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ERPNext vs JD Edwards EnterpriseOne comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

ERPNext
Ranking in ERP
18th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
Ranking in ERP
10th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
61
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (5th), Production Planning (3rd), Demand Management (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the ERP category, the mindshare of ERPNext is 1.0%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne is 3.0%, down from 3.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

NagendraCh - PeerSpot reviewer
Installation and integration are areas that are quite easy to manage
With ERPNext, some business challenges will definitely be there. So far, my company has seen that it cannot go for bigger enterprise models, like SAP. With SAP, it is a completely different game, whereas for the SMEs having almost 100 to 500 users, ERPNext can be a good tool. With ERPNext, there can be some challenges in the case of business or routing. The tool is suitable if you have a multi-cloud environment in your company or if there is some company that prefers to be branded as an enterprise business. As there are so many third-party integrations, depending on third-party applications, all those. You know? I mean, you have so many CRM models, but the thing is that with the ERP ERPNext CRM, you can't compare it with Salesforce. For the SME sector, the tool is good. The tool's features are developed for a bigger network. It will take a little bit of time, but as of now, we can see that the tool is good for the SME sector. The tool has not come up with anything for some specific domains, like construction domains. Right now, it is a big challenge to use the tool in the education domain, but right now, the product has resolved it. Many people use the tool since it has a larger network. The tool keeps developing, and it will take time to develop. For the education domain, the tool will have to come up with LMS features and transportation, which make up for small challenges.
Eric Oboh - PeerSpot reviewer
Enables efficient finance and maintenance management with real-time data and strong integration
The integration between plant maintenance, stores, and financials is highly valued by my customers in the refinery business, as it allows for efficient maintenance processes and easily accessible financial information. Additionally, the mobile features are beneficial as they allow managers to approve or reject orders on the go. JD Edwards EnterpriseOne ( /products/jd-edwards-enterpriseone-reviews ) provides real-time data, which is very timely for decision-making. Managers have dashboards created for them that are readily updated for insightful information. This reflects the improved business intelligence features of the solution.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The most valuable feature of the solution is that it is a very user-friendly tool that is customizable based on the business environment."
"It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten...I rate the product's initial setup a nine on a scale from one to ten, where one is difficult, and ten is easy."
"The solution is very customizable according to business needs."
"JD Edwards EnterpriseOne is a user-friendly ERP solution that is quite simple."
"JD Edwards is highly scalable and suitable for both small teams and large enterprises with hundreds of users."
"The solution is very easy to set up."
"We do a straight forward, simple plug and play installation so there are no problems technically now."
"JD Edwards EnterpriseOne is very scalable. It is suitable for any business size, from retail to manufacturing, and can grow with any business."
"The solution is stable."
"The most valuable feature is the user experience, where you can create your own queries, it sends you alerts, and it's very flexible."
 

Cons

"The tool has not come up with anything for some specific domains, like construction domains."
"The look, feel, and color are areas in ERPNext that can be improved."
"Lacking in certain areas of support."
"The implementation procedure could be simplified."
"While it is easy to handle, there is room for improvement compared to more sophisticated ERP systems."
"The way of creating daily reports could be made a little bit easier."
"I would like to see improvements in the analytical part of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, specifically in the business intelligence aspect, to enhance its capabilities compared to bespoke solutions."
"Localization features are critical for all regions. Improving these features in various countries and markets is essential to meet customer needs."
"The reporting has to be flexible or it will turn the end-user off."
"It does not submit the inquiry as requested. We have to close the application and restart the computer."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"If one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the product price as a three."
"Price-wise, ERPNext is a cheap product. There are no licensing costs attached to ERPNext since it is an open-source product. You have to pay for the solution's hosting and implementation process."
"The solution's pricing depends on the deal and the number of users."
"It's very competitively priced. The only problem now is that most of the industry is moving towards software as a service or a subscription model, whereas JD Edwards has a capital expenditure. You would spend on the licenses once off. You can either host it on-premise or in the cloud, but there is a licensing fee once a year."
"There is an annual license for this solution."
"The licensing costs are on a yearly basis, and there are no additional costs."
"The solution’s pricing depends on the module you’re purchasing."
"More transparent pricing of the software is needed."
"The price of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne is high. However, every ERP solution has a high price."
"EnterpriseOne is cost-effective for large enterprises."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
19%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Healthcare Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
15%
Computer Software Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Healthcare Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ERPNext?
It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten...I rate the product's initial setup a nine on a scale from one to ten, where one is difficult, and ten is easy.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ERPNext?
It is an open-source tool. Some kinds of plug-ins for the tool are available in the marketplace. ERPNext was developed using Python. Plug-ins are available in the marketplace, and users need to buy...
What needs improvement with ERPNext?
With ERPNext, some business challenges will definitely be there. So far, my company has seen that it cannot go for bigger enterprise models, like SAP. With SAP, it is a completely different game, w...
What do you like most about JD Edwards EnterpriseOne?
The tool is valuable for its rich set of functionalities and stability. The solution is stable. The customer service and support is good.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne?
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne is perceived as expensive compared to newer applications, and consultancy costs are on the high side.
What advice do you have for others considering JD Edwards EnterpriseOne?
I recommend JD Edwards EnterpriseOne due to its stability and functionality, but it may be cost-prohibitive for clients who are budget-conscious. I rate JD Edwards EnterpriseOne an eight out of ten.
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

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TechNova Imaging Systems (P) Ltd, Jordan Petroleum Refinery, Hosun Universal Co. Ltd., Grupo Corporativo Papelera SA de CV, Label Technology Inc., Uniwax S.A., Al Jaber Group, SOMAR Corporation, SICIM S.p.A.,
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