StockNova vs Vend / Lightspeed
The short answer: StockNova is inventory management & POS software you buy once as source code and self-host, while Vend / Lightspeed is a hosted option you rent. Lightspeed charges per register every month; StockNova is a one-time source licence you self-host.
StockNova vs Vend / Lightspeed: at a glance
| StockNova | Vend / Lightspeed | |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery | Source code you self-host | Hosted service |
| Pricing | One-time from $199 | Recurring subscription |
| Ownership | You own code & data | Vendor-controlled |
| Customisation | Unlimited (full source) | Within product limits |
| White-label / resell | Yes | Usually no |
When to pick StockNova
Choose StockNova if you want to own the platform, avoid escalating monthly fees, customise deeply, or resell it under your own brand. It ships with everything below:
- Real-time stock levels across multiple warehouses
- Barcode / QR scanning for fast receiving and checkout
- Touch-friendly POS with offline mode and receipt printing
- AI demand forecasting and low-stock reorder alerts
- Purchase orders, suppliers, and goods-in workflows
- Customers, sales, returns and tax-ready invoicing
Frequently asked questions
Is StockNova better than Vend / Lightspeed?
It depends on what you value: StockNova gives you owned, self-hosted source code with no recurring fees, while Vend / Lightspeed is faster to start as a hosted service. Lightspeed charges per register every month; StockNova is a one-time source licence you self-host.
Which is cheaper, StockNova or Vend / Lightspeed?
Over time StockNova is usually cheaper because it is a one-time licence from $199 with no per-seat monthly billing, whereas Vend / Lightspeed charges recurring fees that grow with usage.
Can I switch from Vend / Lightspeed to StockNova?
Yes — because StockNova is source code you control, you can migrate and recreate your workflows, then customise beyond what Vend / Lightspeed allows.
Get a quote or a guided demo
Tell us your use case and we'll send pricing, a live demo walkthrough and licensing options for StockNova. Usually a reply within one business day (IST).