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Stratus Enterprise 2026: Benefits, Features & Pricing

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Overview

Stratus Enterprise
Stratus Enterprise
4.2
(37)

Pricing

Pricing available upon request

About Stratus Enterprise

Stratus Retail by Celerant Technology provides tools for point of sale (POS), inventory and order management, enterprise resource management (ERP), e-commerce, business intelligence, marketplace integrations (Amazon, eBay, Walmart, etc) and ongoing digital marketing. It also offers tools for management of cross-channel pricing, promotions, gift cards, inventory and fulfillment.

Users can import vendor catalogs, automatically create purchase orders based on min/max levels in the system, show real-time inventory levels on e-commerce sites and automate drop shipping from vendors direct to customers.

Stratus Retail offers tools to manage order fulfillment, whether clients are fulfilling orders from individual stores, one central warehouse, off-load fulfillment to vendors or third parties such as Amazon.

Celerant also offers digital marketing services such as SEO and personalized email automation. Celerant offers its full-service digital marketing team who handles everything from concept to delivery, or retailers can use their own in-house marketing teams.

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Stratus Enterprise Pricing and Plans

Starting price: $2,500.00
Free Trial
Free Version

Basic

$2,500.00

per feature

No plan information available

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    Stratus Enterprise Features

    • Popular features found in Retail POS System
      Barcode/Ticket Scanning
      Gift Card Management
      Inventory Management
      Pricing Management
      Returns Tracking
      Sales Reports
      Touch Screen
    • More features of Stratus Enterprise
      Commission Management
      CRM
      Customer Accounts
      Discount Management
      eCommerce Management
      Electronic Signature
      Email Marketing
      Employee Management
      Layaway Management
      Loyalty Program
      Mail Order
      Multi-Location
      Ordering Automation
      Order Management
      Point of Sale (POS)
      Purchase Order Management
      Real-Time Data
      Retail POS
      Returns Management

    Stratus Enterprise User Reviews

    Overall Rating

    4.2

    Ratings Breakdown

    5

    59%

    4

    27%

    3

    3%

    2

    0%

    1

    11%

    Secondary Ratings

    Ease of Use

    4.1

    Value for money

    4.1

    Customer support

    4.2

    Functionality

    4.2

    AR

    Andreas R.

    Verified reviewer

    Professional Training & Coaching

    11-50 employees

    Used daily for less than 6 months

    Review source

    Reviewed October 2025

    Stratus is worth the investment

    5

    We started with Celerant Cumulus, their entry level product. Then we upgraded to Stratus and found it to be a much more powerful platform. We should have started with Stratus initially but the price scared us.

    Ratings Breakdown

    4
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    It is a huge improvement over Celerant Cumulus and fills all of the needs we have in a multi store environment.
    Cons:
    It is expensive but worth it. We don't really have too many cons. If we did we wouldn't be using it.

    Reasons for choosing Stratus Enterprise

    Celerant is a larger and more established company with a bigger customer base and a deep support bench.

    Reasons for switching to Stratus Enterprise

    QuickBooks PoS was not powerful enough to run our business. Celerant Stratus and QuickBooks are not in the same universe.

    Vendor Response

    Thanks so much for sharing your feedback! We are excited to see how the upgrade to Stratus Enterprise helps support your business.

    Replied October 2025

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    Olga R.

    Verified reviewer

    Retail

    11-50 employees

    Used daily for less than 12 months

    Review source

    Reviewed April 2024

    Excellent Platform

    5

    We moved to Celerant because their platform is very robust and cost-efficient. We have been using it for about seven months now and it's been great, especially because our [sensitive content hidden] is available for any questions at any time, he made the whole process painless and easy. I would recommend Celerant.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    4
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    Extremely easy to use and cost-effective
    Cons:
    The only thing I could say is there is rather long wait times for Tech Support.

    Reasons for choosing Stratus Enterprise

    Features like Discount Levels, etc that the other platforms didn't offer

    Reasons for switching to Stratus Enterprise

    They shut down their platform and had many problems with it

    Vendor Response

    Thanks for you feedback! We had many retailers convert to our point of sale from QuickBooks last year and even this year. We're pleased to be able to help you and your retail business!

    Replied June 2024

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    TB

    Tanner B.

    Sporting Goods

    201-500 employees

    Used unspecified for more than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed November 2017

    A Company to grow with

    4

    We have experienced a significant amount of growth since we first started using Celerant in our store back in 2004. Since then, we've expanded to multiple locations. Celerant's staff has been there every step of the way to provide an exceptional level of service, creating a very strong partnership that has lasted for over ten years. Celerant's software has made it easy for us to manage our daily operational procedures, including the ability to produce granular reports for a range of attributes that can be received across our multiple locations. We look to the future of our partnership with Celerant to embark on new endeavors, including the development of an integrated E-Commerce site to further expand our business into a cross channel operation.

    Ratings Breakdown

    4
    Ease of use
    5
    Functionality
    Previously 4
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    Pros:
    Reporting Flexibility Multi Channel Strong partner to work and grow with, who looks forward and provides options to help you do so.
    Cons:
    We export to a seperate GL - So I can't speak to that portion of their integrated offering. It is a newer addition to the software package.

