InvenTree
Open source inventory management with powerful low-level stock control and part tracking.
GitHub stars
7,717
Repo updated
Oct 2026
License
MIT
Technology
Python (Django), React
What is InvenTree?
InvenTree is an open source inventory management system. Its core is a Python and Django backend that provides a web admin interface and a REST API, with a plugin interface and a Python module for integration. It is widely used by makers, workshops and hardware businesses to track parts, stock locations, suppliers and purchase orders.
Best for Makers, workshops and hardware startups that track parts and stock with suppliers and bills of materials.
In depth
InvenTree features
Strengths
- Deep stock and parts control.
- Extensible through plugins and API.
- Active, well-documented project.
Limitations
- Not an accounting system: pair it with accounting software.
- Needs a Python and database setup or Docker.
- More detailed than a simple shop needs.
Where InvenTree fits in your business
We compare InvenTree with similar tools in these small business buying guides:
- Inventory management guide
- Purchase orders guide
- Vendor management guide
Installing and hosting InvenTree
Follow the project's own installation guide for exact, current steps. See the official documentation.
Information checked 16 October 2026 from the project's documentation. Versions change, so confirm before running commands on a production server.
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Official links for InvenTree
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Frequently asked questions about InvenTree
Is InvenTree open source?
Yes. It is MIT licensed.
Does InvenTree have an API?
Yes. It provides a REST API, a Python module and a plugin interface.
Is InvenTree good for retail?
It is built for parts and stock tracking. A shop with a till should look at a point of sale system instead.
Data verified 16 October 2026 from the project's public repository, LICENSE file and documentation. Details change, so check the official sources. See our disclaimer. Found a mistake? Tell us.