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Open-source ERP

# Self-hosted ERPNext on AWS

Run ERPNext, the fully open-source ERP from Frappe, from a pre-configured AMI in your own AWS account. Accounting, inventory, manufacturing and CRM in one system, with no per-user licence.

 [Launch on AWS](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-zs6b3etvpn7ik)

-   Ready in 5-10 minutes
-   All modules included
-   No per-user fees

![ERPNext ERP deployed on AWS by Meetrix](https://meetrix.io/assets/store/erpnext/erpnext.webp)

## What is ERPNext?

ERPNext is a GPLv3 ERP system built on the Frappe Framework. It brings a business's key processes into one place, and every module, including full accounting and manufacturing, is part of the single free edition.

-   ### Accounting

    Full accounting with a default chart of accounts.

-   ### CRM and sales

    Leads, opportunities, quotations and orders.

-   ### Stock and purchasing

    Inventory, warehouses and supplier orders.

-   ### Manufacturing

    Bills of materials, job cards and production planning.

-   ### Projects, POS and more

    Projects, point of sale, quality, assets and support.

-   ### Customisable

    Custom apps, scripts and integrations on the Frappe Framework and API.

## What's in the Meetrix ERPNext AMI

The AMI ships a clean ERPNext install, ready for the setup wizard.

-   ERPNext with every module in the base install
-   Database backups to your own S3 bucket
-   Automatic SSL when your domain is hosted on Route 53
-   A certificate script for issuing SSL manually otherwise
-   A CloudFormation template for your own AWS account
-   Email support from Meetrix at support@meetrix.io

## How to set up a self-hosted ERPNext server

1.  ### Launch the stack

    Subscribe on AWS Marketplace and launch the CloudFormation stack with your domain and backup bucket.

2.  ### Point your domain at it

    After 5-10 minutes, create a DNS record with the PublicIp from the stack outputs.

3.  ### Sign in and change the password

    Log in with the default Administrator account from the developer guide and change its password straight away.

4.  ### Run the setup wizard

    Enter your company name, country, currency and fiscal year, and accept the default chart of accounts.

## Deploy on AWS

### ERPNext on AWS

An AMI on AWS Marketplace, launched into your own AWS account with a CloudFormation stack.

Deploys with

CloudFormation

Recommended size

t3.medium

Backups

Database backups to S3

#### Setup guides

-   [**Developer guide** Launch, DNS, sign in, SSL](https://meetrix.io/blogs/erpnext-developer-guide/)
-   [**ERPNext demo walkthrough** What you get after install](https://meetrix.io/blogs/erpnext-demo-walkthrough/)
-   [**Video walkthrough** Watch the deployment on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ny3Xm0GqP4M)

 [Launch on AWS](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-zs6b3etvpn7ik)

## ERPNext vs Odoo

|  | ERPNext | Odoo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Licence | GPLv3, one edition | LGPLv3 Community plus paid Enterprise |
| Full accounting | Free, included | Enterprise only |
| Manufacturing | Free, first-class | Basic in Community, deeper in Enterprise |
| Pricing past free | None at any scale | Per user, per month for Enterprise |
| App ecosystem | Smaller | Large and mature |

We run both; the right choice depends on your modules and budget. [Read ERPNext vs Odoo →](https://meetrix.io/blogs/erpnext-vs-odoo/)

## Video: deploy ERPNext on AWS

## ERPNext FAQ

What is ERPNext?

A free, open-source ERP from Frappe Technologies covering accounting, inventory, manufacturing, CRM, sales, purchasing, projects and more.

Is ERPNext free?

Yes. It is GPLv3 with no separate paid edition. On AWS you pay for the instance and any Meetrix software fee shown on the listing.

How do I sign in the first time?

Use the default Administrator account listed in the developer guide, then change the password immediately after the setup wizard.

Which modules are included?

Accounting, CRM, Sales, Purchasing, Stock, Manufacturing, Projects, Point of Sale, Quality, Support and Assets, all in the base install.

Can I install custom apps?

Yes. You have full admin access to install and manage custom ERPNext apps.

ERPNext or Odoo?

ERPNext for manufacturing-heavy, cost-sensitive teams that want everything free. Odoo for its larger app ecosystem, accepting that some modules are Enterprise-only.

Which instance size should I choose?

t3.medium is the recommended starting point.

How do I upgrade?

Back up your server data, remove the old stack and launch the new version from AWS Marketplace.

## ERPNext guides and articles

### [ERPNext vs Odoo: Which Open Source ERP in 2026?](https://meetrix.io/blogs/erpnext-vs-odoo/)

Pricing, modules and licensing, compared.

### [ERPNext Demo Walkthrough: What You Get After Install](https://meetrix.io/blogs/erpnext-demo-walkthrough/)

The setup wizard, the workspace and every default module.

### [How to Deploy ERPNext on AWS via Pre-configured AMI](https://meetrix.io/blogs/how-to-deploy-erpnext-on-aws-via-pre-configured-ami/)

Deployment options, features and customisation.

## Need a hand with ERPNext?

We build and run self-hosted business systems every day, from custom apps to integrations. Tell us what you need.

[Contact us](https://meetrix.io/contact-us/)