Free, open-source alternatives to Sortly
Inventory tracking app. 4 apps you can run yourself instead of Sortly, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
HomeBox (SysAdminsMedia)Best match
Inventory and organization system built for the home user.
Inventree
Inventory management system which provides intuitive parts management and stock control.
Part-DB
Inventory management system for your electronic components.
grocy
ERP beyond your fridge. Groceries & household management solution for your home.
Side by side
| App | Stars | License | Activity | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HomeBox (SysAdminsMedia) | 7,528 | AGPL-3.0 | Docker, Go | |
| Inventree | 7,703 | MIT | Python | |
| Part-DB | 1,799 | AGPL-3.0 | Docker, PHP, Node.js | |
| grocy | 9,586 | MIT | PHP, Docker |
Why replace Sortly?
Sortly works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.
Questions
What is the best free alternative to Sortly?
HomeBox (SysAdminsMedia) is the closest open-source replacement for Sortly in our list. Inventree and Part-DB are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to Sortly?
Yes. All 4 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.