NetSuite is primarily an ERP, with inventory management software tacked on. That makes it feel disconnected and complex. Fishbowl Inventory is instead purpose-built to handle warehouse management, reorder points, purchase orders, and manufacturing — everything a fast-growing business needs to manage supply chain operations smoothly.
Fishbowl vs. Oracle NetSuite
Fishbowl helps growing businesses thrive.
NetSuite isn’t built with them in mind.
Built to Beat the Competition
Fishbowl gives small and medium businesses the tools to manage inventory, scale operations, and stay agile. NetSuite, on the other hand, is an enterprise-heavy ERP solution that often overwhelms smaller teams with steep costs and rigid business processes.
Oracle NetSuite can be overwhelming for SMBs. It often feels like overkill for companies that don’t need an all-in-one enterprise resource planning system. Fishbowl offers a more focused and tailored business solution. You get powerful inventory control and order management features — plus seamless QuickBooks integration — without the burden of switching your accounting software or adapting to bloated software.
Inventory-Focused Software vs. Inventory-Adjacent Software
Cost-Effective vs. Costly
With Fishbowl, you get transparent, predictable pricing. You’ll know exactly how it fits your budget and scales with your business needs. Meanwhile, NetSuite comes with high upfront costs, ongoing customization fees, and subscription increases that can derail your budget over time.
Seamless QuickBooks Integration vs. No QuickBooks Integration
If you already use QuickBooks, Fishbowl is a natural fit. It integrates effortlessly so your accounting software stays in place. NetSuite doesn’t integrate with QuickBooks at all. That means migrating your financials into their system, whether you want to or not.
User-Friendly Interface vs. Steep Learning Curve
Fishbowl is known for its ease of use. From step-by-step wizards to a clean interface and a rich knowledge base, it’s designed for teams to get up and running fast. NetSuite, in contrast, has a complex dashboard and deep configurations that require time and training — something many growing businesses can’t spare.
Flexible Deployment vs. Inflexible Deployment
With Fishbowl, you can deploy cloud-based or on-premise — whatever works best for your setup. NetSuite only offers cloud deployment. That’s fine for some, but it limits flexibility for teams with specific compliance needs or IT preferences.
Fishbowl
Oracle NetSuite
Fishbowl
Oracle NetSuite
Advanced Inventory Features
Yes, with comprehensive inventory management
Yes
Manufacturing Features
Yes, with advanced manufacturing options
Yes
QuickBooks/Xero Integrations
Yes, integrates seamlessly with both
No, uses its own accounting system
Pricing
Clear, simple, and predictable
Unpredictable pricing increases over time
Customer Support
14-day free trial and expert demo
Inconsistent support due to turnover, no free trial
Scalability
Scales easily with no surprise costs
Less flexible — changes require waiting for renewal
Reporting & Analytics
Custom reports, dashboards, and an AI data assistant
Good reporting, no AI assistant
AI Features
Yes
Yes
ERP
Budget-friendly, works with QuickBooks/Xero
All-in-one ERP, but it can be overwhelming for SMBs
Fishbowl is a recognized G2 category leader
“Just...wow!”
“We were looking for a platform to help us keep up with our inventory quantities, costs, ordering, and manufacturing. Before, we were doing this with a system that wasn't really designed to do this causing us to have to do a lot of these tasks by hand. Since adopting this system in February 2024, we have been so pleased with the results - even our CPA has said ‘your COGS have never been more accurate!’”
Simplify Inventory Management With Fishbowl’s Tailored Solutions
NetSuite has impressive capabilities for large enterprises, but for growing businesses, it’s often more than you need. With Fishbowl, you get the tools that matter most: powerful inventory management, smart demand forecasting, streamlined order management, and flexibility to grow. If you want to avoid overstocks and boost efficiency without giving up your existing tools, Fishbowl’s inventory management solution delivers. It’s the smarter way to meet your business needs and keep your vendor relationships strong.