Katana review

A visually-driven ERP built specifically for the inventory and production needs of small manufacturers.

Top 11 rank

#5 of 11

Score

8.3/9.4

Pricing

$$ ($99 to $1,199/mo)

HQ

Tallinn, Estonia

Verdict

Katana excels by focusing narrowly on the needs of small manufacturers, providing a visually intuitive 'manufacturing ERP' that makes production scheduling and inventory tracking simple.

What customers praise

Its live inventory management automatically allocates raw materials to production orders and finished goods to sales orders, giving a real-time view of what's available to promise.

What customers criticise

The platform's core financials are limited; it is designed to sync with dedicated accounting software like QuickBooks or Xero, meaning it is not a true all-in-one ERP.

Best for

Small manufacturers and direct-to-consumer brands that need precise control over raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

At a glance

  • Integrations: Shopify, QuickBooks Online, Xero, WooCommerce, Amazon
  • Regions served: Global
  • Typical onboarding: 14 days

Red flags

Public risk signals as of June 2026: none. No material public risk signals as of 2026-06-20. See the full red-flag report.

Alternatives

See alternatives to Katana, or compare against the next-ranked entry: Katana vs Sage Intacct.

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best ERP Software for Small Businesses, verified June 20, 2026 — no paid placement.