People evaluating inventory apps
Try Sklad with your actual data before making any decision. No fake demo — your real items, your real workflow.
How the Sklad free tier actually works
A transparent list of what is included — no surprises behind a paywall:
Unlimited time — the free tier does not expire. Use it for a week, a month, or a year.
Barcode and QR scanning — scan with your phone camera, no extra hardware or paid add-on.
Twenty-four items — enough for a shelf, a toolbox, or a small stockroom.
One storage with four boxes — a real location hierarchy, not a flat list.
CSV and JSON export — take your data out whenever you want, free or paid.
The problem with most free inventory apps
You have seen this pattern before:
The 'free plan' is actually a 14-day trial that locks you out without warning.
Core features like barcode scanning require an upgrade on day one.
You invest time entering data, then hit a paywall that holds your inventory hostage.
The limits are hidden until you hit them, so you find out mid-catalog.
There is no way to evaluate the app properly before committing money.
Who uses the free tier
The free plan works for real use cases, not just evaluations.
Solo operators and freelancers
Track equipment, supplies, or project materials without a recurring cost. Upgrade only if your volume grows.
Personal and home inventory
Catalog a shelf, a drawer, or a small collection at no cost. A full household catalog fits a paid plan.
Side projects and small teams
Start organized from day one without budget approval. Prove the workflow on your own, then upgrade to add teammates.
What 'free' means in Sklad vs. other inventory apps
Not all free plans are created equal. Here is what you typically get elsewhere.
Category
Typical 'free' tier
Sklad free
Duration
Typical 'free' tier
14-day trial, then full paywall
Sklad free
No time limit — free tier stays free
Barcode scanning
Typical 'free' tier
Paid add-on or premium-only feature
Sklad free
Included free — scan with your phone camera
Limits
Typical 'free' tier
Unstated until you hit them
Sklad free
24 items, 4 boxes, 1 storage — published on the pricing page
QR scanning
Typical 'free' tier
Barcode only, or a paid add-on
Sklad free
Barcode and QR, both included free
Data export
Typical 'free' tier
Export locked behind paid plan
Sklad free
Export your data as CSV anytime
The goal is for you to evaluate Sklad with real work, not a demo. If the free tier works, keep using it. Upgrade when you are ready.
Why Sklad offers a real free tier
We believe you should be able to test with real data before paying — not a pre-built demo.
Adoption starts with one person who proves the workflow. Free makes that possible without budget approval.
Paid plans unlock higher limits, photos, and team members — the free tier is where you prove the workflow first.
Your data stays yours. Export as CSV anytime, free or paid.
Explore more about Sklad
Want to see the full feature set? Our inventory management software page covers catalog management, permissions, audit trails, and more.
Looking for a simple, lightweight experience? See the simple inventory app page for teams that value speed and clarity.
Check our pricing page for a detailed comparison of what is included in free vs. paid plans.
Frequently asked questions about the free inventory app
Yes. The free tier has no time limit and no credit card requirement. You can use it indefinitely for personal inventory or to evaluate whether Sklad fits your workflow before upgrading.
The free plan includes up to 24 items in one storage with four boxes, custom fields, barcode and QR scanning, search, and CSV and JSON export. Photos and team members are not part of the free plan — they start on the paid tiers, which also raise the item limit.
No. The free tier is not a trial. It does not expire after 14 days or 30 days. You can use it as long as you want.
No. You sign up with your email address and start using Sklad immediately. No payment information is required at any point during the free plan.
You can upgrade to a paid plan at any time. All your existing items, boxes, and locations carry over, and photos and team members unlock with the upgrade. There is no data migration — you just unlock higher limits.
Yes. Barcode and QR code scanning is included in the free tier. Use your iPhone or iPad camera to scan items — no extra hardware or paid add-on needed.
No. The free plan is single-user and includes no team members. Team members start on the paid plans — see the pricing page for the current limits.
Yes. Export your inventory as CSV at any time, free or paid. Your data is never locked behind a paywall.