Katana
Cloud manufacturing and inventory software for makers and product brands
The go-to inventory and light-MRP tool for makers who build rather than resell. If you don't manufacture, a simpler inventory app will cost less and do enough.
Best for: Brands that manufacture or assemble their own products and need to track materials, BOMs, and production.
About Katana
Katana is a manufacturing ERP that manages raw materials, production planning, and finished-goods inventory in real time, with live stock sync to sales channels. It integrates with Shopify, WooCommerce, QuickBooks, and Xero. Used by makers and D2C brands that manufacture or assemble their own products.
Key features
- Real-time production and inventory tracking
- Bill-of-materials and recipe management for finished goods
- Raw-material and component stock control
- Shop-floor scheduling and production order management
- Integrations with Shopify, WooCommerce, QuickBooks, and Xero
- Automatic stock reservation against open orders
Pros & cons
Pros
- Built specifically for makers and light manufacturers
- Ties raw materials, BOMs, and finished-goods stock together
- Clean, visual interface that is approachable for small teams
Cons
- From $199/mo and add-ons make it pricey for hobbyist sellers
- Manufacturing focus is overkill for pure resellers or dropshippers
- Advanced features and more users gated behind higher tiers
Supported platforms
katanamrp.com
- Category
- Inventory & Ops
- Pricing
- From $199/mo
- Free trial
- Yes
- Affiliate program
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Katana FAQ
How much does Katana cost?
Katana pricing: From $199/mo. A free trial or free plan is available.
Does Katana work with Shopify, WooCommerce, DTC?
Yes. Katana supports Shopify, WooCommerce, DTC.
Does Katana have a free trial?
Yes — Katana offers a free trial or free plan so you can test it before paying.
Who is Katana best for?
Brands that manufacture or assemble their own products and need to track materials, BOMs, and production.
What are the best Katana alternatives?
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