# Fishbowl Software 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Capterra's in-depth exploration of Fishbowl Software's capabilities reveals its suitability for various software needs and provides a comprehensive overview of Fishbowl Software pricing, features, integrations, and potential alternatives. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/123794/Fishbowl --- # Fishbowl Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on August 6, 2025 Written byMolly Burke Molly Burke Molly Burke is a senior analyst and writer for Capterra. She covers customer experience and marketing in the retail and restaurant industries, with a focus on how emerging technology is transforming the way everyday people shop. Her insights o... 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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/resources/how-we-ensure-transparency/) [Key takeaways](#key-takeaways)[Our verdict](#our-verdict)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Users](#users)[Pros and Cons](#pros-cons)[Interface](#interface)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) Fishbowl Fishbowl Overview: ### Key takeaways Insights from verified Capterra reviews Fishbowl helps small businesses track inventory, manage orders, and speed up fulfillment. It offers real-time inventory tracking, barcode scanning, mobile access, and integration with accounting tools such as QuickBooks and Xero. While users value its core features, some cite limited reporting capabilities as a drawback.  ### Our verdict The platform serves businesses in retail, construction, food and beverage, and other industries that need tight control over inventory and orders. Setup can take time, especially when syncing with accounting systems or importing data. Pricing scales with added users and modules, so costs can add up fast. Still, for firms that need manufacturing tools and barcode tracking in one place, the trade-off is often worth it. Top alternative Featured Overall rating Based on 1,101 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive 84% Neutral 8% Negative 8% Pros & cons Comprehensive inventory control Streamlined user experience Frequent software disruptions Limited report customization Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Do you work for Fishbowl?[Manage this product listing](https://digitalmarkets.gartner.com/get-listed/claim-bx?url=https://www.fishbowlinventory.com/&name=Fishbowl) ## Compare with a popular alternative Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status. ### Fishbowl 4.2 (1,101) VS. [4.2 (2,004)](https://www.capterra.com/p/135757/NetSuite/reviews/) Starting Price Contact vendor Starting Price Contact vendor Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.1 (1,096) Ease Of Use 4.0 (951) Value For Money 4.1 (858) Value For Money 3.9 (838) Customer Service 4.2 (1,026) Customer Service 3.8 (740) ## Fishbowl alternatives If you need a simpler interface or you’re looking for different integrations or pricing models, these alternatives can help you find a solution that better matches your team’s workflow and budget. [4.2 (1,297)](https://www.capterra.com/p/135618/Odoo/reviews/) Starting price $31.10 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 83% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars Highest Rated [4.8 (1,131)](https://www.capterra.com/p/138689/Booqable/reviews/) Starting price $29.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 98% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [4.4 (243)](https://www.capterra.com/p/96371/Acumatica-Cloud-ERP/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 92% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [4.4 (3,281)](https://www.capterra.com/p/120109/Xero/reviews/) Starting price $25.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 88% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/123794/Fishbowl/alternatives/) ## Who uses Fishbowl? Based on Capterra reviews from the past year Talk to a software expert to get a free software list tailored to your business needs ## Pros and Cons Comprehensive inventory control 86% positive reviews out of 254 Most reviewers indicate inventory management features improve accuracy, save time, and support multi-location tracking. Rayan R Officer, 2 - 10 employees. "I helped set up fishbowl for one of my accounting clients for online inventory management and he loves how easy it is to use and how much it has helped him manage his online inventory. " Frequent software disruptions 64% negative reviews out of 177 Some users report bugs and issues cause freezes, crashes, and difficulties correcting errors, disrupting daily workflow. Brandi P CEO, 2 - 10 employees. "Now that we are actually using Fishbowl, we're running into critical errors that force us to do things manually." Streamlined user experience 92% positive reviews out of 72 Most users report ease of use enables quick learning, smooth daily operations, and straightforward navigation. Limited report customization 61% negative reviews out of 125 Some reviewers find reporting lacks customization, requires extra costs, and is cumbersome for detailed analysis. Becky M Accounting Manager, 11 - 50 employees. "I requested a simple report over 4 months ago, and after multiple rewrites, the report writer still doesn't understand what is needed." Scalable for growing businesses 86% positive reviews out of 56 Most reviewers describe small business growth as supported by flexible tools, affordable pricing, and adaptability. Phillip R Warehouse and supply specialist, 501 - 1,000 employees. "It gives us the tools we need to help our business grow to what we need for the future." Refund and accounting challenges 78% negative reviews out of 76 Most users comment accounting and refunds are problematic, with limited support, refund restrictions, and integration errors. ## Fishbowl's interface Navigation is clear and most tasks are easy to find, so teams can move quickly between inventory and order screens as they manage purchase orders. However, the interface can feel complex, especially when working with advanced features or importing and exporting data. 1+ Molly Burke Fishbowl makes inventory and order tools easy to access, so it’s a good option for teams with non-technical users. That said, be prepared for a learning curve if you need advanced functions, want to integrate it with your accounting platform, or plan to import large data sets, as reviewers point to complexity in those areas. Ease of Use 4.1 (1,096) 4.1 Based on 1,096 reviews ## Key features View by: These features have been rated as most important by users based on their reviews. View by: Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Molly Burke Fishbowl’s top-rated features highlight its strength in tracking stock and syncing inventory data across systems. These features drive more informed ordering decisions and help simplify workflows across distributed inventory locations. Features 4.1 (1,045) 4.1 Based on 1,045 reviews These Fishbowl features were rated critical or highly important by 90% or more of verified reviewers. Our commentary is derived from reviewer sentiment and