Kernas Free
Free Tool Management for Trade Businesses
Assign tools to employees and vehicles, find them by QR code, and document inspections — with Kernas Free, free forever for up to 50 objects.
Up to 50 objects free forever · no credit card required
What is Kernas Free?
Kernas Free is the free-forever way to get started with tool management on Kernas — not a time-limited trial, but a regular plan with fixed limits.
No credit card, no contract. As your tool inventory grows, you can switch to a bigger plan at any time — without losing data.
What can you manage with Kernas Free?
- Tools
- Machinery
- Vehicles
- Keys
- Locations
- Employees
- Inspections
- Maintenance
- Documents
Who is Kernas Free for?
Small trade businesses
Assign tools clearly to employees and job sites.
Construction companies
Keep tools and machinery across multiple job sites in view.
Installation businesses
Document tools and test equipment subject to inspection duties.
Sole proprietors in the trades
Start structured tool management with no upfront investment.
Find tools with QR codes
Every tool gets a unique QR label. A scan on the job site instantly shows who it's currently assigned to and when the next inspection is due.
Inspections and maintenance, documented
Power tools and machinery are often subject to recurring inspection duties. Kernas stores intervals, reminds you of due dates and documents every inspection in a traceable way.
Kernas Free in detail
Every Free limit at a glance. Paid plans raise these limits depending on the tier.
| Free | Paid | |
|---|---|---|
| Objects | 50 | Depends on plan |
| Users | 3 | Depends on plan |
| Locations | 5 | Depends on plan |
| People | 25 | Depends on plan |
| Contracts | 10 | Depends on plan |
| Properties | 2 | Depends on plan |
| Organizations | 10 | Depends on plan |
| Inspection/maintenance duties | 50 | Depends on plan |
| Document storage | 1 GB | Depends on plan |
| AI assistant | 2 requests/week | Depends on plan |
| API | No | Depends on plan |
| SSO | No | Depends on plan |
| Personal support | No | Included |
Kernas Free or a paid plan?
Kernas Free suits a manageable tool inventory. A paid plan pays off once you need more tools, more employees, or personal support.
Compare plansFrom a tool spreadsheet to Kernas
A spreadsheet can be enough for a handful of tools. Once multiple employees, job sites and inspection dates come into play, it quickly becomes hard to manage. Kernas Free offers a structured, free way to start.
Start for freeGrow at any time
As your tool inventory grows, you can switch to a bigger plan at any time. Your existing data stays intact.
Frequently asked questions about tool management with Kernas Free
Is tool management with Kernas Free really free?
Yes, free forever for up to 50 tools/objects, no credit card required.
Can tools be assigned to employees?
Yes, the People module lets you always see who is currently using a tool.
What counts toward the 50 objects?
Tools, equipment, vehicles and keys. Locations and people each have their own separate limit.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes, at any time and without losing data.
Is there support on Kernas Free?
Self-service help and documentation are available. Personal support is reserved for paid plans.
Ready to digitize your inventory?
Get started with Kernas today.
- GDPR-compliant
- Swiss-made
- Modern encryption
- Regular backups
Up to 50 objects free forever · no credit card required