Marg ERP alternative for retail shops
Last updated · by Ashok Sachdev
Short answer: For a retail shop that mainly bills at a counter, RichPOS is a lighter Marg ERP alternative: it runs in the browser, includes barcode billing, offers, loyalty, vouchers and staff controls, and costs ₹2,000 a year. Marg is the better pick for pharma, FMCG distribution, e-invoices, e-way bills and on-ground support.
RichPOS and Marg ERP side by side
| Feature | RichPOS | Marg ERP |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | ₹199/month or ₹2,000/year, all features | Nano ₹5,550, Basic ₹10,300, Silver ₹13,900, Gold ₹26,000 (+18% GST) |
| How you get it | Sign up online; runs in any browser; Android app | Download and install; free demo; not sold through online portals |
| Users | Multiple staff users with roles | Nano: max 2 users; Basic and Silver: ₹3,000 per extra user; Gold: unlimited |
| E-invoice / e-way bill | No | Yes |
| Barcode billing and labels | Yes | Yes, with serial or batch numbers on labels |
| Batch and expiry | Yes (FEFO) | Yes |
| Loyalty points | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic offers (buy X get Y) | Yes | Welcome offers for first-time buyers listed |
| Gift vouchers | Yes | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| Multiple stores | Included | Yes, with stock transfers between branches |
| Home delivery / online orders | Online catalog with WhatsApp ordering | Record phone or online orders and track delivery |
| Support | WhatsApp, phone and email | 850+ sales and support centres listed |
Competitor facts as listed on margcompusoft.com/pricing and margcompusoft.com retail software, October 2026. Prices exclude GST unless the vendor says otherwise. “Not stated” means we could not find it on their public pages, not that it is missing; ask the vendor. RichPOS prices from our pricing page.
Where Marg ERP is stronger
- E-invoice and e-way bill. Marg lists e-invoice and e-way bill support in its retail software. RichPOS does not do these. As listed on margcompusoft.com retail software, October 2026
- On-ground support network. Marg says it has 850+ sales and support centres. RichPOS support is by WhatsApp, phone and email from Ahmedabad. As listed on margcompusoft.com retail software, October 2026
- Pharma, FMCG and distribution depth. Marg says 50% of pharma and FMCG runs on it, and its retail software adds home-delivery orders and serial or batch numbers on labels. As listed on margcompusoft.com retail software, October 2026
- Accounting and GST returns. Marg prepares GST return data with GST, TCS and TDS worked out on each bill. As listed on margcompusoft.com retail software, October 2026
Where RichPOS fits better
RichPOS is built for the retail billing counter. Every plan includes:
- Barcode billing and barcode label printing
- Automatic offers: bill % off and buy X get Y
- Loyalty points, gift vouchers and credit notes
- Day close with cash count, staff-wise sales report and activity log
- Discount limits by staff role
- Customer udhaar with WhatsApp payment reminders
- Online catalog with WhatsApp ordering
- Tally export (XML or CSV) and GSTR-1 reports for your CA
- RichPOS AI chat on your shop data and AI scan of purchase bills
- Multiple stores and warehouses on one plan
Not for you if: RichPOS needs an internet connection (no offline billing), does not generate e-invoices (IRN) or e-way bills, and does not connect to weighing scales.
Who should choose what
You are a pharmacy, FMCG distributor or wholesaler
Marg ERPYou need e-invoices or e-way bills
Marg ERPYou want a local support centre that can visit
Marg ERPYou run a clothing, footwear, gift or general retail counter
RichPOSYou want to sign up today and bill from any browser
RichPOSYou want offers, loyalty and vouchers without a big upfront cost
RichPOSCommon questions
What is a good Marg ERP alternative for a retail shop?
For a clothing, footwear, gift or general store that mainly bills walk-in customers, RichPOS is a lighter alternative. It runs in the browser, includes barcode billing, offers, loyalty, gift vouchers and staff controls, and costs ₹2,000 a year.
How much does Marg ERP cost?
In October 2026 Marg listed Nano at ₹5,550, Basic at ₹10,300, Silver at ₹13,900 and Gold at ₹26,000, with 18% GST extra. It notes that final prices vary with requirements and that customisation is extra.
Is Marg ERP better than RichPOS for a pharmacy?
Usually yes. Marg is built for pharma and FMCG, lists e-invoice and e-way bill support and has a large support network. RichPOS does track batch and expiry, but it does not do e-invoices or e-way bills.
Do I need to install anything for RichPOS?
No. RichPOS runs in any browser at pos.richdaddy.in, with your data in the cloud. You need an internet connection to bill.
Can I move from Marg to RichPOS?
Yes. Export your item list from Marg to Excel or CSV and import it into RichPOS. Keep Marg for past years' books until your CA has closed them.
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