collective feedback from reviews published over the past two years. Bill of materials (BOMs) 4.4 (37) 37 reviewers rated this feature Create and update BOMs to track inventory needs and calculate product costs. This reduces manual errors and improves production accuracy, though revising BOMs can feel cumbersome. Inventory auditing 4.2 (37) 37 reviewers rated this feature Track and report inventory across multiple locations to gain transparency and resolve discrepancies quickly. Additionally, audit trails help you investigate issues and keep accurate records. Inventory management 4.0 (204) 204 reviewers rated this feature You can streamline stock tracking, create SKUs easily, and integrate with platforms like QuickBooks and Shopify. Automated reorder points help you save time and avoid stockouts, though you might encounter some challenges with data accuracy and process rigidity. Inventory control 4.0 (159) 159 reviewers rated this feature Real-time visibility and granular control over inventory movement improve warehouse accuracy and efficiency. You benefit from barcodes, scanners, and serial/lot number tracking, though the system can be complex and navigation can be clunky at times. Data import/export 4.0 (51) 51 reviewers rated this feature You can integrate Fishbowl with systems like QuickBooks and Amazon, perform bulk data updates, and quickly set up products or locations. Importing from CSV and QuickBooks is generally straightforward, but you may face occasional issues with data formatting and reliability. Purchase order management 4.0 (137) 137 reviewers rated this feature Create, track, and manage purchase orders using reorder thresholds and linked sales orders to streamline procurement. Reporting and drop-shipping add value, though accounting integration and PO revisions can be difficult. eCommerce management 2.4 (22) 22 reviewers rated this feature Fishbowl Commerce Suite is a built-in eCommerce system to manage online product sales. Third-party integrations 2.9 (22) 22 reviewers rated this feature Integrates with third-party tools for accounting, eCommerce management, compliance, file storage, customer relationship management (CRM), and shipping, among other software categories. Billing & invoicing 3.0 (70) 70 reviewers rated this feature Integrates with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks and Xero and shares inventory-related data such as COGS, income, tax, and payment. This supports comprehensive accounting workflows. Shipping management 3.3 (43) 43 reviewers rated this feature Fishbowl integrates with shipping platforms and automates shipping workflows so customers receive their orders quickly at competitive prices. Receiving 3.5 (22) 22 reviewers rated this feature With barcode scanning, accounting integrations, and optimized putaway processes, businesses can receive and organize new inventory efficiently. Automated reorder points 0 reviewers rated this feature Trigger purchase orders when inventory drops below set thresholds. Custom reporting 0 reviewers rated this feature Build and schedule detailed reports on inventory, sales, and order trends. Multi-location tracking 0 reviewers rated this feature Monitor stock levels and transfers across multiple warehouses in real time. Barcode scanning 0 reviewers rated this feature Speed up inventory counts and order picking with integrated mobile barcode scanning. All key features (281) Representation of any object in 3D 0% of 0 reviewers... Outsource and manage third party logistics 33.33% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Regulate who can view information within the system 0% of 0 reviewers... Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems 200.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Built-in accounting to manage ledger, accounts payable/receivable, financial reports, etc. 45.45% of 11 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Integrate with a third-party accounting system 53.33% of 15 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Accept electronic bank-to-bank transfers using a network called the Automated Clearing House (ACH) 0% of 0 reviewers... Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities 58.33% of 12 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems 0% of 0 reviewers... Take, upload, and/or edit photos in a system (i.e. rotate, add lines/shapes, captions, etc.) 0% of 0 reviewers... Software program that continuously adjusts its behavior based on observed data 0% of 0 reviewers... System alerts about the need to escalate an issue or request 0% of 0 reviewers... Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges 45.00% of 20 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases 0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval 0% of 0 reviewers... Route documents and other data through one or more stakeholders for review and approval 0% of 0 reviewers... Organize assets into folders and subfolders or tag assets based on a custom file hierarchy 0% of 0 reviewers... Bundle equipment together to rapidly perform actions across multiple assets 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage assets throughout their lifecycle to optimize profit 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage, prioritize and plan for capital expenses 0% of 0 reviewers... Monitor the usage of assets, such as equipment, tools, software, etc., throughout their lifecycle 75.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Plan, schedule, and execute organization's accounts and assets to ensure compliance with policies and laws 0% of 0 reviewers... A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. 0% of 0 reviewers... Trigger purchase orders when inventory drops below set thresholds. 0 reviewers rated this feature Automatically create schedules based on business needs or employee availability and qualifications 0% of 0 reviewers... Monitor and analyze the availability of resources to help plan and streamline the service delivery to clients 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage customer orders that cannot be filled immediately due to out-of-stock items 66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create backups and provide methods to recover deleted/lost data 20.00% of 5 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create unique barcodes that tie to a specific product(s) in order to track inventory 0% of 0 reviewers... The ability to identify a barcode on or within an image or packaging 0% of 0 reviewers... Speed up inventory counts and order picking with integrated mobile barcode scanning. 0 reviewers rated this feature Print and scan barcode or labels 0% of 0 reviewers... Scan barcodes to ensure accurate pricing and label tracking 55.56% of 9 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Identify and track items using barcode tags or RFID (radio-frequency identification) tags 63.64% of 11 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage barrel information such as volume, type, barrel ID, location, etc 0% of 0 reviewers... Enables the printing of multiple correspondence items at one time. 0% of 0 reviewers... Software's ability to perform similar action on multiple similar files simultaneously 50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Access to a library of manufacturing parts, models, and specs 66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create and update BOMs to track inventory needs and calculate product costs. This reduces manual errors and improves production accuracy, though revising BOMs can feel cumbersome. 