Aptean Fashion & Apparel Reviews & Product Details

Aptean Fashion & Apparel is a solution crafted specifically for the fashion and apparel industry and is offered in both the cloud or on premise. This end-to-end system streamlines business processes, from supply chain and production to order management and financial controls, all in a single, integrated platform. Aptean Fashion & Apparel is the current evolution of many trusted systems used across the industry. If you've used or heard of Apparel Business Systems (ABS), Exenta, Full Circle, Momentis, Prima, and RLM, you're in the right place. These solutions have been unified under the Aptean umbrella to bring a modern, more powerful experience backed by ongoing support and innovation. The software is ideal for medium to large fashion and apparel brands, wholesalers, distributors, and manufacturers. It's also scalable for growing small businesses. With features like real-time inventory tracking, demand forecasting, and paperless warehouse management, Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition helps brands adapt quickly to industry demands, improve productivity, and increase profitability. It enhances operational efficiency, supports global compliance standards, and scales easily as businesses grow. This ERP solution is ideal for companies that need a robust system to keep up with consumer trends while optimizing every step of the supply chain. A sample of features at a glance: • End-to-End Apparel ERP: Manages production, supply chain, inventory, and more all in one place. • Supply Chain Management: Accurate demand forecasting and cost reduction with pre-built, as well as user created reporting, through a built-in report builder. • Warehouse Management: Streamlined inventory accuracy and reduced chargebacks with paperless workflow. • Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): Fully embedded EDI for seamless communication with customers. • Financial Management: Integrated financial controls and reporting to meet compliance standards. • Seamless Integrations: Connects effortlessly with B2C/B2B ecommerce, 3PLs, shipping, payment, and return systems, enabling seamless workflows and efficiency gains. • Product Lifecycle Management Integration: Optimizes product development cycles, from concept to launch. • Shop Floor Control Integration: Real-time visibility and production tracking to ensure on-time deliveries. Interested in learning more? Contact us today for a free no-obligation consultation or demo tailored to your needs.

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Faraz Ahmar K.

Renewal Specialist

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

8/10/2026

"Apparel-Focused ERP Power"

3.5/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

What I like most about Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition is that it is specifically designed for the apparel and fashion industry rather than being a generic ERP system. It understands industry-specific requirements such as product styles, colors, sizes, seasons, variants, inventory, and order management. This makes the system more relevant to apparel businesses and helps streamline processes without requiring extensive customization. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

The system is powerful and offers a lot of functionality, but this can also make it feel complex for users who only need to perform basic tasks.Overall, my main concern is not the functionality itself, but the learning curve and complexity involved in using some parts of the system efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Faraz, we appreciate you weighing in. Styles, colors, sizes, seasons, and variants are handled natively in Exenta precisely so apparel businesses can skip the heavy customization a generic ERP demands. We're glad that's coming through for you. Your point about depth of functionality feeling like a lot when someone only needs a handful of daily tasks is appreciated. Feedback on the learning curve helps us focus on simplifying those everyday paths.

Verified User in Design

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/8/2026

"Tracks Design-to-Shipping Seamlessly and Simplifies Inventory Management"

4/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

i rly love how it tracks everything from design to shipping. it makes managing our inventory so much easier nd we dont lose track of orders anymore. the interface is pretty simple to learn nd it saved our team a lot of time every week. highly recommend for fashion businesses looking to organize stuff. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

sometimes the system gets a bit slow when running big reports nd it takes a while to load everything. also the setup for custom reporting was kind of confusing at first nd we needed support to help us out. wish the UI felt a bit more modern for everyday use nd some features take too many clicks to get to. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Aptean Fashion & Apparel solving and how is that benefiting you?

we used to struggle a lot with messy spreadsheets nd losing track of orders between our design nd shipping teams. now exenta connects everything in one place so we always know exactly what inventory we have nd where orders are at. it saved our team hours of manual updates every week nd stopped us from making costly fulfillment mistakes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Thank you for describing how Exenta is keeping your design-to-shipping process organized and cutting down on lost orders. Saving your team hours every week is exactly the kind of impact we want fashion and apparel businesses to see.

The slowdown on larger reports, the custom reporting setup, and the number of clicks for some features are all fair points, and they help us prioritize where the interface needs the most attention.

Ram K.

