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# Compare Fishbowl vs Factory

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> Detailed comparison between Fishbowl and Factory. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Fishbowl | Factory |
| **Overall rating** | 4.2/5 | 5.0/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1123 | 2 |
| **Starting Price** | - | A$400.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | - |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### Fishbowl

Fishbowl is manufacturing and warehouse management software that seamlessly integrates with QuickBooks \&amp; Xero and offers secure \&amp; cost-effective inventory management to manufacturers and so much more.

### Factory

Small to Medium businesses within the manufacturing, fabrication and engineering industries.

## Key features

### Fishbowl

- Add & Edit Photos
- Asset Tracking
- Channel Management
- Contact Database
- Cost Analysis
- Customisable Templates
- Label Templates
- Labor Rates
- MES
- Mobile Alerts
- Monitoring
- Order Fulfillment
- Order Processing
- Order Tracking
- Pricing Management
- Real-Time Data
- Safety Management
- Sales & Operations Planning
- Scheduling
- Special Order Management

### Factory

- Contact Database
- Order Fulfillment
- Order Tracking
- Special Order Management

## Links

- [View Fishbowl Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/123794/fishbowl)
- [View Factory Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/207664/factory)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.uk/compare/123794/207664/fishbowl/vs/factory)

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