1factory vs SimplerQMS
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of ETQ Reliance vs 1factory vs SimplerQMS: 11 Best Quality Management Software for Small Manufacturers 2026. Last verified October 19, 2026.
The short answer
1factory ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #3) for Small and mid-size manufacturers managing document control, nonconformance, inspection and supplier quality. Best shop-floor quality depth on the list.
At a glance
| 1factory | SimplerQMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / ETQ Reliance vs 1factory vs SimplerQMS: 11 Best Quality Management Software for Small Manufacturers 2026 | #3 / ETQ Reliance vs 1factory vs SimplerQMS: 11 Best Quality Management Software for Small Manufacturers 2026 |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Best for | Inspection, FAI and SPC with a QMS attached | Validated cloud QMS with a stated starting price |
| Pricing | Quote only, price not published on the pages we could open (the pricing page showed no plans or figures) | $$$$ (Starter from USD 17,500 per year for up to 15 users; 15+ users is quote only) |
| HQ | — | — |
| Founded | — | — |
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.