Katana
Cloud inventory and manufacturing platform for brands that make what they sell, with a free plan for up to 30 SKUs.
- Best for
- DTC brands that make their products
- Pricing
- Free plan; paid by annual contract
- Price
- Free plan
What Katana does
Katana tracks raw materials, production and finished goods, with lot tracking and syncs to Shopify, QuickBooks and Xero. It says 1,600+ businesses use it and lists case studies such as Found Surface recovering $40k+ in inventory and Mine Baseball saving 30+ hours a week. A free plan covers 30 SKUs; the Advantage plan is custom-priced annually.
Katana demo video
Official video from Katana Cloud Inventory on YouTube, published July 1, 2025. Watch on YouTube. Video checked October 29, 2026.
Pricing
| Pricing model | Free plan; paid by annual contract |
|---|---|
| Starting price | Free plan |
From Katana's public pricing. Confirm current rates on their site.
Pros and cons
- Free plan (30 SKUs)
- Named case studies with figures
- G2 4.4 from 129 reviews
- Paid plan price not public
- Best for makers, not resellers
Key features
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Katana FAQs
What is Katana?
Katana is a cloud inventory and manufacturing platform for brands that make what they sell, with a free plan for up to 30 SKUs. Core services: Cloud inventory, Manufacturing/MRP, Batch and lot tracking, Shopify and accounting sync.
How much does Katana cost?
Katana has a free plan, with paid tiers on a free plan; paid by annual contract basis. Prices come from public pricing pages; confirm current rates before you sign.
Who is Katana best for?
Katana is best for DTC brands that make their products.
What are the pros and cons of Katana?
Pros: free plan (30 SKUs); named case studies with figures; G2 4.4 from 129 reviews. Cons: paid plan price not public; best for makers, not resellers.
What are the best Katana alternatives?
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