verified
6.4
26
6.9
179
6.7
26
|
Verified
7.2
183
7.0
26
|
Verified
Generative AI
6.2
99
6.7
16
6.2
98
5.8
16
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OpenBOM and Propel are categorized as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Unique Categories
OpenBOM is categorized as Product Data Management (PDM)
Propel is categorized as Medical QMS, Quality Management (QMS), and Product Information Management (PIM)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OpenBOM
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Propel
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.6%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
9.9%
Automotive
7.7%
Manufacturing
6.1%
Design
4.5%
Other
55.2%
Medical Devices
25.7%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
10.0%
Consumer Goods
8.6%
Consumer Electronics
7.1%
Information Technology and Services
5.0%
Other
43.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Can I get free subscription plan for using OpenBOM personally at all times?
3 Comments
NP
Click the Support or Bot at bottom right of screen. They can be very helpful.Read more
What is the best way to add BOM's to fusison360 drawings?
3 Comments
NP
Click the Support or Bot at bottom right of screen. They can be very helpful.Read more
What is the best way to create information of a custom 3D printed part
2 Comments
CO
OpenBOM Output includes Volume for the part (mm3) and material. One exported to excel it can be easily added a column to find the cost of the specific...Read more
What is the Propel Cloud architecture?
2 Comments
DN
Cloud architecture (for example https://www.axon.dev/expertises/cloud-architecture-design-services ) refers to the design and structure of a cloud computing...Read more
Do I have to have Salesforce to run Propel PLM?
1 Comment
Official Response from Propel
No, the Propel app runs on the Salesforce platform, and you get that platform as part of buying Propel. But you don’t have to be running Salesforce CRM....Read more
How are you different from other PLM solutions?
1 Comment
Official Response from Propel
Customer-focused, Flexible lifecycle and product content, robust cloud platform, integration to customer information, and built-in analytics, tasks,...Read more
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