37 reviewers rated this feature Integrates with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks and Xero and shares inventory-related data such as COGS, income, tax, and payment. This supports comprehensive accounting workflows. 70 reviewers rated this feature Material list of manufacturing parts and associated costs 72.50% of 40 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create bills of materials 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create budgets based on historical data and future projections 0% of 0 reviewers... Technological processes and strategies used for collecting, managing, and analyzing organizational data 0% of 0 reviewers... Helps automate and manage information, tasks, and procedures by establishing routines and patterns associated with processes 0% of 0 reviewers... Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations 0% of 0 reviewers... Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar 0% of 0 reviewers... Monitor service demand and performance to plan for adequate resources that meet business needs 0% of 0 reviewers... Determine and plan production capacity based on changing demands 0% of 0 reviewers... Create and manage digital catalog of products/services with their details, specifications, and price 33.33% of 9 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and manage cellar database of beverages, including their aging information, location, and more 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage various distribution channels, build relations with channel partners, and track their performance 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track the status of assets and whether they're checked in or out 66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important For chemical engineering/manufacturing 0% of 0 reviewers... Tracking, calculating, and paying commissions and earnings to employees 0% of 0 reviewers... Centralized database of stakeholders and their contact information such as names, address, phone number etc. 0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Analyze and calculate business costs 0% of 0 reviewers... Forecast the cost and resources required to complete a project 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage budgets, track and optimize spending and align capacity to workload demand 0% of 0 reviewers... Process to track, record, and analyze expenses that occurred over the entire duration of a given project 66.67% of 12 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Accept and process credit card transactions 0% of 0 reviewers... Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system 0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create custom predefined rules for prices for products and services 0% of 0 reviewers... Build and schedule detailed reports on inventory, sales, and order trends. 0 reviewers rated this feature Record customer information, purchase history, and other notes 0% of 0 reviewers... A collection of customer information such as contact details, demographics, previous interactions, etc. 53.85% of 13 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Access previous interactions or concerns to maintain customer relationships 88.89% of 9 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Store and organize information about customers and previous interactions 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases 57.14% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Alter the layout and content of reports 0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements 0% of 0 reviewers... Create labels for products that contain required information such as colors, sizes, dates, etc. 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Assembly of graphs and charts for visualizing and tracking statistics/metrics 0% of 0 reviewers... Analyze survey results via statistical testing or crosstabs directly within the software 0% of 0 reviewers... An organized inventory of all data assets 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Process of gathering, measuring, and analyzing accurate data 0% of 0 reviewers... You can integrate Fishbowl with systems like QuickBooks and Amazon, perform bulk data updates, and quickly set up products or locations. Importing from CSV and QuickBooks is generally straightforward, but you may face occasional issues with data formatting and reliability. 51 reviewers rated this feature Protect sensitive data for digital privacy 0% of 0 reviewers... Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency 69.23% of 13 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Graphical representation of data 0% of 0 reviewers... A note of the expected delivery date and time 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage order deliveries until they are received by the customers 0% of 0 reviewers... Notation showing the location and time stamp of shipment delivery 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track item deliveries through dispatch notifications, status and location tracking, and ETA updates 0% of 0 reviewers... Forecast customer demand using historical insights and simulations 14.29% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track products that are for sale at a reduced price or part of coupon promotions 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Plan when and how to dispose of outdated or decommissioned assets 0% of 0 reviewers... Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location 25.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Choose a partner from a network of suppliers that will ship the products sold in your store directly to customers 0% of 0 reviewers... Integrates with eCommerce systems 0% of 0 reviewers... Fishbowl Commerce Suite is a built-in eCommerce system to manage online product sales. 22 reviewers rated this feature Transfer of data from one computer system to another 0% of 0 reviewers... Electronically collect payments for goods or services 0% of 0 reviewers... Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Tracks the time an employee has worked 0% of 0 reviewers... Monitor and maintain equipment used to manufacture and deploy products and services, and to reallocate assets where needed 0% of 0 reviewers... Track the location of specific equipment at all times 0% of 0 reviewers... Estimate expected cost based on various factors before a project begins 0% of 0 reviewers... Enable the process of exchanging one item for another 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Plan, pay and track business related expenses. 