Free vs paid: where the money goes
| Cost | Open-source (self-hosted) | Paid SaaS (e.g. Odoo Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| License | $0 | $24.90-$31.10/user/mo (Odoo Standard) |
| Hosting | Your servers or cloud VM + admin time | Included on Odoo Online |
| Implementation | Partner or in-house | Odoo Success Packs $3,060-$25,000 |
| Upgrades | You migrate custom modules each version | Handled for standard apps |
| Support | Community forums or a partner | Included |
When free ERP makes sense
Small, technical teams with simple processes and someone to own the server. Once you need vendor support, upgrades or a partner SLA, compare total cost against Odoo pricing and Business Central pricing.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Odoo free?
One app is free with unlimited users on Odoo Online; multi-app use requires Standard ($31.10/user/mo yearly, $24.90 in year one) or Custom ($61.00).
Sources
- Odoo - Pricing (US prices, archived 2026-09-17) (accessed 2026-09-23) - Source date: 2026-09-17
- Odoo - Success Packs (US prices, archived 2026-08-09) (accessed 2026-09-23) - Source date: 2026-08-09