The best alternatives to Fishbowl

7 European alternatives · updated 10 October 2026 · How we select

Fishbowl users in Europe often hit limits with multi-location inventory and BOM management. European alternatives like SAP Business One and Odoo Inventory provide the same core manufacturing features with EU server locations and clearer data control.

In short

Fishbowl covers inventory management, manufacturing and integrations. European alternatives: Xentral, SAP Business One, Pickware, weclapp and Odoo Inventory and 2 more. By area: Xentral, SAP Business One and Pickware for inventory management; Xentral, SAP Business One and Comarch ERP for manufacturing; Xentral, SAP Business One and weclapp for integrations.

European alternatives to Fishbowl

Xentral🇩🇪 DE

German ERP for SMEs with unlimited users and built-in service package — all data hosted in the EU.

ERP suite replacing Fishbowl’s inventory, manufacturing and integrations for SMEs needing a full system.

Covers all of FishbowlFrom €99/mo★ 4.4 (4592 reviews)Import from Fishbowl: ✓ via CSV export · source

EU hostingGDPR

Xentral vs Fishbowl →

What users praise and criticise

Comprehensive software comparisons help users make informed decisions quickly
Broad coverage of business software categories
User-friendly interface simplifies navigation and review submission

Review approval process may lack transparency, with reports of reviews being flagged or removed
Less focus on deep B2B or IT vendor evaluations compared to specialized platforms

SAP Business One🇩🇪 DE

German ERP for SMEs with EU-hosted, GDPR-compliant cloud

ERP suite replacing Fishbowl’s inventory, manufacturing and integrations for SMEs needing enterprise-grade tools.

Covers all of Fishbowl★ 4.3 (1660 reviews)Import from Fishbowl: ✓ via Data Transfer Workbench · source

EU hostingGDPRISO 27001

SAP Business One vs Fishbowl →

What users praise and criticise

Comprehensive integration of accounting, sales, inventory, purchasing, and finance into a single real-time system, eliminating redundant data entry and version conflicts
Powerful, customizable reporting and analytics tools for data-driven decision-making
Strong inventory management and relationship mapping features

Outdated, non-intuitive user interface with a steep learning curve for new users
Implementation and customization often require external consultants, increasing costs and time
High total cost of ownership, including expensive licenses and annual support fees (approx. 20% of license cost)

Pickware🇩🇪 DE

German inventory and warehouse management for Shopware, with mobile barcode scanning and EU-hosted data.

Dedicated inventory system for Shopware, replacing Fishbowl’s core job with barcode scanning and warehouse tools.

Inventory managementFrom €99/mo★ 4.7 (142 reviews)

EU hostingGDPR

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weclapp🇩🇪 DE

German cloud ERP with inventory, CRM and accounting for SMEs — all modules on one platform.

ERP with inventory and integrations, replacing Fishbowl’s core jobs but lacks manufacturing features.

Inventory managementIntegrationsFrom €19/mo★ 4.2 (392 reviews)Import from Fishbowl: ✓ via CSV export · source

EU hostingGDPRFree plan

weclapp vs Fishbowl →

What users praise and criticise

Comprehensive ERP and CRM functionality in a single cloud platform
Strong inventory and order management for wholesale and retail businesses
Reliable German hosting with clear GDPR compliance and ISO 27001 certification

Steep learning curve for non-technical users due to complex feature set
Limited third-party integrations compared to larger ERP suites
Mobile app lacks some desktop functionality

Odoo Inventory🇧🇪 BE

Open-source Belgian inventory management with real-time stock tracking and EU data hosting

Open-source inventory system replacing Fishbowl’s core job with real-time tracking and barcode scanning.

Inventory managementFrom €24.90/user/mo★ 3.7 (100 reviews)

EU hostingGDPROpen SourceFree planISO/IEC 27001:2022

Odoo Inventory vs Fishbowl →

What users praise and criticise

Comprehensive functionality covering inventory, purchases, sales, projects, tasks, payments and accounting in one platform
Real-time stock-level tracking and automated replenishment to prevent stockouts and overstocking
Barcode scanning and multi-warehouse management reduce manual work and errors

Customer support quality and responsiveness decline after go-live, with inconsistent help for business-specific issues
Steep learning curve and complex configuration, often requiring customisation that breaks during upgrades
Hidden costs, sales pressure for add-ons, and unpredictable pricing changes after contract signing

Comarch ERP🇵🇱 PL

Polish ERP suite for international manufacturers and distributors with multi-site inventory and EU-hosted cloud.

