Core formulas
The formulas to keep straight
Software fit = inventory complexity + COGS need + time savedPricing fit = costs + labor + fees + target marginMonthly break-even hours = subscription cost / value of admin hourInventory value = avoided mistakes + saved time + cleaner COGSDid Craftybase become Stocksmith?
Yes. Craftybase now points to Stocksmith, and Stocksmith describes the move as the same team and same software. The product focus is still small-batch product businesses with inventory and cost tracking needs.
For a seller, the main decision is whether inventory and COGS are painful enough to justify software.
Craftybase to Stocksmith facts, checked July 4, 2026
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Old name | Craftybase |
| Current name | Stocksmith |
| Stated continuity | Same team and same software |
| Core fit | Materials, production, inventory, COGS, channel sync |
| Not required for | One-time price checks |
How much does Stocksmith cost?
Stocksmith lists several tiers, including Craftybase Studio at $49 monthly or $41 monthly when billed annually. Higher tiers list more inventory, order, integration, and user capacity.
A seller should compare the monthly cost to admin time saved and the cost of wrong inventory or COGS.
Stocksmith pricing signals, checked July 4, 2026
| Plan signal | Listed monthly price |
|---|---|
| Craftybase Studio monthly | $49 |
| Craftybase Studio annual billing equivalent | $41/month |
| Indie monthly | $99 |
| Business monthly | $199 |
| Growth monthly | $349 |
Do handmade sellers need Stocksmith?
Use Stocksmith when inventory is a real operating problem. If you only need to know what price covers materials, labor, fees, and margin, a pricing calculator is faster.
A seller with 12 SKUs and simple materials may not need software yet. A seller with 300 SKUs, batches, supplier changes, and multiple channels probably does.
- Choose a calculator for price checks.
- Choose a spreadsheet for a small catalog.
- Choose Stocksmith when inventory mistakes cost money.
- Review the decision again after SKU count grows.
Decision table
Stocksmith fit decision table
| Seller state | Best tool | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing one product | FeeProofed calculator | Fast answer. |
| Small SKU list | Spreadsheet | Low setup cost. |
| Raw material complexity | Stocksmith | Inventory changes matter. |
| Multiple channels | Stocksmith or similar | Sync and COGS matter. |
| No process yet | Start simple | Software needs clean inputs. |
Worked examples
Examples you can compare against your own numbers
Example: when the rebrand matters
A seller searches for Craftybase because their old spreadsheet cannot keep up with raw materials and finished goods.
| Need | Batch COGS | The seller wants product cost by batch. |
|---|---|---|
| Old search term | Craftybase | The brand they remember. |
| Current product | Stocksmith | Current name and site. |
| Better first question | Inventory or pricing? | Choose the tool by job. |
Takeaway: The rebrand matters only because sellers need to find the current tool and compare it to simpler options.
Action checklist
Before you use this number in the real business
- 1Write down the problem you need solved.
- 2Separate pricing from inventory.
- 3Check current Stocksmith pricing.
- 4Estimate admin time saved.
- 5Choose the smallest reliable system.
Common mistakes
Mistakes that make the answer look better than reality
FAQs
Questions people ask before making the decision
Is Craftybase still available?
Craftybase now points to Stocksmith. Stocksmith says Craftybase became Stocksmith with the same team and same software.
Is Stocksmith only for handmade sellers?
Stocksmith targets small-batch product businesses. Handmade sellers are a natural fit when they need materials, batch, inventory, and COGS tracking.
Do I need Stocksmith to calculate prices?
No. A pricing calculator can handle a single price decision if you know material cost, labor, fees, and target margin.
When is Stocksmith worth paying for?
It becomes easier to justify when inventory mistakes, COGS cleanup, or channel sync take more time than the subscription is worth.
Sources and notes
Where the assumptions come from
Official Stocksmith site checked July 4, 2026.
Official Stocksmith pricing page checked July 4, 2026.
FeeProofed source, calculator, and review methodology.