Design Quality Specialist

Information Technology and Services

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

7/2/2026

"Powerful ERP for Apparel with Room for Support Improvement"

4/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

I appreciate that Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition is a specialized tool for the fashion and apparel industry, especially praised for its end-to-end supply chain and production management capabilities. I find it a nice tool, comfortable to use, and it allows me to easily access all the fashion-related options for men and women. It's quite user-friendly once you get the hang of it and I enjoy using it compared to other platforms like NetSuite and Udub. I rated it 4.5 out of 5, which shows my positive view of it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

I've found the navigation quite complex and there's a steep learning curve for new users. It could really benefit from more intuitive dashboards and simplified workflows to make adoption easier. Also, the customer support could be improved – they're not always proactive, and there's room for faster resolution on issues. The initial setup was difficult for me too, though I eventually got used to it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Ram, thank you for the detailed comparison and for sharing how Exenta handles apparel-specific workflows for your team. Hearing that it holds up well against other platforms you've used speaks to what makes it purpose-built for the industry.

The navigation, dashboard, and support responsiveness points you raised are ones we take seriously, and they reflect exactly where we're focused on improving the experience for new users.

mahadev r.

Procurement Specialist

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

6/27/2026

"User-Friendly, Cost-Effective Solution for Procurement"

4/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

I find Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition very user-friendly. It's easy to use for both beginners and experts, making it accessible to a wide range of users. I also like that it's cost-effective. When compared to other applications, it's easier to navigate and allows me to directly create PR and purchase everything without hassle. The setup was quick, taking less than a month, so it's definitely easy. Overall, it's the best option considering the cost differentiation with other applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

Alright. It can be improved based on understanding the system and flowchart you're looking for, so we can easily customize those applications. Currently, on the reporting purpose, if we could easily extract reports and make a flowchart to be shared with stakeholders, it would be better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Mahadev, thank you for sharing how Exenta is supporting your procurement process, from creating purchase requisitions to managing purchase orders and costing. Hearing that the quick setup and cost-effectiveness stood out is exactly the kind of value we want procurement teams to get from the system.

Your point about easier report extraction and flowchart sharing for stakeholders is well taken, and it's the kind of specific detail that helps shape future improvements. Thanks again.

Verified User in International Affairs

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/10/2026

"Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition Streamlines Apparel Operations with End-to-End Visibility"

5/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

What I like most about Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition is that it provides a comprehensive solution tailored to the apparel industry. It helps streamline operations, improve visibility across processes, and manage business workflows more efficiently from a single platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

One area that could be improved is the user experience and ease of navigation for certain advanced features. Some functionalities may require additional training or familiarity with the system, and customization options could be more intuitive. More streamlined workflows and clearer guidance would make the overall experience even better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Aptean Fashion & Apparel solving and how is that benefiting you?

Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition helps address the complexity of managing apparel-specific business processes, including inventory, production, purchasing, sales, and supply chain operations. It provides better visibility across these processes, reduces manual work, improves coordination between teams, and helps us make more informed and timely business decisions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Thank you for the five-star review and for the detail you shared. We're pleased Exenta is bringing inventory, production, purchasing, and sales together in one place and giving your teams better visibility across the board. Thanks for your point about navigation and the learning curve on advanced features. Input like this shapes where we invest in usability. If additional training would help your team get more from those areas, your Customer Success contact can set that up.

Bhumi H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

6/26/2026

"Streamlined Operations, Exceptional Support"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

I use Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition for order processing and daily business management, and it really helps in managing inventory, purchasing, and production all in one place. This makes our daily operations very easy to handle and saves a lot of time, which I can utilize easily. I also want to highlight that the customer support is awesome and always available for help. Additionally, the initial setup was very easy and I enjoyed it a lot. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

If upgrades can be a little bit cheaper. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Bhumi, thank you for sharing how Exenta brings order processing, inventory, purchasing, and production together for your team. It's rewarding to hear the setup process and ongoing support have made day-to-day operations easier to manage.

Your note on upgrade pricing is fair feedback, and it's something we factor into how we approach balancing packaging and value over time.

Sakshi T.

Digital Marketing Specialist

Computer Software

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

6/26/2026

"A Powerful ERP for Apparel Manufacturing"

4/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

I like Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition because it provide end to end visibility and help apparel businesses improve production , inventory and operational efficiency. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

One Area for Improvement is that platform has learning curve for new users due to its extensive features and functionality. A more intuitive user interfaces. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Aptean Fashion & Apparel solving and how is that benefiting you?

Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition helps streamline apparel manufacturing by integrating inventory management, production planning , order processing, and supply chain operations into a single platform. This improves operational efficiency, enhances real-time visibility, reduces manual work, minimizes errors, and enables faster, more informed business decisions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Sakshi, thank you for describing how Exenta gives your team visibility from production through inventory and day-to-day operations. That kind of operational clarity is exactly what we aim to provide apparel manufacturers.

The learning curve you mentioned for new users is feedback we hear often, and it continues to guide how we think about simplifying the interface.

Shauna M.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/1/2026

"Effortless Customization with Aptean Apparel ERP"

5/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

I like that the system upgrades and mods with Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition always work the first time and are easy to install. The reports and task scheduler are fast, which I find really beneficial. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

Improvements could be made on the following: Mass Update filters could be expanded. Enhance Production Cancellation Views. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Shauna, thank you for highlighting how smoothly upgrades and mods run with Exenta, and how much faster your reporting and task scheduling have become. Avoiding the cost of heavy customization that generalist ERPs often require is exactly the value we aim to deliver for apparel businesses.

The suggestions on mass update filters and production cancellation views are specific and helpful, and we'll keep them in mind as we plan future enhancements.

Carolyn A.

Director of Operations

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

9/11/2025

"DDA Holdings on Exenta PLM"

2/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

Exenta has proven itself to be able to handle multiple platform integrations with limitations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

While Exenta ERP offers a robust platform, we encountered several challenges during onboarding that proved to be costly and time-consuming:

Third-Party Integrations -Many standard integrations, such as JOOR, Shopify, and Loop, were unfamiliar within the Exenta environment. These are widely used tools in the apparel wholesale industry, yet the integrations required custom builds, resulting in higher costs and longer timelines. Also no integration with API for DHL is a huge miss considering Global-E is the leader in international shipping for Shopify and uses DHL.

System Complexity -Executing a single transaction often requires navigating multiple tables, making the process unnecessarily complex.

Transfers of goods, for example, involve a three-step process, slowing down workflows.

Inventory Accuracy -The allocation process makes it difficult to view real-time “available-to-sell” inventory.

While effective for mass production, this model is not well-suited for businesses with tighter inventory or cut-to-order models.

Allocations and picks run on a set schedule, but adjustments cannot easily be made at the order level. By comparison, Full Circle (another Aptean product) does allow order-level allocation and deallocation.

Small SKU Management -Exenta works best for large-scale, high-volume production.

Businesses managing smaller quantities across multiple SKUs face delays and inefficiencies.

PLM Integration Issues - The integration between PLM and Exenta, which was positioned as complete, remains incomplete. Cost sheets and BOMs are not fully supported, requiring additional investment to bridge the gap.

Exenta ERP can serve large-scale apparel operations effectively, but for businesses with smaller batch sizes, tighter inventory, or complex SKU assortments, the platform creates inefficiencies. The need for extensive customization, coupled with incomplete integrations and allocation limitations, makes it less effective for brands seeking flexibility and speed-to-market. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Carolyn, thank you for such a candid, detailed account of your onboarding experience with Exenta. The specifics you shared, from the custom integration work needed for JOOR, Shopify, and Loop to the system complexity around transfers and allocation-level inventory visibility, and the gap on PLM cost sheets and BOMs, are exactly the kind of detail that helps us understand where the platform is falling short for businesses like yours.

Exenta was built with high-volume, large-scale production in mind, and your point about how that model fits less naturally with tighter inventory or complex SKU assortments is well taken. We'd encourage you to raise these specifics with your account team so they stay visible as we continue to evaluate how Exenta serves our customers.

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/7/2026

"Streamlined Operations with Intuitive Ease"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

I like Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition for its ease of use. It's user-friendly and helps reduce human error. Additionally, I found the customer support to be great, which makes the user experience even better. The initial setup was straightforward, so it was a smooth start. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Aptean Fashion & Apparel?

Nothing as such. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Richie Oliver of Aptean Fashion & Apparel

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Thank you for the kind review of Aptean Apparel ERP Exenta Edition. It's great to hear the ease of use, the smooth setup, and the support you received along the way have made such a strong first impression on your team.