Compare Controlata vs. Trackost

Controlata serves as a cloud-based inventory management solution tailored for small to medium-sized manufacturers. The platform provides real-time tracking of raw materials and finished products, generates bills of materials, organizes production schedules, and automatically computes the cost for each batch utilizing the FIFO method. Additionally, it seamlessly integrates with Shopify, ensuring that orders and stock levels are updated in real time. The system is equipped to manage both purchase and sales orders, support multi-location inventory, send low-stock notifications, conduct inventory audits, and offer over 20 comprehensive reports that can be exported to Excel. It also features an API for further customization and allows for role-based access for team members. Users can explore its capabilities through a 14-day free trial. With its robust functionality, Controlata stands out as a valuable tool for manufacturers looking to optimize their inventory processes.

Trackost is a specialized software designed for artisans in the handmade sector, catering to businesses that create products like soap, candles, cosmetics, jewelry, and gourmet foods, particularly those selling on platforms such as Etsy, Shopify, and Faire. While sales platforms provide insight into what items sold, they often overlook the costs associated with production, which can lead to unexpected losses, especially for popular products. Trackost addresses this issue by maintaining a real-time per-unit cost for each item. The software recalibrates material costs with each purchase, effectively distributing shipping, tax, and discounts throughout the various components to arrive at a comprehensive landed cost. It also manages multi-level recipes or bills of materials, which adjust pricing to account for wastage, labor, and overhead expenses. As production batches are created, Trackost tracks material consumption and documents their associated costs. Each order captures detailed per-line COGS and applicable fees, while returns are processed seamlessly. Comprehensive reports are generated, including profit and loss statements, profit per product and sales channel, inventory valuation, and a Schedule C COGS worksheet, all of which can be easily exported as CSV files. The service offers one straightforward pricing plan that does not limit users based on order volume, allowing for unlimited materials, products, and team members. Transitioning to Trackost is straightforward; simply provide your spreadsheet or Craftybase exports, and the migration will be handled for you at no additional cost, regardless of your chosen plan. This user-friendly approach ensures that artisans can focus more on their craft rather than on complicated inventory management.