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    BD

    Ben D.

    Verified reviewer

    Retail

    51-200 employees

    Used daily for less than 6 months

    Review source

    Reviewed February 2024

    Long Overdue Upgrade

    5

    After years of worrying about making the move and upgrading our POS system, we finally decided to do it with Celerant Technology. So far, 2 moths in, we have had a much smoother transition than we could have imagined. We not only upgraded our POS for 6 stores, but we added a new, 7th store at the same time. [sensitive content hidden] was incredibly patient with our questions, and very thorough in his training. If he didn't have the answer, he would go and find it. Though there were glitches along the way, overall the task that was ahead of us was handled wonderfully be Celerant and the team that we worked with.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    For us, we really appreciate the ability to be live in multiple locations all at once -- being able to see the sales and inventory movement all instantly is huge. We also like the fact that it can essentially be accessed from anywhere, on the appropriate machines, as long as you have an internet connection.
    Cons:
    I think the thing we struggled with the most was having to build out reports that would fit our needs, but this is probably more on us as a company than the software itself.

    Reasons for switching to Stratus Enterprise

    We are growing in our number of locations, and we wanted more ease of use when it comes to that growth.

    Vendor Response

    Thank you so much for your detailed review and feedback! It's a big decision to switch retail software, especially for multiple stores, such as your business, and we are thrilled to hear that everything has been working out so well so far. We look forward to a long and successful partnership!

    Replied February 2024

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    JM

    Jaden M.

    Verified reviewer

    Retail

    11-50 employees

    Used daily for less than 12 months

    Review source

    Reviewed August 2024

    Celerant Stratus

    5

    We recently changed over to Celerant Technology, and I must say, it was an outstanding experience! Our trainer, [sensitive content hidden], was nothing short of fantastic. His deep knowledge of the system and his ability to convey complex concepts in an easily understandable manner made the entire POS incredibly valuable. [sensitive content hidden] engaging teaching style kept us all attentive and involved, and his patience in answering our myriad of questions was truly commendable. It’s clear that he is not only a master of the technology but also a dedicated educator who genuinely cares about his trainees' success. Thanks to [sensitive content hidden] and Celerant Technology, we now feel confident and well-prepared to utilize the system to its fullest potential. Highly recommend this training program to anyone looking to switch POS systems with a top-notch instructor!

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    Everything Worked well with QB Online and the system is fully customizable, it works fantastic!
    Cons:
    There wasn't anything we couldn't figure out, Everything works great!

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    MH

    Melanie H.

    Verified reviewer

    Recreational Facilities and Services

    11-50 employees

    Used daily for less than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed October 2019

    Weak, temperamental code

    1

    It was terrible from day one. It took tremendous investment of man hours on our end to load system and fix their errors.

    Ratings Breakdown

    1
    Ease of use
    1
    Value for money
    1
    Customer support
    1
    Functionality
    icon
    Pros:
    It appeared to be easy to use. Promised to meet all our web page and pos needs in a “one stop shop”. In person salesmen seemed creative and responsive.
    Cons:
    It has created tremendous loss of income for my new company by randomly dropping customers from the member list, failing to bill them, creating unknown errors and failing to report problems accurately on reports.

    Reasons for choosing Stratus Enterprise

    See above. Run run run from this company. We have called recently the customers initially provided to us as references. 2/3 have left or are leaving.

    Vendor Response

    We're sorry to hear about your negative experience with our company. Your feedback is important, and we're committed to improving our services based on it. We wish you all the best.

    Replied February 2024

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    HS

    Hunter S.

    Verified reviewer

    Sporting Goods

    51-200 employees

    Used daily for less than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed June 2024

    Review for Celerant Technology by Simmons Sporting Goods

    5

    We have had an outstanding experience with Celerant Technology, specifically with our implementation manager [sensitive content hidden]. Simmons Sporting Goods operates in the competitive space of firearms, hardgoods, and clothing retail, where precise inventory management and efficient POS systems are essential. Celerant Technology, specifically their Stratus Enterprise system, has proven to be an invaluable partner, offering a robust solution that not only meets but exceeds our expectations. From the initial consultation to the full implementation of the Celerant Stratus Enterprise system, [sensitive content hidden] expertise and dedication were instrumental. His deep understanding of our industry's unique challenges ensured that the system was tailored precisely to our needs. [sensitive content hidden] approach was not only professional but also personable, making the training sessions comprehensive and engaging for our team. His responsiveness and patience throughout the training and implementation phases were particularly commendable, ensuring a smooth transition and minimizing any disruption to our daily operations. The impact of the Celerant Stratus Enterprise system on our business has been profound. We have significantly enhanced our ability to manage inventory effectively, track sales data in real-time, and streamline our overall operational processes. The system's user-friendly interface has empowered our staff to work more efficiently, allowing them to focus more on providing exceptional customer service rather than grappling with technical issues. In addition to the system's functionality, the ongoing support from [sensitive content hidden] and the Celerant team has been exceptional. Any queries or minor issues that have arisen post-implementation have been promptly addressed, reaffirming our confidence in their commitment to customer satisfaction. We highly recommend Celerant Technology's Stratus Enterprise system to any firearms dealer, hardgoods retailer, or clothing retailer seeking a reliable and advanced inventory management and POS solution. The combination of their cutting-edge technology and outstanding customer service, exemplified by [sensitive content hidden], has undoubtedly contributed to our continued success.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    Robust reporting that allows you to get a indepth view of your business. The POS terminal is easy to use so time training new employees is minimal. The ablility to mass update your data is a huge time saver.
    Cons:
    Certain types of reports cant pull all of the data you need. Ex. Inventory reports can not pull data from Mechandise sold ect. Building and updating promotions and markdowns are brand or department based. Doing single or multiple items can be done but has to be done by upload.

