Miranda Moore
RDA Lead Assistant, Beacon Dentistry
ZenOne vs Base86:
Which Dental Procurement Platform Is Right for Your Practice?
ZenOne is built for private practices and smaller groups that want a simple way to manage ordering, inventory, budgets, and supplier price comparisons. Base86 is a broader AI-driven supply-chain platform connecting practices with suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, GPOs, and DMOs.
For straightforward procurement without unnecessary complexity or implementation, ZenOne is likely the better fit.
Let’s take a closer look at ZenOne vs. Base86
Both tools help you buy dental supplies more efficiently, but they’re built for different users with different goals in mind.
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| Best fit | ✅ Private practices + small/mid private groups | ✅ Suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and buying groups modernizing the supply chain, plus practices that want procurement automation |
| Platform focus | ✅ Savings + simple ordering across any supplier | ✅ End-to-end supply-chain automation, catalog data, and procurement across the whole ecosystem |
| Pricing & transparency | ✅ Flat $49/location, Growth $99, billed monthly, 14-day free trial | ❌ No public pricing, demo/quote based * |
| Contracts & commitment | ✅ Month-to-month, no setup fees | ❌ Platform terms not publicly stated * |
| Vendors / keep main supplier | ✅ Keep your suppliers and reps, shop anywhere, compare prices | ✅ Marketplace and storefront model spanning many suppliers * |
| Onboarding experience | ✅ Same-day setup, complimentary guided training | ❌ Demo, then platform onboarding geared to rollout * |
| Inventory w/ QR & barcode | ✅ Mobile QR and barcode reordering from the shelf | ❌ Procurement-first, limited chairside inventory tools * |
| Payment processing | ✅ Card checkout for partner vendors, pay others direct | ❌ Procurement and fulfillment workflows * |
| AI & automation | ✅ AI search, product matching, and savings suggestions | ✅ AI-driven catalog, demand forecasting, and price-spike alerts |
| Support | ✅ Live human chat, dedicated account manager, CEO answers every email | ❌ Not publicly detailed * |
| Google Reviews? | ✅ 5.0 Google rating | ❌ Not available * |
*Competitor pricing, features, and terms are based on publicly available information, customer feedback, and/or internal estimates. Pricing, features, and terms are subject to change and may vary by practice, contract, or usage. ZenOne does not guarantee this information is accurate or complete.
Who ZenOne and Base86 Are Built For
ZenOne
ZenOne is built for private dental practices and small or mid-size groups that want simple, everyday control over their supplies.
It’s dental inventory ordering and management software for teams that need one place to track stock, compare prices, and place orders from multiple dental supply companies without hiring a full-time supply manager. Plans start at a flat $49/month, and you keep the suppliers and reps you already use.
Base86
Base86 is an AI-driven healthcare supply-chain platform designed to connect every link in the chain: suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, buying groups, and practices.
It behaves more like supply-chain infrastructure, with procurement automation, RFQ and purchase-order workflows, a digital storefront, and a marketplace built on catalog and transactional data. That breadth is powerful for organizations that want to automate procurement and forecast demand across many parties, but it is a heavier system than a single private office needs for day-to-day, room-level ordering and reordering.
Why Practices Are Choosing ZenOne Instead of Base86
Transparent pricing you can see today
ZenOne is a flat $49/month per location (Growth is $99), billed monthly with no long-term contract and a 14-day free trial. Base86’s pricing is quote-based and not published, so you have to book a demo before you know what you’ll pay.
For a private practice deciding this week, a clear price beats a sales call.
Built for the person doing the ordering
ZenOne is designed for the assistant or office manager placing the order, not a procurement department. Scan a QR code to reorder from the shelf, compare supplier prices in seconds, and get live human support when you need it.
Base86 reads as an ecosystem platform for the whole supply chain, which is far more than most private offices want to run.
A fast start with no disruption
With ZenOne you can be set up the same day, import your past orders, and keep buying from the reps and distributors you already trust.
There’s no supply-chain migration and nothing to rip out. You add visibility and savings on top of the way you already buy.
Transparency Matters
Trust matters for software that sits between your practice and your suppliers.
At ZenOne, we earn it by making real feedback easy to see, not easy to spin.
- 5.0-star Google rating (public, not curated)
- Read every review in full: nothing hidden or hand-picked
- Judge us by real offices and real experiences, not marketing claims
What Makes ZenOne Different?
No Gimmicks, just lowest price on dental supplies
Plug in your favorite dental suppliers + discover Zen’s deals
Set smart budgets by category
Order dental products with confidence, no training required
2-day shipping on dental supplies + free returns
Support team with real dental experience (Chat/Text/Webinars)
ZenOne is the Leading Ordering Platform for Private Dental Practices
Industry leaders, like Dr. Scott Leune, Dr. Mark Costes, and others named ZenOne the leading and best ordering platform for Private Dental Practices
When to Choose ZenOne vs Base86
So, what should you choose? It depends on whether you’re running an independent practice that wants simple ordering and savings, or an organization that wants to automate procurement and supply-chain data across many suppliers and locations.
When to Choose ZenOne:
- You run a private practice or small, mid-size, privately owned group and want one simple dental inventory management and ordering platform.
- You prefer clear, flat pricing that starts from $49/month with no long-term contracts.
- You want QR code reordering, on-shelf visibility, and monthly budgets instead of enterprise procurement workflows.
- You need an easy way to order dental supplies from multiple vendors while still working with your existing reps.
- You want to see a price and start today, without a demo gate.
When to Choose Base86:
- You are a supplier, distributor, manufacturer, or buying group looking to modernize how you sell and fulfill across the dental supply chain.
- You want AI-driven catalog management, demand forecasting, and procurement automation spanning many organizations.
- You are comfortable booking a demo and moving through a platform onboarding to reach full value.
- You are focused on optimizing the supply chain itself more than day-to-day chairside stock tracking in a single office.
Don’t Take Our Word for It
Thousands of private dental professionals use ZenOne every day to manage dental inventory, buy online dental supplies, and save money.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Base86 built for private dental practices?
Is Base86 built for private dental practices?
Base86 serves independent practices, but it is designed as a broad supply-chain platform that also connects suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and buying groups. Private practices that want simple ordering, inventory tracking, and price comparison without platform-level procurement workflows may prefer a lighter tool like ZenOne.
What is the best Base86 alternative for a private dental practice?
What is the best Base86 alternative for a private dental practice?
For private practices that want clear pricing, supplier choice, and easy inventory control, ZenOne is a strong Base86 alternative. It focuses on day-to-day ordering, budget control, and product visibility for smaller teams, starting at a flat $49/month.
Can I keep buying from my current reps and distributors through ZenOne?
Can I keep buying from my current reps and distributors through ZenOne?
Yes. Connect your existing dental supply companies, keep your negotiated pricing, and order the same dental products you already trust. You can also compare offers from partner vendors without switching distributors.
What’s the onboarding process, and how long does it take?
What’s the onboarding process, and how long does it take?
Most practices are up and running the same day. We import your locations and preferred dental supply company accounts, add users and approvals, and mirror your usual ordering lists so your catalog is ready without manual typing.
Does ZenOne work for multi-location practices?
Does ZenOne work for multi-location practices?
Yes. You can manage site-level budgets and route orders to each location’s dental supplier, all from one dashboard.
Related Resource
Looking for a deeper guide? Dental Inventory Management: How to Manage Dental Inventory + Free Inventory List Template walks through the systems, habits, and tools that help dental practices stay organized and in control.
