Descartes Finale (formerly Finale Inventory)
In our testing, Finale was fast and easy to work in, and adding products, creating purchase orders, and reconciling them took little effort. Its Amazon and warehouse tools make it a strong step up from spreadsheets, but current pricing makes it a harder sell for smaller operations.
- Amazon FBA and AWD replenishment planning built in
- Syncs stock across Amazon, Shopify, Walmart, and TikTok Shop
- Landed cost and COGS flow into QuickBooks or Xero
- API and EDI access only on Enterprise
- Barcode scanning module costs extra on Essentials
- Handles light assembly, not full manufacturing
- Developer The Descartes Systems Group Inc
- Client OS Android, Web
- Deployment Cloud Hosted
What Is Descartes Finale?
Descartes Finale, formerly Finale Inventory, is cloud-based inventory software that runs in a web browser, with a mobile scanner app for Android phones and handheld scanners. Because everything lives in one system, warehouse staff, purchasing, and finance work from the same inventory records.
Every plan includes multi-warehouse tracking, purchasing and replenishment, financial reporting, and sales channel integrations. Lot and serial number tracking, stock audits, and cycle counts help businesses that need tighter control over specific products.
Our Ratings
| Rating | Details |
|---|---|
| Usability - 8.7 | Has both a home screen and top navigation for modules; product details can be added manually or imported from connected systems; conditional formatting color-codes inventory risks. |
| Support - 9.4 | Support level varies by plan; help center includes setup guides and 100+ training videos. |
| Features - 9.3 | Covers multichannel inventory, warehouse and barcode workflows, purchasing, Amazon FBA and AWD, and accounting integration in one system. |
| Security - 9.2 | Role-based user permissions; no public details on MFA or security certifications; no reported breaches found. |
| Value - 8.5 | Plans are quote-based through a sales demo, with no free trial offered; annual or multi-year agreements are common. |
| Performance - 9.0 | Functionality was fast and responsive; it was easy to add new products, create purchase orders, and reconcile them in the system; no noticeable slowness or performance issues. |
| Key Features - 9.0 | Includes multichannel inventory sync, purchase orders and replenishment, landed cost tracking, QuickBooks and Xero integration, and customizable reporting. |
Key Features
Multichannel Inventory Sync
- Syncs stock levels across marketplaces, shopping carts, and point-of-sale systems to reduce overselling
- Imports orders from connected sales channels, like Shopify
- Tracks stock across multiple warehouses and locations
- Supports stock audits and full stock takes
Amazon FBA and AWD Management
- FBA replenishment planning
- Manages inbound shipments to Amazon
- Reconciles FBA inventory against Amazon’s records
- Supports Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD)
Warehouse Management and Barcode Scanning
- Mobile barcode scanning for receiving, cycle counts, and stock transfers
- Single-order and wave or batch picking, plus pick and pack
- Label printing for products and shipments
- Kits, bundles, and bill of materials (BOM) builds for simple assembly
Purchasing and Replenishment
- Creates purchase orders and handles reordering
- Recommends purchases, transfers, and builds automatically
- Plans replenishment across warehouses, FBA, and retail locations
- Generates bills of lading
Landed Cost and Accounting Integration
- Calculates landed cost per item
- Tracks cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory asset value
- Syncs with QuickBooks Online and Xero
- Connects to A2X for marketplace settlement accounting
Custom Reporting
- Customizable reports, views, and screens
- Profitability and margin reporting
- Inventory valuation reports
- Sends data to Power BI and Looker Studio for outside analysis
Integrations, API, and EDI
- Marketplaces including Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Faire, Walmart, TikTok Shop, and Wayfair
- Shopping carts and POS systems including Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Adobe Commerce, Lightspeed, Square, and Clover
- Shipping tools including ShipStation, ShippingEasy, and ShipRush
- REST and GraphQL APIs, plus EDI through SPS Commerce and other partners
Descartes Finale (Finale Inventory) Pricing
Finale sells subscriptions through its sales team, so you’ll get a quote after a demo rather than signing up online. There’s no free trial. The final price depends on:
- Number of users
- Number of sales channel and accounting integrations
- Monthly order volume, since going over plan limits can trigger usage fees or a required upgrade
- Add-ons, like the barcode scanning module on Essentials
- Extra onboarding work, such as custom accounting workflows or advanced QuickBooks setup
Standard onboarding is included. Most customers sign 12-, 24-, or 36-month agreements; ask whether a longer term lowers your rate. Go-live estimates across Finale’s and Descartes’ pages range from 2 to 8 weeks, so ask for a timeline in your demo. Plan time for training too, since users report a learning curve and outdated documentation.
Alternatives
Summary
We recommend Descartes Finale for multichannel eCommerce sellers, wholesalers, and distributors who run their own warehouses and have outgrown spreadsheets and QuickBooks inventory management. It’s especially worth a look if Amazon FBA or AWD is a big part of your business, since replenishment planning and reconciliation are built in.
We tested Finale before the Descartes acquisition. The core software appears largely unchanged since then. The bigger changes are on the business side: a new name, a quote-based sales process with no free trial, and multi-year agreements as the norm. Smaller sellers should weigh the cost against lighter inventory apps before booking a demo.
Finale isn’t a replacement for an ERP or a full manufacturing system. It handles simple assemblies and depends on QuickBooks or Xero for accounting. If you need production planning or one system for financials, CRM, and inventory, look at an ERP instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns Finale?
What are the best alternatives to Descartes Finale?
Buyers most often compare Finale with Cin7, Fishbowl, NetSuite, and Sellercloud:
- Cin7 Core suits product businesses that also need a B2B wholesale portal or point of sale, both sold as add-ons, and sells production manufacturing as an add-on on higher plans.
- Fishbowl was built to fill the inventory gaps in QuickBooks and handles deeper manufacturing, with multi-level BOMs and work orders.
- NetSuite is a full cloud ERP that combines financials, CRM, and inventory, for businesses ready to replace QuickBooks entirely.
- Sellercloud, also owned by Descartes, is an all-in-one eCommerce operations platform with 350+ integrations, used by wholesale, FBA, refurbished-goods, and 3PL sellers. If you’re talking to Descartes, ask which of the two fits your operation.
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User Reviews of Descartes Finale
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Finale was the only company who said they could do what we wanted
We previously had issues trying to debit and report sales post-shipping. My previous software vendor told me I was using their software the wrong way and wouldn’t support us or our desire to process high volume orders. Finale was the only company who said they could do what we wanted. Setup and integration were very easy.
They are very attentive to our problems and are quick to help
It’s very simple, easy to use, and clean. There is not a lot of clutter. We started researching programs a year ago and loved Finale. They are very attentive to our problems and are quick to help. They’ve helped us increase our productivity. We used to have no digital inventory control and had to update inventory manually. We’ve saved thousands with Finale and are very grateful.
The support team was always responsive
I’m happy with Finale. There were some initial worries but that is probably due to our size and multiple locations. The support team was always responsive and took our feedback and gave suggestions. We’re still evolving with it but we feel we can finally do everything we wanted within one program.
