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FloorBase vs QFloors: a cloud alternative for flooring retailers
FloorBase is the cloud business OS for flooring retailers — invoicing, inventory, leads, commissions, installs, and deliveries in one browser, Made in Canada. If you’re evaluating a QFloors alternative, this page shows how FloorBase’s published comparison frames cloud vs Windows desktop, then walks the flooring workflows that matter on the floor. Plans start at $149 CAD/mo.
Last updated September 13, 2026 · Competitor claims attributed to FloorBase’s published comparison
Who this comparison is for
This page is for flooring store owners and ops managers — especially in Canada and across North America — who are evaluating whether to stay on Windows desktop flooring software or move to a cloud platform.
- You’re stuck on a Windows-only install and want browser access from any desk
- You need Mac, iPad, or mobile access for owners and sales teams
- You want quoting, inventory, commissions, delivery, and installs in one system — not five spreadsheets
It is not a generic ERP shopping guide, and it is not an unaudited deep-dive into QFloors’ private packaging. Where we show QFloors capabilities, we attribute them to FloorBase’s published marketing comparison.
FloorBase vs QFloors at a glance
Capability matrix from FloorBase’s published comparison. Confirm current QFloors features and pricing directly with QFloors.
| Capability | FloorBase | QFloors* |
|---|---|---|
100% Cloud-Based According to FloorBase’s published comparison, QFloors requires Windows desktop installation | ||
Works on Mac / iPad / Mobile | ||
Sq Ft → Box Conversion | ||
Invoice PDF Generation | ||
Built-in Stripe & Square Payments According to FloorBase’s published comparison, QFloors charges extra for payment integration | ||
PCI-Compliant Card Processing FloorBase routes cards through Stripe/Square Level 1 processors | ||
Email Invoices Directly According to FloorBase’s published comparison, QFloors requires separate setup and add-on cost | ||
Lead Pipeline Management | ||
Facebook Lead Ads Integration FloorBase: Pro plan | ||
Real-Time Analytics Dashboard According to FloorBase’s published comparison, QFloors has basic reporting, no live dashboards | ||
Commission Auto-Calculation | ||
Delivery Order Tracking | ||
Installation Job Scheduling | ||
Store Credit / Refund System | ||
Returns (within 30 days of invoice completion) | ||
Two-Factor Authentication | ||
Made in Canada FloorBase is designed and supported in Canada | ||
Employee Role Permissions | ||
Automatic Updates According to FloorBase’s published comparison, QFloors requires manual software updates | ||
Zero IT Setup Required | ||
Starting Monthly Price FloorBase from $149 CAD/mo; QFloors framed as $200+/mo in FloorBase’s published comparison |
*According to FloorBase’s published comparison — not an independent verification of QFloors. Legend: check = fully supported, dash = limited/add-on, X = not available (per that comparison).
Why flooring retailers look for a QFloors alternative
Cloud without a Windows-only install. Owners and salespeople want to quote from a MacBook or walk a showroom floor with a tablet. FloorBase is browser-based; according to FloorBase’s comparison, QFloors is framed as desktop Windows software.
Flooring-native quoting. Sq ft → boxes conversion, branded PDFs, and email from the same invoice flow reduce the spreadsheet gymnastics between the measure and the sale.
Payments and PCI posture. Stripe and Square are built into FloorBase. Card data stays with those PCI DSS Level 1 processors — not on FloorBase servers.
Sales, ops, and field in one system. Leads, commissions, delivery orders, and installation jobs sit alongside inventory and analytics so the store isn’t stitching tools together.
What FloorBase includes
FloorBase is flooring retail management software with 15+ modules. Highlights relevant to switchers:
- Smart invoicing & estimates with sq ft → boxes conversion, branded PDFs, and email
- Store stock in boxes plus live mill inventory via supplier SAP, CSV, and production orders
- Purchase orders: one PO per brand, emailed to suppliers
- Lead pipeline; Facebook Lead Ads integration on Pro
- Commission auto-calculation when invoices are marked paid
- Delivery order tracking and installation job scheduling
- Returns within 30 days of invoice completion, plus store credit / refunds
- Analytics dashboard and exportable reports
- Role-based access and two-factor authentication
- QuickBooks-compatible CSV export for accounting handoff (FloorBase is not a full GL replacement)
- Made in Canada support; CAD pricing
Deep dives: invoicing, inventory + mill/SAP, leads + Facebook, or the full features hub.
