Honest comparison
SaathiX ERP vs Tally
Tally has served India for 30+ years — but modern retail needs cloud, mobile, WhatsApp and AI. Here's an honest comparison.
Side by side
SaathiX ERP vs Tally
| Feature | SaathiX ERP | Tally |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud access | Yes, native | Requires Tally on Cloud add-on |
| Mobile app | PWA + native | Limited |
| WhatsApp billing | Built-in | Third-party |
| AI assistant | Hinglish voice + chat | Not available |
| GST e-invoice | Auto IRN | Add-on utility |
| Multi-branch | Unlimited, live | Multi-user, per-license |
| Starting price | Free forever tier | ~₹18,000/year (Silver) |
| Onboarding | 10 minutes | 1-3 days |
| CA access | Free read-only | Requires license |
Why SaathiX ERP wins
- Cloud + mobile out of the box
- AI + WhatsApp built-in
- Free tier for small stores
- 10-minute onboarding
Where Tally shines
- Battle-tested for 30+ years
- Every CA in India knows it
- Powerful for complex accounting
- Deep customisation via TDL
Migration
Move from Tally to SaathiX ERP in 5 steps
- Step 1
Export Tally data (XML)
- Step 2
Upload to SaathiX ERP migration tool
- Step 3
SaathiX ERP auto-maps masters + opening balances
- Step 4
Verify with your CA
- Step 5
Go-live in 24 hours
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep Tally in parallel?
Yes — many SMEs run both for 1-2 months to build confidence.
Will my CA accept it?
Yes — SaathiX ERP exports to CA-friendly formats and grants free read-only access.
Ready to move off Tally?
Start free. No card. 100 bills/month, forever.
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