French SME tool

Migrating from Axonaut to Dolibarr

From a French proprietary SaaS to an extensible open-source ERP. We support SMEs that want to regain control of their ERP, their data and their evolution.

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Why consider leaving Axonaut?

Axonaut is a solid starter tool for small French companies: simple interface, quick onboarding, all-in-one offer. But as your company grows, several structural limits emerge and make it worth studying an alternative like Dolibarr.

Locked into a SaaS model

Axonaut is proprietary SaaS: your data is hosted by the vendor, the code is not accessible, and you fully depend on their roadmap and pricing policy. Dolibarr lets you choose between self-hosting and managed cloud, and you always keep direct access to your database.

Limited customization

Beyond the settings offered in the interface, Axonaut does not allow deep extension of the data model or complex business automations. Dolibarr, being open-source and modular, lets an integrator build custom modules that plug in natively.

Per-user pricing that adds up

Proprietary SaaS platforms bill per active user, which can become expensive as your team grows or when you simply want to give a read-only account to an intern. With self-hosted Dolibarr, you pay for infrastructure and integration, not for each user.

Data portability

Getting all your data out of a proprietary SaaS (accounting history, attachments, event logs) is rarely as simple as a MySQL backup. With Dolibarr you physically own the database and can back it up, duplicate it or migrate it at will.

Community ecosystem

Dolibarr benefits from 20 years of open-source development, an active international community and an ecosystem of 300+ modules on the official store. Axonaut, younger, has a closed functional perimeter defined by the vendor.

What you gain by moving to Dolibarr

A migration from Axonaut to Dolibarr is only worth it if it brings concrete benefits. Here is what our clients identify most often after the switch.

Full ownership of your data

The Dolibarr database is a standard MySQL or MariaDB database. You can back it up, replicate it, query it, export it and restore it without depending on the vendor or any proprietary tool.

Industry-specific modules

Construction, manufacturing, retail, services, associations: we activate existing modules or build new ones to match your processes, rather than forcing your processes to match the tool.

Controlled total cost over time

No per-user billing that explodes with growth. You pay for hosting (low), initial integration and maintenance. Return on investment is typically reached within 18 to 24 months.

Interoperability with your existing stack

Dolibarr exposes a complete REST API and can communicate with your e-commerce site, CRM, point of sale or payroll software. Connectors for Prestashop, WooCommerce and Magento are mature and maintained.

Guidance from a Dolibarr specialist

Dolicraft is a Dolibarr specialist based in Luxembourg. We operate across France, Luxembourg, Belgium and Switzerland for audit, migration, training and day-to-day support.

Axonaut vs Dolibarr: fact-based comparison

Comparison based on publicly available information as of April 10, 2026. Pricing and features may have evolved since — check the official sites for the most up-to-date information.

Feature	Axonaut	Dolibarr
License type	Proprietary (SaaS)	Open source (GPLv3+)
Hosting model	Vendor cloud only	Self-hosted, dedicated cloud or managed cloud
Pricing	From ~€35/month/user (public pricing)	Hosting + integration + maintenance (fixed fee)
Source code access	No	Yes, fully
Third-party modules	Closed catalog (vendor)	Dolibarr Store: 300+ community modules
Custom development	Limited to public APIs	Unlimited (custom modules, triggers, hooks)
French e-invoicing	Built-in	Module available (Factur-X, Chorus Pro)
Multi-company	Depending on plan	MultiCompany module available
Built-in CRM	Yes	Yes (native)
Advanced inventory	Basic	Advanced (multi-warehouse, rolling inventory, batches/serials)
Analytical accounting	Limited	Yes (dedicated module)
Data portability	Limited exports (CSV, Excel)	Full MySQL database, SQL dump on demand

How your migration from Axonaut works

We apply a proven five-step methodology to guarantee a smooth switch with no business interruption. Each step is documented and validated with you before moving on.

1. Audit and mapping
1 to 2 weeks
We analyze your current Axonaut usage: activated modules, data volume, third-party integrations, customizations, business workflows. The deliverable is a complete map of your existing setup and a detailed migration plan.
2. Dolibarr installation and configuration
1 week
We install a dedicated Dolibarr instance on the infrastructure of your choice (on-premise server, VPS, Dolicraft cloud). We activate and configure the modules matching your mapping.
3. Data migration
1 to 3 weeks depending on volume
Export of Axonaut data via the interface and available APIs, transformation to the Dolibarr model, then import into the new instance: contacts, products, quotes, invoices, accounting entries, attachments. Each batch is verified.
4. Training and acceptance
1 week
We train your teams on the Dolibarr interface, business processes and your specific configuration. A user acceptance phase validates that everything works as expected.
5. Go-live and support
Ongoing support
Go-live day, with a final data sync and controlled shutdown of Axonaut. We provide enhanced support during the first weeks to absorb adjustments and questions from your users.

Frequently asked questions

For an SME of 5 to 20 users with 2 to 3 years of history, expect 4 to 8 weeks between the initial audit and the actual go-live. The main duration factor is the volume of data to migrate and the complexity of existing customizations. We establish a precise schedule during the audit phase.

Yes. Axonaut allows exporting accounting entries in standard format (CSV, FEC for France). We transform these files to the Dolibarr model and import them with consistency checks. Matchings and bank reconciliations are also carried over.

Existing invoices are imported into Dolibarr with their original numbers, dates and attachments. Numbering then continues in Dolibarr while preserving the sequence to avoid any gap in your fiscal timeline.

The cost depends on your company size, the volume of data to migrate and the modules to activate. We provide a fixed-price quote after the initial audit, with no hidden fees. Over time, the total cost is usually lower than a proprietary SaaS starting from the second year.

Yes, and it is even recommended. We set up Dolibarr in a staging environment while your teams continue working on Axonaut. The switch happens on a specific date agreed in advance, typically at the beginning of a month or quarter to simplify accounting.

Yes. Dedicated modules allow generating invoices in the Factur-X format and transmitting them directly via Chorus Pro. We configure and test these modules during the integration phase so you are compliant from go-live.

We offer several support plans: on-demand assistance, monthly subscription with response-time commitments, or extended support with preventive maintenance and evolutions included. Support covers both functional questions and technical incidents.

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