On this page · 7 sections
- What an electrical shop needs from billing software
- Price comparison
- Which software fits which electrical shop?
- GST on electrical goods
- Setting up an electrical shop in RichPOS
- Frequently asked questions
- Bottom line
Updated 17 October 2026 · By Ashok Sachdev · Competitor prices and features as listed on vendor pages in September and October 2026, excluding GST
Quick answer
The best billing software for an electrical shop in India handles thousands of small items by brand and size, box-to-piece units, credit for electricians and contractors with limits and reminders, B2B GST bills with the buyer's GSTIN, and supplier purchase orders. RichPOS covers these from ₹99/month for the first 3 months, then ₹199/month or ₹2,000/year with multiple stores and warehouses included; if you need e-way bills or e-invoices from the billing app, or offline billing, Vyapar lists those features.
An electrical shop sells to two very different buyers: households buying a switch or a bulb, and electricians or contractors buying a full site's material on credit. The software has to keep a large, fiddly catalogue straight and keep contractor dues under control. This guide compares the options on exactly those needs.
What an electrical shop needs from billing software
| Need | Why it matters | RichPOS |
|---|
| Large catalogue by brand and size | Switches, sockets, MCBs, wires, lights in many brands and ratings | Yes, unlimited items, brands and variants |
| Barcode or quick search billing | Fast counter with many look-alike items | Yes, barcode or keyboard search; label printing |
| Box to piece units | Buy by the box, sell loose | Yes, unit conversion |
| Contractor credit with limits | Site material on credit, paid in parts | Yes: udhaar, part payments, optional credit limit, WhatsApp reminders |
| B2B GST bills | Contractors and businesses claim input tax credit | Yes, buyer GSTIN on bill; GSTR-1 B2B split |
| Quotations | Electricians ask for a site estimate first | Yes, quotation to bill in one step |
| Purchase orders and supplier ledger | Many brand distributors | Yes, partial receiving and supplier ledgers |
| E-way bill / e-invoice | Large deliveries or turnover above ₹5 crore | No |
| Offline billing | Billing during internet outages | No, needs internet |
Price comparison
| Software | Listed price (excl. GST) | Free option | As listed |
|---|
| RichPOS | ₹99/month for 3 months, then ₹199/month; or ₹2,000/year | 30-day free trial, no card | October 2026 |
| Vyapar | Silver ₹3,959/year, Gold ₹4,319/year (Desktop + Mobile) | Free plan | October 2026 |
| myBillBook | Plus ₹3,490/year, Pro ₹3,990/year, Pro Max from ₹570/month billed yearly | Free trial on the mobile app | October 2026 |
| Marg ERP | Nano ₹5,550, Basic ₹10,300; ₹3,000 per extra user or company | Demo on request | September 2026 |
| Zoho Inventory | Standard ₹999/month billed yearly | Free plan: 50 orders/month, 1 user | September 2026 |
Check each vendor's site before buying; prices and plans change.
Which software fits which electrical shop?
RichPOS: counter shops with electrician and contractor credit
Each contractor gets an account with dues, part payments and an optional credit limit; a bill that would cross the limit is not saved. Quotations for a site convert to a bill when the work is confirmed. Box-to-piece units keep loose stock right, low-stock alerts flag fast items, and the Reorder page groups items by supplier, ready to send on WhatsApp. B2B bills print the contractor's GSTIN and the GSTR-1 report splits B2B and B2C for your CA. See udhaar credit limits and how to make a B2B GST invoice.
Vyapar: when you need e-way bills, offline billing or a free start
Vyapar lists e-invoices and e-way bills (10 e-way bills a month on Silver, unlimited on Gold), offline billing and a free plan. Useful if you deliver large orders to other states. See RichPOS vs Vyapar.
Marg ERP: distributors and wholesalers
Marg suits B2B distribution with a desktop ERP; each extra user adds ₹3,000. See Marg alternatives.
GST on electrical goods
Electrical items fall under many different HSN headings (switches, wires and cables, lamps, fans, appliances), and the rate follows each item's HSN. Set the HSN and rate on every item once, using your supplier's invoice and the HSN and GST rate finder, and confirm unusual items with your CA. Appliance rates are in GST on electronics and appliances; hardware items such as PVC pipes, taps and tools are in GST on cement and hardware.
Setting up an electrical shop in RichPOS
- Start the free trial and import your item list (brand, rating, size, barcode, HSN, rate, MRP).
- Set box-to-piece conversions and low-stock levels on fast items.
- Create electrician and contractor accounts with GSTIN (if registered) and credit limits.
- Quote for sites, convert to bills, and take part payments.
- Reorder by supplier on WhatsApp and receive purchase orders in parts.
- Check the dues list weekly and send reminders.
Bottom line
An electrical shop needs a clean catalogue and tight contractor credit more than anything else. Load your top brands into the RichPOS free trial, set credit limits for your electricians and run the counter for a week before you decide. Compare all options on the comparison page.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best billing software for an electrical shop in India?
For a counter shop that sells to households and gives credit to electricians, choose software with a large brand-wise catalogue, box-to-piece units, contractor credit with limits, B2B GST bills and quotations. RichPOS does this from ₹99/month for the first 3 months, then ₹199/month or ₹2,000/year. If you need e-way bills or offline billing, Vyapar lists those features.
How do I manage electrician and contractor credit?
Give each one an account, record every credit bill and part payment against it, set a credit limit and a payment date, and send a WhatsApp reminder when dues are due. RichPOS blocks a bill that would take dues past the limit.
Can I buy items by the box and sell them as loose pieces?
Yes, with unit conversion: purchase in the bulk unit and sell in the smaller unit, so stock stays correct in both. RichPOS supports unit conversion such as box to piece.
What GST rate applies to electrical goods?
It depends on each item's HSN code. Set the HSN and rate per item from the supplier's invoice and the HSN and GST rate finder, and confirm unusual items with your CA.
Does RichPOS generate e-way bills for electrical deliveries?
No. RichPOS does not generate e-way bills or e-invoices. Generate e-way bills on the e-way bill portal, or choose software that lists e-way bill generation if you need it often.
ASWritten by Ashok SachdevFounder, RichPOS Software, Ahmedabad. We build RichPOS for Indian shops and write these guides from what shop owners ask us every day. Facts on tax rates and prices are dated; confirm GST matters with your CA. Questions? WhatsApp us.
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