The verdict
On the data we hold, Katana Cloud Inventory comes out ahead. Here is why, point by point.
What the data says
- Only Katana Cloud Inventory has a free plan to start on.
- Both have an API and an MCP server, so either works with AI employees.
- In our Tech stack ranking, Katana Cloud Inventory places 27 and Google Workspace 4 of 72.
Side by side
| At a glance | ||
|---|---|---|
| Starts at | €6.80/mo | $179/mo |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| MCP server | Yes | Yes |
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Plans and pricing
Google Workspace
- Business Starter30 GB per user, up to 300 users.€6.80/mo/seat
- Business Standard2 TB per user, up to 300 users.€13.60/mo/seat
- Business Plus5 TB per user, up to 300 users.€21.10/mo/seat
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Katana Cloud Inventory
- Startersmall businesses starting out$199/mo
- Standardgrowing teams needing insights$399/mo
- Professionalestablished manufacturers$899/mo
Prices as the vendors list them. They change often; the final price is on their sites.
Who each is for
Choose Google Workspace if…
B2B teams and founders who want business email on their own domain, shared documents, spreadsheets and video meetings from one subscription with simple administration.
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Choose Katana Cloud Inventory if…
We haven't written up who Katana Cloud Inventory suits yet.
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