Pricing transparency (CAD)
All FloorBase list prices are in Canadian dollars. No setup fees. No long-term lock-in — cancel anytime. Core operational modules are included; Facebook Lead Ads and unlimited users are on Pro.
$119/mo CAD billed annually (20% off)
$159/mo CAD billed annually (20% off)
FloorBase’s published comparison frames QFloors starting around $200+/mo and often quote-driven — verify with QFloors. See live FloorBase pricing.
What flooring retailers say about FloorBase
“We switched from QFloors after 8 years. The invoicing alone saved us hours every week — and our customers actually comment on how professional our PDFs look now.”
“The commission tracking changed everything for our team. No more spreadsheets, no more disputes. Everyone logs in and sees exactly what they've earned.”
“I run three salespeople and an installer crew. FloorBase is the first software I've found that actually handles delivery orders and installation jobs together.”
Switching considerations (honest)
- FloorBase requires an internet connection — it is not offline desktop software.
- Data migration from a legacy system is scoped on a personalized demo. We do not publish a one-size-fits-all migration timeline.
- For general-ledger accounting, FloorBase is typically used alongside QuickBooks with CSV export/import — not as a full GL replacement.
- Demos use realistic flooring workflows (sq ft→boxes, commissions, deliveries) so you can compare how your store actually works.
FloorBase vs QFloors FAQ
Is FloorBase a strong QFloors alternative for flooring retailers?
FloorBase is a 100% cloud flooring retail OS — Made in Canada — positioned as an alternative to Windows desktop tools like QFloors. It handles sq ft→boxes invoicing, Stripe/Square payments, inventory with live mill/SAP, leads, commissions, installs, and deliveries in the browser on Mac, iPad, or mobile. Plans start at $149 CAD/mo; book a demo to compare workflows.
How is FloorBase different from QFloors?
FloorBase is 100% cloud (browser), works on Mac / iPad / mobile per site, and includes flooring-native modules end to end. FloorBase’s published comparison frames QFloors as Windows desktop software, with payment/email packaging often as extras and pricing often via sales quote / framed $200+/mo — attribute and verify before treating competitor cells as independent fact. Prefer a live demo over a feature war.
Does FloorBase work without Windows?
Yes. FloorBase is browser-based — no Windows desktop install required. Per FloorBase’s site comparison, it works on Mac, iPad, and mobile. Native apps are not claimed; browser access only.
Does FloorBase convert square feet to boxes on invoices?
Yes. Estimates and invoices convert sq ft needed → boxes rounded up, with price/sq ft, tax, and discounts. Product sq ft-per-box specs power accurate invoicing.
Are Stripe and Square included?
Yes — built in. PCI compliance is framed via Stripe and Square (PCI DSS Level 1 processors). Card data is not stored on FloorBase servers. FloorBase’s published comparison frames QFloors payment integration as an extra/add-on — attribute until verified with QFloors.
How much does FloorBase cost vs QFloors?
FloorBase Growth starts at $149 CAD/mo; Pro at $199 CAD/mo. Annual billing saves 20% (Growth $1,428 CAD/yr; Pro $1,908 CAD/yr). FloorBase’s published comparison frames QFloors at $200+/mo — not independently verified; verify or soften before assertive dollar claims.
Can I switch from QFloors to FloorBase?
Yes as a business decision. Migration steps and timelines are scoped on a personalized demo — we do not invent cutover hours. Marcus Thompson (Prestige Floors, Toronto) switched from QFloors after 8 years — published social-proof theme only. FloorBase requires internet; many stores still pair ops with QuickBooks for full GL/tax.
Is Facebook Lead Ads included?
The lead pipeline is included on published plans. Facebook Lead Ads integration is on Pro, not Growth.
Does FloorBase replace QuickBooks?
No for full accounting. FloorBase covers operational flooring workflows plus basic expense tracking. Pair with QuickBooks for GL / chart of accounts / tax filing. QuickBooks CSV export is in Settings.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. No setup fees and no lock-in contracts. Monthly or annual billing.
Ready to see FloorBase?
Request a personalized demo — no credit card. Or email hello@floorbase.io.