Plenion vs Deskflow:
which software fits your SME?
Plenion is an established name in the installation sector, Deskflow a modern SaaS player focused on simplicity and integrations. This honest overview helps you make the right choice.
Established ERP for HVAC and installation companies, strong in sector knowledge but with a dated interface and weak mobile app.
Modern SaaS solution with an intuitive interface, reliable mobile app and fixed monthly price.
For SMEs looking for a modern back office with stock management, reliable mobile functionality and a transparent fixed price, Deskflow is the stronger choice. Plenion is a better fit for larger installation companies already deeply embedded in the Plenion ecosystem and needing specific HVAC modules.
What is Plenion?
Plenion is an ERP system active in the Benelux, mainly aimed at HVAC and installation companies. The system offers modules for project planning, technician management, materials management, invoicing and service follow-up. In 2024, Plenion was acquired by Craftview, which has limited further product development. Users regularly describe the interface as complex and dated, and the MyPlenion mobile app scores poorly in the app stores.
- Strong sector knowledge in HVAC and installation
- Established player with years of Benelux presence
- Multi-warehouse, scanning and lot tracking
- Local support with knowledge of the installation sector
- Dated interface with complex menus and a steep learning curve
- MyPlenion app scores 1.7/5 in the app stores, with reports of bugs and crashes
- Slow innovation after the Craftview acquisition in 2024
- Modular pricing model with hidden implementation costs
- Webshop integrations limited to the ShopConnect module
Plenion versus Deskflow:
an honest overview
Both tools target SMEs and installation companies. This overview helps you decide what fits your situation.
| Feature | Plenion | Deskflow |
|---|---|---|
| User interface | Dated, complex menus, steep onboarding | Modern UX, monthly updates |
| Mobile app | MyPlenion: 1.7/5 stars, bugs and crashes | Stable app: tasks, deliveries, time tracking |
| Stock management | Multi-warehouse, scanning, lot tracking | Multi-warehouse, scanning, lot tracking, serial numbers |
| Order tracking | Requires complex configuration | From quote to invoice, simple |
| Peppol / e-invoicing | Limited support | 100% Peppol-ready, built in by default |
| Webshop integration | ShopConnect module | Shopify, WooCommerce, Lightspeed, Mijnwebwinkel, Prestashop |
| Accounting integration | Integration via accounting package | Exact Online, Yuki, Octopus, Clearfacts |
| Implementation time | Long and complex | Up and running within a month |
| Innovation | Slow updates after the Craftview acquisition (2024) | Cloud-first, monthly feature releases |
| Pricing model | Modular model, hidden implementation costs | Fixed monthly price, everything included |
Why SMEs choose Deskflow
over Plenion?
Deskflow offers technicians and sales staff a stable app for work orders, deliveries, digital signatures and time tracking, linked to central stock in real time.
Deskflow is built intuitively so your team can get started without lengthy training. Monthly updates ensure the software keeps pace with your business.
No hidden implementation costs or variable licence costs per module. With Deskflow you pay a fixed price per user, including all updates, hosting and support.
Choose the right tool
for your situation
- you're already deeply integrated into the Plenion ecosystem
- you need specific HVAC or installation modules that aren't available anywhere else
- switching isn't a priority right now
- you don't need modern webshop synchronisation or a reliable mobile app
- you're looking for a modern, user-friendly back office
- your field technicians need a reliable mobile app
- your webshop orders need to automatically reduce stock
- you want to start with a transparent, fixed monthly price with no hidden costs
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Plenion vs Deskflow: everything you want to know
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