0% of 0 reviewers... Monitor expiration dates for inventory items 0% of 0 reviewers... Plan, manage, and track the financial activities of an individual or organization 66.67% of 15 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Centralized database to track details of fixed assets such as depreciation and maintenance scheduling/history 0% of 0 reviewers... For businesses handling food & beverage operations 0% of 0 reviewers... Calculate the cost of each item in a recipe 0% of 0 reviewers... Follows the movement of a food product and its ingredients through all steps in the supply chain 0% of 0 reviewers... Designed for third-party logistics companies. 0% of 0 reviewers... Intended to be used by online stores 0% of 0 reviewers... Intended to be used by freight brokers and logistics companies 50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Software for metal fabrication 0% of 0 reviewers... For Retail Stores 50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Designed for small businesses 0% of 0 reviewers... Form predictions based on past and present data/trends 35.29% of 17 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage and optimize formulas/recipes for specific requirements. 0% of 0 reviewers... Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. 0% of 0 reviewers... Archive of job costs for similar projects 0% of 0 reviewers... Information, data and reports that are being tracked over time 0% of 0 reviewers... Management of inbound and outbound shipments in the context of international trade 0.00% of 5 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Integrated suite of industry-specific operations management applications (Supply Chain, HR, Project Management, Manufacturing, etc.) 0% of 0 reviewers... Track and report inventory across multiple locations to gain transparency and resolve discrepancies quickly. Additionally, audit trails help you investigate issues and keep accurate records. 37 reviewers rated this feature Real-time visibility and granular control over inventory movement improve warehouse accuracy and efficiency. You benefit from barcodes, scanners, and serial/lot number tracking, though the system can be complex and navigation can be clunky at times. 159 reviewers rated this feature Physical or digital tags that are affixed to items within an inventory system to identify and track individual items, products & assets 100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important You can streamline stock tracking, create SKUs easily, and integrate with platforms like QuickBooks and Shopify. Automated reorder points help you save time and avoid stockouts, though you might encounter some challenges with data accuracy and process rigidity. 204 reviewers rated this feature Maintain and control the stock level of inventory 61.90% of 63 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track stock count levels to manage product reordering 50.00% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and monitor inventory items, such as raw materials, unfinished goods, and ready-to-sell items 82.58% of 155 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Captures invoice data and maintains comprehensive records for auditing and reporting purposes 100.00% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Collect, organize, and track inventory/product data including item numbers, descriptions, etc. 60.00% of 10 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Calculate total itemized costs, including initial costs and any changes 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage and track all job information and associated tasks 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and visualize the status of an ongoing job and the time spent on tasks or projects 0% of 0 reviewers... Group and package individual but related items as one package set 20.00% of 10 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Process of printing custom labels through various methods. 50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Premade examples and templates for labels 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage the attendance, schedule, and payroll of the labor workforce 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track, manage, and standardize customer rates for services performed by technicians 0% of 0 reviewers... Identify the physical location of an individual, asset, device, etc. 0% of 0 reviewers... Management of the flow of things between point of origin and point of consumption. 0% of 0 reviewers... Track product batches using identification labels or lots 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage, maintain and track the performance of assets and equipment 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Schedule predetermined or ad hoc maintenance services and labor requests 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Software specialized for manufacturers to track work orders, bills of materials, and manufacture orders to help streamline operations 0% of 0 reviewers... Supports the effective planning of manufacturing production based on materials, labor, and machinery. 0% of 0 reviewers... Integration with third-party marketplace software 0% of 0 reviewers... Generate and send material orders from estimates directly to suppliers 0% of 0 reviewers... Material requirements planning software manages the scheduling and inventory control for manufacturers. 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Process of planning, procuring and controlling material flows along with supplier evaluation and shipping 0% of 0 reviewers... Provides intelligence to make the right inventory purchasing decisions. 0% of 0 reviewers... Manufacturing execution systems focus on quality control in the production process. 0% of 0 reviewers... Access software remotely via mobile devices 33.33% of 18 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Notifications via mobile devices 0% of 0 reviewers... Access the system via a mobile application 0% of 0 reviewers... Using physical, mathematical, or logical models as a basis for simulations to generate data for managerial or technical decision-making 0% of 0 reviewers... Observe and track the demand, usage, progress or quality of a system, product, or user 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage inventory, communication, marketing, orders & more across warehouses, stores and online channels 28.57% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Coordinate marketing efforts across channels (email, landing pages, social media, etc.) 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage and handle various international currencies 0.00% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Also known as indented BOM, a hierarchical representation of components, assemblies, and subassemblies needed to manufacture a product 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage and support multiple locations 28.57% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Monitor stock levels and transfers across multiple warehouses in real time. 0 reviewers rated this feature Manage multiple teams and operations from a central location 0% of 0 reviewers... Allows users to manage data from a number of sources 0% of 0 reviewers... Entering, storing, and transmitting electronic and/or online orders, tests and other services for all types of industries 71.43% of 35 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage the process of receiving, preparing, and delivering orders for goods/products 72.73% of 77 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Fishbowl gives you a centralized way to manage, track, and process orders, including integration with eCommerce platforms and QuickBooks. Reviewers appreciate the clear order status tracking, ease of use, and seamless workflow, though some mention it can be time-consuming for high-volume processing. 