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Odoo Community vs Enterprise
Both editions share the same core framework. The difference is in licensing, extra apps, hosting options and services. Here is a practical comparison to help you decide.
Comparison
Key differences at a glance
| Odoo Community | Odoo Enterprise | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence | Open source (LGPL), no licence fee | Per-user subscription |
| Accounting | Invoicing and basic accounting | Full accounting with localised reports |
| Studio (no-code) | Not included | Included |
| Mobile | Responsive web | Native iOS and Android apps |
| Hosting | Self-hosted | Odoo Online, Odoo.sh or self-hosted |
| Version upgrades | Done by you or your partner | Upgrade service included in the subscription |
| Official support | Community resources | Functional support from Odoo |
| Extra apps | Core apps | Adds apps such as Helpdesk, Field Service, Planning, Sign, Documents, Quality, PLM and more |
Odoo updates editions, apps and plans regularly — we confirm the current details for your version when advising.
Community is often enough when…
- You mainly need CRM, sales, purchase, inventory and invoicing
- You have a limited budget for licences
- You have technical support to host and maintain it
- You are comfortable adding community modules for extra features
Enterprise usually pays off when…
- You need full accounting and localised financial reports
- You want Studio, native mobile apps or Enterprise-only apps
- You prefer managed hosting and included upgrades
- You want official Odoo support alongside your partner
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can we start with Community and move to Enterprise later?
Yes. Your data can be moved to Enterprise later; we plan the migration and any module changes.
Can Community be customised?
Yes. Both editions can be extended with custom modules; the hosting choice affects how custom code is deployed.
Is Enterprise always more expensive?
It adds licence fees, but can reduce custom development and hosting effort. We compare total cost of ownership for your case.
Which edition do you support?
Both. We implement, customise and support Odoo Community and Enterprise.
Not sure which edition fits?
Our licensing consultancy compares editions, plans and hosting for your requirements.