    Vendor Response

    Thank you for taking the time to post such a detailed review, Hunter! It was a pleasure meeting you in person a few weeks ago at our annual client conference. We value our partnership and look forward to the many new projects we will be working on together in the coming months. We'll see you in August on our trip to your shop in Louisiana!

    Replied June 2024

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    TL

    Thomson L.

    Verified reviewer

    Retail

    201-500 employees

    Used daily for less than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed June 2024

    Stratus Enterprise is a great POS solution for my agency

    5

    Recently changed over to the Stratus Enterprise platform (by Celerant). Excellent pricing and the implementation process is straight forward. Able to meet my needs. Our implementation manger Tandy is extremely helpful and is always available to answer my call. Well satisfied with the product.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    4
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    Ease of setup. simple interface, easy to manage. Pricing is very competitive
    Cons:
    System design limitations. Uses java (java runtime). Web based solution

    Vendor Response

    Thanks so much for the feedback. Looking forward to a long partnership with you and your entire Goodwill team!

    Replied June 2024

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    Haley F.

    Verified reviewer

    Sporting Goods

    11-50 employees

    Used daily for more than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed October 2017

    Average Retail POS Resource

    3

    I have learned what our company actually needs in a program to successfully provide usable information.

    Ratings Breakdown

    3
    Ease of use
    3
    Value for money
    3
    Customer support
    3
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    Although, I don't feel that this was the best option available, this particular program was sufficient for what we need. The one thing that I like most about this software is that each update keeps the basics of the program similar. There are no drastic changes between versions, which can be sometimes hard to find.
    Cons:
    This software was very hard to first understand even with sufficient training. Once we learned it's "quirks" and how it functioned, we were able to make it work for what we need. For the money though, I feel that it was very outdated and had a very "low-budget" feel to it. It did not allow the consumer to customize the program to the extent that I would have liked. For example, in order to create price ticket templates, we had to have someone there create and install the template for us. Also for the add-on app, we had to send our iPods to them so that the app could be installed. With that said, there were a lot of things that we had to work around to make it produce the results that we wanted. It also doesn't produce as accurate of reports as we needed. In order to successfully run a business, you need to be able to rely on the program's report functions to provide accurate information. This program required extra formatting and calculations in order to produce the reports in a manner that provided the information that we needed. Lastly, I don't feel that the tech support had the appropriate knowledge of the product. There were many times that they had to spend weeks and even months working on issues for us.

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    JT

    Jerry T.

    Sporting Goods

    2-10 employees

    Used daily for more than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed December 2017

    Overpriced | Horrible Support | Lots of Bugs

    1

    We had the system for almost 3 years from 2014-2017. As a small 3-6 employee store I would not recommend this at all. Even for larger stores I think there has to be better options. I thought going in that it would make my life easy but I was proven wrong. We had open support tickets day one and I don't know if I can honestly say we went a day without having at least one open ticket until the day I moved away from the system and just took the loss as the largest learning experience I have had in 5 years of being in business. At the time it appeared to be the only real option for my needs. The only reason I was able to even afford it was due to them allowing me to make payments. I wish they wouldn't have offered me that option. With them still owing me a module for the website and another for a mod I had to prepay for to get the pricing I did, I walked away and took the loss. When fighting with them for it I just gave up, made the move to a much smaller system that didn't have all the "features" and I have not been happier. If you can't afford for their support look elsewhere. Don't bother trying to contact higher management to try to get things resolved. It won't happen! I couldn't even get the CEO to return an email with a very detailed info. Their contract is very one sided so a lawsuit for non performance wasn't even possible. The list could just go on and on.

    Ratings Breakdown

    1
    Ease of use
    1
    Value for money
    1
    Customer support
    1
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    Great Sales Team, Lots of features for a VERY large company. Streamlines operations between the website, the POS system and inventory. Inter-store transfers, Integrated A&D Book
    Cons:
    Everything is an add-on, Lots of bugs, tech support reps as a whole are very inexperienced with actually fixing the issues presented. Complex issues could take months. It is a very overpriced system. Extreme expensive support that is basically mandatory due to all the problems you will have. Adding stuff to their website is very time consuming with lots of steps.

    Vendor Response

    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear about your negative experience with our system. Your feedback is important, and we're committed to improving our services based on it.

    Replied February 2024

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