70.65% of 201 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Send / receive, process, and execute orders 0% of 0 reviewers... Track orders throughout the fulfillment process 75.00% of 28 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Automate order processes to improve operational efficiency in fulfillment, shipping, and more 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track the parcel or consignment delivery status 0% of 0 reviewers... License bundling 0% of 0 reviewers... Track parts inventory levels and manage re-stocking 0% of 0 reviewers... Tracking, managing, and initiating the transfer of funds for overdue customer payments 0% of 0 reviewers... Accept, record, and reconcile financial transactions 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage employee salary processes, data, taxes, and records administration efficiently 0% of 0 reviewers... Organize and manage the accomplishments and development of employees or performance of applications or systems 0% of 0 reviewers... A set of indicators that tracks the performance of networks, applications, systems, teams, etc. 0% of 0 reviewers... Pick and route items from inventory locations to their designated destinations 0% of 0 reviewers... Accept and process customer payments for products or services using hardware and software 22.22% of 9 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Predict future data based on historical data sets 0% of 0 reviewers... Identifies potential asset failures and maintenance activities using real-time data and predictive algorithms 0% of 0 reviewers... Calculate rule-based prices for a product/service 100.00% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and manage the profit margin between the cost of a product and its selling price. 0% of 0 reviewers... Tool used to determine accurate pricing and product eligibility for borrowers 0% of 0 reviewers... Arrange tasks based on the level of priority or urgency 0% of 0 reviewers... Streamlining repetitive tasks and activities through automated and predefined workflows 0% of 0 reviewers... Organize and manage all processes/procedures involved in purchasing goods and/or services 0% of 0 reviewers... Present a catalog of inventory that customers can view 0% of 0 reviewers... Customize the specifications of a finished product to meet the particular needs of a customer 0% of 0 reviewers... Capture, organize and track product-specific data and information in a centralized location 0% of 0 reviewers... Ability to link barcodes or serial numbers with specific items for identification 64.89% of 131 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Import product information from third party sites or create your own, adjust descriptions and make other changes as required 100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Label attached to a product to identify the product or its contents 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage the end-to-end production process for manufacturing operations 69.23% of 39 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Plan and schedule the use of production resources 28.57% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track the production of materials and items over certain periods or seasons 71.43% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Reporting on how each user, task or process has advanced since its initiation 0% of 0 reviewers... Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments 0% of 0 reviewers... Identifying critical tasks that make up a project and assigning start and end dates for each 0% of 0 reviewers... Estimate or forecast of a future scenario based on the study of present trends 0% of 0 reviewers... Capture photos, signatures, customer IDs, GPS coordinates or other information to act as proof of delivery 0% of 0 reviewers... Create, track, and manage purchase orders using reorder thresholds and linked sales orders to streamline procurement. Reporting and drop-shipping add value, though accounting integration and PO revisions can be difficult. 137 reviewers rated this feature Workflows that help acquire inventory, issue purchase orders and receive and store items in required quantity 76.19% of 21 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Allows the printing and management of QR Codes 0% of 0 reviewers... Matrix barcode that stores information 0% of 0 reviewers... Ensure that quality requirements and standards are met across production processes 60.00% of 5 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Focuses on improving processes by collecting data and spotting bottlenecks or other challenges. 100.00% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Integrates with QuickBooks 0% of 0 reviewers... Generate quotes or estimates for customers 38.46% of 13 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Analyze and gain insights into data in real-time 0% of 0 reviewers... Receive data and information in real time 16.67% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs 0% of 0 reviewers... Active reporting of data and metrics 0% of 0 reviewers... Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Remove or recall products from the market 0% of 0 reviewers... With barcode scanning, accounting integrations, and optimized putaway processes, businesses can receive and organize new inventory efficiently. 22 reviewers rated this feature Labels used to alert warehouses of any pertinent information before workers scan or unpack the product 0% of 0 reviewers... Store recipes, enable recipe modification, and generate data required for production records 0% of 0 reviewers... Algorithmically generated suggestions based on user behaviors, preferences, or data patterns to enhance UX, productivity, or engagement 0% of 0 reviewers... Managing orders that a customer purchases repeatedly and regularly 0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Purchase and replenish product stock based on inventory levels and needs 38.89% of 18 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Allows service businesses to track ongoing repairs 0% of 0 reviewers... Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns 50.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important You get a variety of built-in reports for sales, inventory, and business analysis, with some customization options. Reviewers indicate reports are useful for decision-making, but wish for more flexibility, better formatting, and improved integration with QuickBooks. 