Differences between Odoo Community and Odoo Enterprise
If you want to identify which is the best version for your company, this blog is for you!
Approximate rea​ding time: 10 min. 

While Odoo Community is an excellent option for many businesses, Odoo Enterprise may be the right choice for others. In this blog, we will evaluate both options to identify the one that best fits your company.

What is Odoo Community and how Odoo Enterprise came to be?

Odoo Community is the free and open-source version of Odoo, which is developed collaboratively by a global community of developers and users. In this version, anyone can contribute to the code, report bugs, or add new features to the software.

On the other hand, Odoo Enterprise was created in response to the demand from businesses that need a more advanced business management solution with professional support.

It offers all the features of the Community version, but with additional services such as guaranteed updates, technical support, and access to a series of exclusive applications that we will discuss in detail later.

Now that you know a bit about each, we'll tell you more about the factors that differentiate them.


1. Applications  

While both editions offer a comprehensive set of essential applications for business management, the Enterprise version includes exclusive applications and advanced features designed for specific needs.

Below, we present a table with the exclusive applications of Enterprise that are not included in the Community version:

Accounting
Accounting features such as General Ledger, Bank Reconciliation, Analytical Accounting, Invoice OCR, Budgets, and more are not available in the Community version, only in the Enterprise version.


Sales
Loyalty and gift card features at point of sale, subscriptions, rentals, and the Amazon connector are not available in the Community version.  
Inventory and Manufacturing
Features like Work Centers, Dashboard, Calendar, and the Barcode, Quality, and Product Lifecycle Management modules are not available in the Community version. 
       
Human Resources
The Departmental Dashboard feature and the References and Appraisals modules are not available in the Community version.  

Marketing
The Email Templates feature and the Social Marketing and Marketing Automation modules are not available in the Community version.
 
Services
Features like Grid View, Timer, Reminders, Timesheet Validation, and the External Service, Helpdesk, Planning, and Appointment modules are not available in the Community version. 

Productivity
Modules such as Approvals, Internet of Things (IoT), and VoIP are not available in the Community version.

Customization
Odoo Studio allows you to customize your Odoo without the need for development, but this module is not available in the Community version.
You can find a complete comparative list of applications on the official Odoo page / community / compare editions. if you want more information.
2. Hosting 

Odoo does not offer management for Odoo Community, so the most common option is third-party management on a local server or on a dedicated cloud server. However, for Odoo Enterprise, you can choose from the following options:
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  • Odoo Enterprise Cloud (Odoo .SH)
This is Odoo's cloud hosting service that offers high availability, security, scalability, as well as automatic software updates and regular backups. Additionally, it allows the installation of third-party applications, access to the backend, customizations with Odoo Studio, and integration with other platforms. The cost of this service varies depending on the number of users and the amount of data hosted in the ERP system.
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  • Odoo Enterprise On-Premise
This is a hosting option that involves installing Odoo on a local server or a dedicated cloud server managed by a third party. It requires a larger investment in hardware, setup time, and ongoing maintenance with specialized technical staff.
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  • Odoo Enterprise Online
This is Odoo's cloud hosting service for companies that are just starting out and need support in managing the server. It offers high availability, backups, security, scalability, and automatic software updates. It does not include third-party application installation, backend access, customizations with Odoo Studio, or integration with other platforms. The cost of this service varies depending on the number of users and the amount of data hosted in the ERP system.


3. Support and Warranty 

For customers who have purchased an Enterprise subscription, Odoo offers a technical support service, which includes assistance via email, as well as software updates and security patches. The warranty is permanent during the subscription period.
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  • Updates
Odoo announces its new version every year, showcasing new features and improvements. These regular updates include functionality improvements, bug fixes, and security patches.
4. User Experience 

In Odoo Enterprise, the user interface is designed to be visually appealing and easy to navigate. It can be customized to meet the specific needs of the business and can be used on both mobile applications and desktop computers.

On the other hand, in Odoo Community, the user experience is not as advanced as in Enterprise and may require more effort in terms of customization and configuration. This version only allows access to the software from a desktop computer.
5. Price 

Although the Community version is free, if your company does not have a team of Odoo programming experts, you will need to hire services from an external provider. That’s why we recommend not only focusing on costs but also analyzing your company’s specific needs and evaluating which version of Odoo can offer the most suitable solutions.

  Analyze your needs!


Odoo Enterprise is for you if...
Odoo Community is for you if...
• You have a company that needs a scalable, customizable software platform with advanced features.
• Your business is just starting and you don’t need advanced features, just a free open-source software platform.
• You need to manage your business from a single platform.
• You are willing to manage your business with multiple platforms.
• You need third-party integrations or custom applications to meet your specific business needs.
• You don’t need integrations with other business applications.
• You need access to regular software updates and improvements.
• You don’t need regular software updates and improvements.
• You need technical support and professional assistance.
• You don’t need technical support or professional assistance.
• You are looking for a software solution that meets security and privacy standards.
• You don’t need to comply with security and privacy standards.


In conclusion, both Odoo Community and Odoo Enterprise are powerful solutions, but the right choice will depend on the specific needs of your business. If you are looking for a complete platform with advanced features and modules, continuous support, and regular updates, Odoo Enterprise is the ideal option.

At Pragmatic, we are Odoo's main partner in Colombia. We have a team of over 70 certified experts, more than 150 satisfied clients, and extensive experience that allows us to ensure successful implementations, fully tailored to the needs of your business. We specialize exclusively in Odoo Enterprise, ensuring a professional service backed by years of experience in top-tier business solutions.


At Pragmatic we share the same goal as Odoo Enterprise:
To help companies manage all their processes
from a single platform.  😎

 If you have realized that Odoo enterprise is the right choice for you, or if you are already using Odoo Community and you
want to migrate to Odoo Enterprise.

Contact us and take your business to the next level  🚀


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