Billing software for pharma distributors and stockists
The billing features that matter for pharma distributors and stockists, which software handles them, and how to try one free before you pay.
Problems billing software should solve
- Batch-wise stock across many products
- Regular goods movement that needs e-way bills
- Outstanding payments from many retailers
Features to look for
- Batch and expiry trackingRecord batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date per item and see stock that is close to expiry.
- E-way billsGenerate e-way bills for goods movement from the invoice (limits depend on the plan).
- Orders and delivery challansSale and purchase orders and delivery challans, which can be combined into one invoice later.
- Udhaar and payment remindersSee who owes how much and send payment reminders, so credit (udhaar) does not get forgotten.
- GST reportsGSTR-1 and GSTR-3B summaries that your CA can use for filing.
- Multiple prices per itemKeep separate retail and wholesale rates for the same item.
Software for pharma distributors and stockists
Guides for each product:
- Vyapar for pharma distributors and stockists
- TallyPrime for pharma distributors and stockists
- Zoho Books for pharma distributors and stockists
- myBillBook for pharma distributors and stockists
- BUSY for pharma distributors and stockists
- Marg ERP for pharma distributors and stockists
- Odoo for pharma distributors and stockists
| Software | Best for |
|---|---|
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Vyapar
Android, Windows and Mac
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Shops, traders and distributors who want GST billing, stock and udhaar tracking without learning accounting software. |
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TallyPrime
Windows desktop
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Businesses whose accountant or CA manages detailed books, and firms that need deep accounting, payroll and compliance. |
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Zoho Books
Web (cloud), Android and iOS
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Service businesses and online-first companies that want cloud accounting connected to other Zoho apps. |
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myBillBook
Android, iOS, web and desktop
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Small shops that bill mostly from a phone and want a simple app. |
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BUSY
Windows desktop
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Traders, distributors and manufacturers that need detailed inventory and multi-location stock on desktop. |
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Marg ERP
Windows desktop
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Pharma and FMCG distributors and larger retailers that need an ERP-style setup. |
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Odoo
Web (cloud or self-hosted), Android and iOS
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Growing businesses that want invoicing, inventory, point of sale, purchase and accounting in one connected system. |
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Questions people ask
What should billing software for pharma distributors and stockists have?
Look for batch and expiry tracking, e-way bills, orders and delivery challans, udhaar and payment reminders, gst reports and multiple prices per item.
Which billing software is best for pharma distributors and stockists?
For most pharma distributors and stockists, a billing app such as Vyapar covers these needs at a low yearly price. Larger businesses with an in-house accountant may prefer TallyPrime or BUSY, and growing multi-outlet businesses may look at Odoo.
Can I try before buying?
Yes. Pick a product on this page and request a free demo with items from your own business.
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