72.73% of 110 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Enables creation, management, and tracking of product requirements & features during product production/development 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Process of planning, scheduling and executing the optimal and effective use of human capital across projects 0% of 0 reviewers... Tracking, organizing, and controlling retail inventory throughout the supply chain and sales process 33.33% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and facilitate returns of products sold 37.50% of 8 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important See what items have been returned 0% of 0 reviewers... Set & manage permission levels based on user roles and restrict access to only authorized individuals 0% of 0 reviewers... Plan daily routes to optimize employee scheduling and provide directions 0% of 0 reviewers... Identify and assess hazards to ensure the well-being of employees, assets, and the environment 0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Oversee various functions of the organization while balancing and optimizing supply and demand 0% of 0 reviewers... Track in detail how users interact with your campaigns and pages (scrolling, button interactions, etc.) 0% of 0 reviewers... Automate processes to manage leads, contacts, opportunities and sales activities 0% of 0 reviewers... Estimate of expected sales revenue within a specific time frame, such as quarterly, monthly or yearly based on past trends and reports. 33.33% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Managing activities & processes related to planning, coordination, implementation, control, and evaluation of sales performance. 0% of 0 reviewers... An order generated by a seller to a customer, containing details about products or services 300.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Reports specific to sales analysis for trends and strategies 52.63% of 19 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Calculation of consumption tax imposed on the sale of goods/services 0% of 0 reviewers... Analyze the current state of sales data to accurately understand trends and forecast future sales numbers. 0% of 0 reviewers... Plan availability and assign specific time slots for tasks and resources 0% of 0 reviewers... Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria 50.00% of 40 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and assign specific serial numbers to products 50.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important The software will assign a tracking number associated to the order number to track the physical progress of the package in delivery. 0% of 0 reviewers... Generate or print labels that contain shipping information for packages 50.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Fishbowl integrates with shipping platforms and automates shipping workflows so customers receive their orders quickly at competitive prices. 43 reviewers rated this feature Checkout of online store 0% of 0 reviewers... Create, manage, and share one level of an assembly with the entire product team 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Internal and external product tracking codes 28.57% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Send messages via SMS 0% of 0 reviewers... Negotiate best prices and choose the right vendor for various purchases 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage occupancy and space utilization in facilities and buildings 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage special order requested by a customer 44.44% of 9 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track the status over time for a request, process, asset, or transaction 83.33% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage the buying, selling, and holding of stocks 0% of 0 reviewers... At a high level, visualize a preferred outcome, define goals and identify specific steps to achieve them 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage all supplier data and operations 57.89% of 19 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Manage the planning and execution of supply chain activities 50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Attach digital tags to documents and assets for identification, search, or monitoring purposes 0% of 0 reviewers... Create, manage and track all task activities and progression 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and manage the scheduling of tasks 0% of 0 reviewers... Sample files or documents that could be customized as needed or used as is 0% of 0 reviewers... Addition of necessary external data, applications, tools, or features 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Integrates with third-party tools for accounting, eCommerce management, compliance, file storage, customer relationship management (CRM), and shipping, among other software categories. 22 reviewers rated this feature Log and record hours worked and costs spent to assist in billing and invoicing 0% of 0 reviewers... Measure and track time including hours worked and paid time off (PTO) 0% of 0 reviewers... Track and document the history, application, or location of an item or activity 83.33% of 30 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Record of all transactions such as purchases, deposits, withdrawals and transfers within a specific period 0% of 0 reviewers... Organize and track the physical movement of goods from one location to another 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and interpret metrics on the usage of company resources 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks 46.67% of 15 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Real-time vehicle tracking for monitoring location, route, speed, etc. 0% of 0 reviewers... Vendor takes full responsibility for maintaining an agreed inventory of the material on behalf of the buyer 36.36% of 11 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Ability to track and store all vendor-related information, such as contacts, services offered, terms, etc. 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage information about vineyards, including design, plantation, and maintenance of grape harvest 0% of 0 reviewers... Manage and track operations and inventory within warehouses 71.43% of 49 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Built-in website builder or integration with third-party site 0% of 0 reviewers... Creating, assign, and track jobs and/or tasks for work orders 0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks 58.82% of 17 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Molly Burke Fishbowl’s top-rated features highlight its strength in tracking stock and syncing inventory data across systems. These features drive more informed ordering decisions and help simplify workflows across distributed inventory locations. Features 4.1 (1,045) 4.1 Based on 1,045 reviews ## Pricing Fishbowl does not publish entry-level pricing on its website.  **Average budget for inventory management tools:** The median budget for inventory management software buyers we speak to is $150 per month, per user. Actual pricing for Fishbowl may vary from this figure depending on user count, features, and contract terms. ### Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available [View all Pricing Plans](https://www.capterra.com/p/123794/Fishbowl/pricing/) Molly Burke Senior Content Analyst Request a quote from Fishbowl and compare it to the $150 per user monthly median budget. This will help you judge its value against what typical SMBs spend. Value for money 4.1 (858) 4.1 Based on 858 reviews ## Integrations Fishbowl connects to a range of accounting, eCommerce, and shipping platforms through both native and third-party integrations. These help teams sync inventory, orders, and financial data across systems for smoother operations. Popular integrations [ Dropbox Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/143068/Dropbox-Business/)[ QuickBooks Enterprise](https://www.capterra.com/p/174984/QuickBooks-Enterprise/)[ Salesforce Sales Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/61368/Salesforce/)[ QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/190778/QuickBooks-Online/)[ Zoho CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/155928/Zoho-CRM/)[ Shopify](https://www.capterra.com/p/83891/Shopify/)[ Xero](https://www.capterra.com/p/120109/Xero/)[ Square Payments](https://www.capterra.com/p/170278/Square-Payments-Processing/) Molly Burke Senior Content Analyst Integrating Fishbowl with other tools helps reduce double entry, automate order processing, and centralize reporting—freeing up time for growth and customer service. Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.2 (1026) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.2 (1,026) 4.2 Based on 1,026 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.2 Based on 1,101 reviews Filter by rating 5(540) 4(375) 3(90) 2(35) 1(61) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent AL Adam L. Director Construction ### "Great product for Warehouse Management" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 April 20, 2026 Very positive, I do believe firmly that Fishbowl is a great product that also connects (by feed) seamlessly to Quickbooks Online, which has saved us many person-hours, thus providing value for money spent. Pros We use it mainly as a WMS, and there's an awful lot of functionality within this product to take advantage of. Calling out the "wiki" of videos and other materials for bot introduction to Fishbowl as well as to become aware of many aspects that help order management. Cons Reports and/or ability to write custom-reporting to meet our specific business needs. I do feel this is a bit more "back-burner" and may be in development. Alternatives considered [SAP Crystal Reports](https://www.capterra.com/p/212107/SAP-Crystal-Reports/) Reasons for choosing Fishbowl Connectability of data with Salesforce and Quickbooks Online. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. KG Krista G. VP Construction ### "Overall, good Inventory Mangagement Software" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 April 20, 2026 Our experience has been, overall, a good one. The tech help is very helpful when needed, and the software seems to function well. Pros Fishbowl works really well as it is. But there are some functionalities it is lacking. We worked with developers to create a customer report for us that they just were not able to do (create a production list). I like the intuitiveness of use, and I like the way most of the process flows are set up. Cons The RMA process is very cumbersome and repetetive. There are so many steps to the process, and doing one simple return takes much longer than it should. It would be nice to have saved settings to speed up the process, allowing for adjustments if desred. We do wish there was aa Switched from [QuickBooks Desktop](https://www.capterra.com/p/212058/QuickBooks-Desktop-Pro/) We needed a more robust inventory tracking system Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. RD Richard D. Production Operations MGR Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing ### "MTM usage experience" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 6/10 April 17, 2026 we use this product for for inventory projections and sales projects based on the current inventory and sales quotes Pros we use this product for inventory count and monitor. Sales quotes and and sales projections and manufacturing processes. Cons reports for venders and customers lack standard ISO 9001 performance, on time delivery and returns and defects. Switched from [QuickBooks Enterprise](https://www.capterra.com/p/174984/QuickBooks-Enterprise/) lack features require for iso 9001 MANUFACTURING Alternatives considered [NetSuite](https://www.capterra.com/p/135757/NetSuite/) [Zoho Inventory](https://www.capterra.com/p/146241/Zoho-Inventory/) Reasons for choosing Fishbowl Easy setup and flow of the QuickBooks platform and style. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. SK S Kamran Z. VP Operations - CSR Manager Paper & Forest Products ### "CSR Manager" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 6/10 April 16, 2026 Recently FB has been little troublesome in maintaining stock count, we face errors of pick stuck, unable to close short order etc. Cloud version exists but may not be as seamless as true SaaS platforms Remote access can require extra setup Pros Easy Applications, Designed for small → mid-sized companies Handles increasing inventory complexity More powerful than basic inventory tools but cheaper than full ERP. It supports: Bill of Materials (BOM) Work orders Material planning (MRP-lite) Cons Software errors and glitches, Cloud version exists but may not be as seamless as true SaaS platforms Remote access can require extra setup Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MF Matt F. Procurement manager Arts and Crafts ### "Fishbowl is AWESOME" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 April 16, 2026 Excellent. And way better than any others I hav used from an ease of use standpoint. It’s a very pretty program. Pros Ease of use. It’s very understated when it comes to the user friendliness. I would recommend it to anyone! Cons Doesn’t show all info from all aspects when you search for a supplier it didn’t show the part number and all information. So that was limited. Switched from [Yodeck](https://www.capterra.com/p/228571/Yodeck/) It was a better value. The current program is very out dated Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. SB Scott B. Purchasing Agent Machinery ### "Thomas Racing Factory" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 2.0 2.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 April 15, 2026 We are just at the basic inventory control, and it has been a good experience. We look forward in upgrading when we grow the business Pros Inventory control with bar codes scanner on phone. The reports are very detailed and are valuable for our business. Cons You can't print a variety of barcodes that you need. You have to print a group or a certain barcode. You can't pick five barcodes and just print them. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. JC Jeremy C. Estimator and purchaser Logistics and Supply Chain ### "Fishbowl overview" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 April 14, 2026 Great overall experience—easy to use, reliable performance, and helpful features that make daily tasks smoother and more efficient! Pros Fishbowl Inventory streamlines stock tracking, integrates smoothly and boosts efficiency—reliable user-friendly, & powerful!! Cons The payment options feel limited and outdated, with little flexibility for modern businesses. It’s frustrating that common methods aren’t supported, and the lack of seamless billing integration makes managing subscriptions and transactions more time-consuming than it should be. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. DB Deeann B. Owner Automotive ### "Highly recommended software solution" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 April 14, 2026 Our overall experience with Fishbowl has been very positive. Having an automotive based business, there are many combinations of parts we can put together, so kits has been very valuable to our business. The integrations with the ecommerce platforms and shipping solutions have made our order management efficient and effortless. Fishbowl has been an integral part of our company's success. Pros We have been using Fishbowl for 8 years. It does everything we need for inventory control, point of sale and order management. The integration with eBay, Big Commerce and ShipStation are paramount to our business running smoothly. Anytime we have needed customer support, they have been responsive and resolutions have been quick. We mainly use kits on our selling platforms and Fishbowl's capabilities in this area are versatile. Cons Any time there is an upgrade, we are reluctant to install it because of issues we have had in the past upgrading the first day or two after it is released. Alternatives considered [Sage Accounting](https://www.capterra.com/p/168740/Sage-One-UK/) Reasons for choosing Fishbowl Fishbowl had a similar or better price point than other systems we considered. The initial setup and data import was more robust. I was not able to choose the ones I considered from the list, but we looked at Counterpoint, Sage and a couple others. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. AB Andrew B. General Manager Machinery ### "Fishbowl Advanced for Manufacturing, Sales, and Inventory." 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 April 14, 2026 Overall I have a good impression from Fishbowl, pricing is affordable for small teams, but its got the feature set for big customers. I would use it for again if I needed to make the choice. Pros They have a self-hosted version, its very high quality, low maintenance to run the server. The software has a huge set of features for manufacturing and inventory control. Sales orders and purchase orders are also all under the same roof. Sales orders support invoicing and reporting. Manufacturing has BOM's, Work Orders, Manufacture Orders, and has options for custom MO's as well as reverse MO's. Software has a great layout, its not old and dated, but neither is it a flashy smooth interface that changes with every new update. Styling is consistent. Customer support is easy to reach, they recently on-boarded a number of new employees, so no issues. Accounting export is automatically synced from Fishbowl to Quickbooks. It supports desktop and cloud versions of quickbooks. Seamless integration. Cons New features are slow in coming. They could use an upgraded custom reporting tool, current stock report set is great, but ability to customize is somewhat lacking. Switched from [QuickBooks Desktop](https://www.capterra.com/p/212058/QuickBooks-Desktop-Pro/) Quickbooks did not have enough of features for inventory control. Alternatives considered [QuickBooks Desktop](https://www.capterra.com/p/212058/QuickBooks-Desktop-Pro/) [Odoo](https://www.capterra.com/p/135618/Odoo/) Reasons for choosing Fishbowl Easier to use, and more features than Quickbooks. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. JF Jason F. President Retail ### "We love Fishbowl and it keeps everything organized for us!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 April 14, 2026 We have had a wonderful experience overall, and are VERY happy we found FIshbowl when we did (8 years ago or so?) as it has fulfilled all of our inventory needs and more! Pros We like Fishbowl because it serves as a very robust source of truth handling everything from order processing, to invoicing and payments, to inventory management, to accounting. It is also a great bridge from our ecommerce store to quickbooks. It has way more inventory functionality than Quickbooks and our e-commerce store and really does a great job for us when it comes to managing inventory. Cons I don't really have many complaints with Fishbowl other than with our most current website migration, we don't need a lot of the sales features at this point and it is getting a little expensive for how we are using it just due to our exact set-up since we now have different costs with the new website and our order flow is different. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. [View all Reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/123794/Fishbowl/reviews/) ## FAQs Fishbowl Inventory helps businesses track inventory, manage orders, and automate purchasing across multiple locations. It connects with accounting and eCommerce systems, giving teams real-time visibility into stock levels, sales, and warehouse operations for better decision-making. Fishbowl is not a full ERP system, but it offers many ERP-like features. It focuses on inventory management, order processing, and manufacturing workflows. For broader ERP needs like HR or advanced financials, businesses may need to integrate Fishbowl with other solutions. Based on verified user reviews on Capterra, Fishbowl Inventory is used by small and midsize businesses that need to manage inventory, manufacturing, or distribution. Typical users include warehouse managers, office managers, directors of operations, project managers, inventory managers, and purchasing managers. People use Fishbowl to gain better control over inventory, automate manual tasks, and connect inventory data with accounting software like QuickBooks. Its real-time tracking and automation features help reduce errors, save time, and improve order accuracy. Fishbowl integrates with several CRM tools, but the most direct connections are available through third-party connectors or application programming interfaces (APIs). Businesses should check Fishbowl’s integration page or consult support to confirm compatibility with their preferred CRM system. Yes. Fishbowl is built on a SQL database, which allows for advanced reporting and data access. Businesses can use SQL queries to create custom reports or connect Fishbowl to external analytics tools. ### Have more questions? Connect with one of our advisors for a free consultation and save time in your software search. ## Sources - **Capterra reviews data**: Capterra reviews are collected from verified users for individual software products. 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