Compare OnBatch vs. Trackost

OnBatch is a comprehensive cloud-based platform tailored for batch manufacturing and distillery management, aiming to consolidate various functions such as inventory, purchasing, production, warehousing, sales/CRM, and regulatory compliance into one cohesive system. Its inventory and purchasing features enable users to monitor the journey of raw materials to finished products, implement conditional pricing strategies, and optimize the bill of materials for a more efficient production process. The manufacturing section facilitates the management of custom, repeatable, and scalable production workflows, complete with version control, equipment oversight, and precise batch costing that accounts for factors like labor, energy, and losses known as “angel’s share.” Additionally, the warehousing capabilities boast a visual layout builder for effective rack management and inventory monitoring across multiple locations. The sales and CRM functionalities encompass order processing, invoicing, back-order management, returns, and customer relationship management, while seamlessly integrating with financial software such as QuickBooks and Xero to enhance overall operational efficiency. This platform not only improves productivity but also simplifies complex processes, ensuring businesses can focus on growth and compliance.

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.