PIM Software with Built-in CPQ & Engineering Outputs
Akeneo organizes your product data. Wabric produces from it — quotes, CAD files, BIM objects, and production-ready drawings. Transparent pricing from €390/month.
PIM alone vs PIM + CPQ + Production
Akeneo organises your product data beautifully. Wabric takes it further — all the way to quotes, drawings, and production orders. No separate systems.
Full stop.
Engineering is always the bottleneck.
Akeneo Community Edition Reaches End-of-Life September 30, 2026
If you're running Akeneo Community Edition today, you have months to decide your path forward. Running unsupported means no security patches, bug fixes, or compliance updates for new EU regulations like the Digital Product Passport.
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Modular Partitions • Focus Rooms
"Previously, it could take days of back-and-forth to finalize an order. We now generate accurate quotes in minutes instead of days — and every order comes in ready for production."
Why Manufacturers Choose Wabric Over Akeneo
PIM + CPQ in One Platform
One database for product specs, pricing logic, configurator rules, and engineering outputs. Update once — everything updates. No sync jobs, no integration maintenance.
Engineering Outputs, Not Just Data
Akeneo stops at product information. Wabric emits production-ready DWG/SOLID CAD files, project-specific BIM objects, and structured compliance records — all from the same configuration.
Multi-Level Product Hierarchies
Akeneo supports two levels of product variants — enough for retail. Wabric handles assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components with engineering rules natively. No workarounds required.
Akeneo PIM vs. Wabric: Decision Matrix
| Feature | Akeneo PIM | Wabric |
|---|---|---|
| PRODUCT DATA & CONFIGURATION | ||
| Product Information Management | ✓ Excellent for retail catalogs | ✓ Built-in PIM + CPQ unified |
| Visual 3D Configurator | ✕ PIM-only — requires separate CPQ tool | ✓ Real-time 3D product preview |
| Complex Product Hierarchies | Two-level variant support (requires workarounds for deeper structures) | ✓ Multi-level BOMs with engineering logic |
| Quote Generation | ✕ Not included (add separate CPQ system) | ✓ Instant priced quotes with BOM |
| ENGINEERING OUTPUTS | ||
| CAD File Export (DWG, SOLID, STEP) | ✕ Not available | ✓ Production-ready CAD from configurator |
| BIM Export (IFC, Revit) | ✕ Not available | ✓ Project-specific BIM objects (Pro plan) |
| Digital Product Passport Compliance | Stores data, but manual DPP generation required | ✓ Structured compliance data by-product |
| PRICING & LICENSING | ||
| Pricing Transparency | ✕ "Contact Sales" only — no public pricing | ✓ Published: €390–€990/month |
| Annual Software Cost (typical) | Growth: €25,000–€45,000/yr Enterprise: €40,000–€100,000+/yr |
€4,680–€11,880/yr all-in |
| Per-User Licensing | Varies by edition; seat-based pricing common | ✓ Unlimited users (Scale/Pro plans) |
| Community Edition Support | Reaches End-of-Life September 30, 2026 | Ongoing support, transparent migration path |
| IMPLEMENTATION & MANAGEMENT | ||
| Implementation Complexity | "Complex and time-consuming, requiring significant technical expertise" (G2 reviews) | ✓ Incremental rollout — depends on data readiness |
| Day-to-Day Management | Technical team typically required for advanced configurations | ✓ Product team manages PIM → auto-syncs to CPQ |
| CHANNELS & INTEGRATIONS | ||
| B2B Partner/Distributor Portal | Available via add-ons and custom development | ✓ Included in Scale plan (€690/mo) |
| B2C Self-Service Webshop | Requires separate e-commerce platform | ✓ Built-in webshop module |
| ERP Integration | Connectors available via marketplace | ✓ Pre-built: SAP, Odoo, MS Dynamics, Directo |
| AI & AUTOMATION | ||
| AI Data Enrichment | Available as add-on module (additional cost) | ✓ Auto-enrich product specs |
| AI Sales Assistant (24/7) | ✕ Not available | ✓ Included (Scale/Pro) |
Akeneo® is a registered trademark of Akeneo SAS. This comparison is based on publicly available information and verified user reviews from G2, Capterra, Gartner Peer Insights, and industry analysis reports. Pricing sources: StrikeTru (Akeneo partner), G2 public pricing data, Bluestone PIM, OMR Reviews, Tandemite. Wabric is an independent product not affiliated with Akeneo.
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Starter
Scale
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Implementation: One-time setup fee based on number of products, rule complexity, and required integrations. Quoted after 30-minute scoping call. No hidden fees. No mandatory ongoing consultants.
Wabric vs Akeneo - what's the difference?
Yes — for products with thousands of configuration variants and multi-level BOMs. Wabric handles complex industrial products (doors, windows, HVAC systems, metal fabrications, modular partitions) with engineering calculations, technical specifications, and compatibility rules.
The difference: Akeneo is excellent at organizing product data for retail catalogs. Wabric goes further — it uses that data to produce quotes, CAD files, and BIM objects. Akeneo's two-level variant limit works well for retail (size/color variations). Manufacturers with deeper product structures (assemblies → sub-assemblies → components) often need workarounds. Wabric handles multi-level hierarchies natively.
When Wabric is the right fit: You sell configurable products where the quote needs to become a production file • Your sales team needs to generate technical drawings, not just descriptions • You're looking to consolidate PIM + CPQ into one system • You want to migrate from Akeneo CE before September 2026 EOL.
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