Odoo 25% Price Increase – What It Means for Legacy Users in 2025

Odoo is a popular ERP solution used by businesses to manage various operations, from accounting to human resources. However, in 2025, Odoo announced a 25% price increase for older versions of its ERP system.

This blog explains what this means for legacy users, who it affects, and the steps businesses should take to prepare for the price change.

2. Who Is Affected by the Price Increase?

The price increase applies to older versions of Odoo (those more than four years old). This affects businesses using on-premise/self-hosted versions, as they require manual upgrades.

Odoo Online (Exempt from Price Increase)

Odoo Online users, who benefit from automatic upgrades, won’t see the 25% price increase. These users automatically get access to new features, security patches, and improvements without additional cost.

On-Premise/Self-Hosted Users (Affected by Price Increase)

Businesses using on-premise/self-hosted versions of Odoo will face the price hike. The surcharge applies to those who have not upgraded their system, encouraging them to move to the latest version for better performance and security.

3. Details of the 25% Surcharge

The 25% price increase will apply to the annual subscription fees for businesses using older versions. It affects only on-premise/self-hosted installations, not cloud-based users. The surcharge takes effect in 2025 and will be applied upon the next renewal.

4. Odoo’s Reasoning Behind This Policy

Odoo aims to:

• Encourage Upgrades: The surcharge incentivizes businesses to upgrade to newer versions, ensuring they benefit from the latest features and security updates.
• Reduce Long-Term Support Costs: Supporting outdated versions becomes costly. Upgrades help reduce these long-term expenses.
• Improve Customer Experience: Newer versions offer better performance, security, and user experience.

5. Upgrade vs. Support: What’s the Trade-Off?

While Odoo will continue to support older versions, businesses will incur additional costs. Upgrading is optional, but the price increase makes it a financially sensible option.

• Support for Older Versions will still be available, but at a higher cost.
• Upgrading is encouraged due to the additional benefits of new features, improved security, and long-term cost savings.

6. Benefits Of Upgrading to the Latest Odoo Version

Upgrading provides numerous advantages:

• New Features and Modules: Access to expanded functionality and modules.
• Improved Performance and Integrations: Enhanced software performance and better integration options.
• Better UX/UI: A more user-friendly interface for easier navigation.
• Security Updates and Bug Fixes: Regular security patches and software improvements.
• Avoid Future Price Hikes: Upgrading now helps lock in the current pricing structure.

7. Strategic Flexibility for Customers

Odoo offers flexibility in upgrading. While the price increase applies to older versions, businesses can choose when to upgrade. The decision remains in the hands of users, though it’s encouraged to upgrade before the surcharge takes effect.

8. Final Thoughts: What Should You Do Now?

If your business is using an older version, it’s time to evaluate your current system:

• Assess Your Current Version and check if it’s eligible for the price increase.
• Plan for an Upgrade: Speak with your Odoo consultant to plan the upgrade before the surcharge applies.
• Consult with Odoo Experts: For smooth migration and to avoid disruptions, talk to your Odoo partner for assistance.

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