ERP suite replacing Fishbowl’s inventory, manufacturing and integrations for manufacturers and distributors.

Covers all of Fishbowl★ 4.4 (46 reviews)

EU hostingGDPRISO/IEC 27001

Comarch ERP vs Fishbowl →

What users praise and criticise

Comprehensive feature set covering finance, inventory, sales, warehouse management, and business intelligence
Strong performance and scalability for complex business processes and market expansion
Cloud-ready with device-agnostic access and support for multi-currency and multi-language operations

Steep learning curve and complex onboarding due to non-intuitive, outdated interface
Limited customization options as source code access is restricted, hindering adaptation to unique business needs
Integration with external systems can be difficult or impossible despite advertised APIs

Megaventory🇬🇷 GR

Greek inventory and MRP software with multi-currency support and ecommerce integrations.

Inventory and MRP software replacing Fishbowl’s core jobs with multi-warehouse and manufacturing tracking.

Inventory managementManufacturingFrom $135/mo★ 4.5 (147 reviews)

EU hostingGDPRISO 27001

Megaventory vs Fishbowl →

What users praise and criticise

Intuitive and user-friendly interface requiring minimal training
Rapid onboarding with some users going live within 30 days
Highly responsive and knowledgeable customer support across chat, email, and phone

No dedicated mobile app; interface described as dated
Search function lacks refinement and does not retain search history
Pricing transparency limited – exact costs determined during onboarding

All Fishbowl alternatives at a glance

Which part of Fishbowl each alternative covers.

Provider	Inventory management	Manufacturing	Integrations	From	Rating	Import from Fishbowl
Fishbowl 🇺🇸 (the tool you are replacing)	✓	✓	✓	–	–	–
Xentral 🇩🇪	✓	✓	✓	€99/mo	★ 4.4 (4592)	✓ via file
SAP Business One 🇩🇪	✓	✓	✓	On request	★ 4.3 (1660)	✓ via file
Pickware 🇩🇪	✓			€99/mo	★ 4.7 (142)	–
weclapp 🇩🇪	✓		✓	€19/mo	★ 4.2 (392)	✓ via file
Odoo Inventory 🇧🇪	✓			€24.90	★ 3.7 (100)	–
Comarch ERP 🇵🇱	✓	✓	✓	On request	★ 4.4 (46)	–
Megaventory 🇬🇷	✓	✓		$135/mo	★ 4.5 (147)	–

Prices per user and month in the cheapest paid plan. Ratings are weighted across G2, Capterra, OMR and other portals, with the review count in brackets.

Fishbowl: the facts

What to know about the tool you are replacing, with sources.

Headquarters: 🇺🇸 US · since 2001

What users value in Fishbowl

Strong manufacturing and warehouse features
Good for small to mid-sized businesses
Integrates well with QuickBooks

What they criticise

No public pricing transparency
Steep learning curve for new users
Limited cloud-based options

Sources: fishbowlinventory.com · researched 5 October 2026

Moving away from Fishbowl

Via the export files: Xentral, SAP Business One and weclapp. Every import above links its source on the product card.

Frequently asked questions

Which European tool fully replaces Fishbowl for inventory and manufacturing?

Xentral, SAP Business One and Comarch ERP cover both inventory and manufacturing. Xentral is a German ERP for SMEs with built-in service packages and EU hosting. SAP Business One offers EU-hosted, GDPR-compliant cloud options. Comarch ERP targets manufacturers and distributors with multi-site inventory.

Which European alternative to Fishbowl offers a free plan?

weclapp and Odoo Inventory offer free plans. weclapp is a German cloud ERP with inventory and CRM. Odoo Inventory is an open-source Belgian tool with real-time stock tracking.

Can I migrate my data from Fishbowl to a European alternative?

weclapp, SAP Business One and Xentral support file-based migration from Fishbowl via CSV export or Data Transfer Workbench. Check the import options of the tool you shortlist.

Do European Fishbowl alternatives support EU data hosting?

Xentral, weclapp, Pickware, SAP Business One, Megaventory, Odoo Inventory and Comarch ERP all host data in the EU.

Which European alternative to Fishbowl is best for manufacturing?

Xentral, SAP Business One, Megaventory and Comarch ERP support manufacturing. Xentral includes built-in service packages. SAP Business One offers a GDPR-compliant cloud. Megaventory provides MRP functionality. Comarch ERP targets international manufacturers.

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