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3i Infotech ORION vs Microsoft Dynamics AX comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

3i Infotech ORION
Ranking in ERP
32nd
Average Rating
7.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft Dynamics AX
Ranking in ERP
6th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
59
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of 3i Infotech ORION is 1.0%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics AX is 3.1%, down from 6.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft Dynamics AX3.1%
3i Infotech ORION1.0%
Other95.9%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

ED
Social media strategist at Creative Skills
A straightforward ERP application that requires improvement in user-friendliness
The primary use case for us is as an ERP application The tool's usability is straightforward.  Improvements could be made regarding user-friendliness and transitioning fully to a web version. Features like forex reconciliation and a cash flow planning module could enhance the solution. I have…
reviewer2765214 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Sales Support Supervisor at a manufacturing company with 501-1,000 employees
Has required ongoing support and modernization but effectively manages core operations and complex workflows
Microsoft Dynamics AX is a very strong ERP system, applicable for customizations to help companies and organizations streamline their processes. The specific feature I find most valuable about Microsoft Dynamics AX is the applicable permissions. There are many levels of security and permissions for each user to monitor and access specific data relative to their functions. Additionally, the linkage and transition between exploring and moving from window to window, from function to function is valuable. The impact of Microsoft Dynamics AX on managing financial processes is significant. It's a very important element for financial departments as it represents all transactions, references, and records. The adjustments and availability to create more than one virtual company allow large companies, which combined represent one group of companies, to connect and streamline their financials and operations.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"I have found the solution has many valuable features such as a user-friendly mobile platform, notification settings, and the ability to do many customizations."
"The three most crucial pieces are the financial modules, the banking module, and the management module."
"The tool's usability is straightforward."
"The production is a valuable feature."
"One of the valuable features of the solution is how easy it is to use."
"The sales module, with features such as pricing and creating promotions, stands out to me as the most useful."
"The tool makes it easier to manage things."
"The installation is extremely simple, and I have had no problems with it."
"I am impressed with the tool's vendor collaboration. It is also easy to connect with third-party applications."
"It is flexible and cost-effective."
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is customization."
 

Cons

"The reporting Module should be improved and a drag and drop functionality should be added."
"Improvements could be made regarding user-friendliness and transitioning fully to a web version. Features like forex reconciliation and a cash flow planning module could enhance the solution."
"The build-in dashboard and reporting customization should be improved."
"The user interface could be better."
"AX does take some time and maintenance."
"The 2012 version is obsolete, and we don't have any support for it."
"It is no longer supported from a security perspective, so it is not getting updated."
"The UI has room for improvement and can be more user-friendly."
"The product needs better admin control. There is room for improvement in flexibility, reporting, and dashboards. Artificial intelligence should be incorporated. I have concerns regarding partners, specifically in the implementation and deployment of Microsoft Dynamics."
"We experienced some challenges with the mobile apps due to the insufficient processing capacity to handle the workload effectively."
"We do not have access to daily projections."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is moderately priced. The licensing cost is around sixty thousand USD for annual maintenance. If you're using an application-specific license, it is a little cheaper. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."
"The price of the solution is fair compared to competitors."
"I rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten. Customizations can cost you extra money."
"The initial investment cost goes up due to the hidden cost."
"The price of the solution is high."
"It's too expensive for customers to take this on themselves. As partners, we will buy this on behalf of the customers and then charge this value for each project."
"The product's pricing is expensive. The tool costs 210 USD per user for one month."
"It is $180 to $200 per user per month with a minimum of 20 users, which makes selling the product a bit difficult."
"I don't know how much this solution costs off the top of my head, but I know that the cloud and SaaS solutions are cheaper."
"The price of the solution could benefit from being less expensive."
"I purchased the license once, and there is a license with a partner that I pay for annually."
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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Computer Software Company
7%
Educational Organization
6%
 

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise17
 

Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics AX?
I think the integration capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics AX need to be enhanced. There are many features for integration, such as APIs and connectors, but I need more ready APIs that link directl...
What is your primary use case for Microsoft Dynamics AX?
For industrial companies, I mainly use Microsoft Dynamics AX for those processes. Most of my clients are manufacturing clients, so I work with food industries, steel industries, plastic industries,...
 

Also Known As

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Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
 

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Sample Customers

Hot Point, Emax
ConQuaestor, D & H Distributing, Sunny Queen, Mesa Associates, Britax Childcare, Ibema, Arafa, Sabo S.p.A.
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