IBM Cognos Controller vs Infor CloudSuite comparison

IBM and Infor are both solutions in the Financial Close Software category. IBM is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.0, while Infor is ranked #3 with an average rating of 7.9. IBM holds a 2.5% mindshare in FCS, compared to Infor’s 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Infor users who would recommend it.

IBM Cognos Controller

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100% willing to recommend

Infor CloudSuite

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100% willing to recommend

IBM Cognos Controller

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We performed a comparison between IBM Cognos Controller and Infor CloudSuite based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Financial Close Software solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Cognos Controller

Ranking in Financial Close Software

10th

Average Rating

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Infor CloudSuite

Ranking in Financial Close Software

3rd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

CRM (19th), ERP (13th), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) (3rd), Local Government CRM (7th), Product Configuration and Quoting (5th), Warehouse Management (3rd), Cloud HCM (6th)

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Financial Close Software category, the mindshare of IBM Cognos Controller is 2.5%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Infor CloudSuite is 1.0%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Pauli Leppänen

Group Controller at Eleda Group

A tool useful for areas like reporting and group consolidation

Scalability-wise, I rate the solution an eight out of ten. My company hasn't faced any issues regarding scalability, which we can't overcome. Regarding the scalability, there is some work required in the product. A user should also have some knowledge to be able to operate the tool's scalability feature. Sometimes, my company has to contact our support partner to figure out how to do certain things in the product. So far, my company hasn't encountered any issues with the tool where we have to deal with volumes even though we have to deal with a lot of leasing contracts, like over 2,000. My company expects the product to offer more scalability. My company has around 70 licenses.

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Dietmar Müller

Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH

Provides integrated solutions for international business operations

Infor CloudSuite offers a comprehensive solution with integrated business intelligence and artificial intelligence capabilities. It does not require hardware or extensive IT expertise, which are standard advantages for cloud solutions. Its integration capabilities with Microsoft features are notable. Additionally, it is a highly scalable and stable solution, useful for large enterprises engaged in international business. It is also easy to maintain compared to other ERP solutions.

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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 stems from the fact that it is a properly working solution... The functionalities and package offered by the product seem to be the right fit for our company."

"If there's already a scheduled report and we want a subset of that report, that can also be created. So we do not have to schedule a new report or create a new subscription for that. At this rate, we can create a subset out of one report itself."

"The solution is particularly effective for ERP. The automation of emails is a valuable feature for me. The solution is stable. The solution is scalable. Infor CloudSuite Industrial is better for its development aspect. It allows us to customize and implement changes more efficiently. The initial setup was straightforward. I recommend the solution."

"Infor CloudSuite Industrial is easy to setup. The built-in solution is already there, so we can start implementing it right away when we install it in an organization. After going through different test executions and workshops, any missing features can be added using Infor extension tables and other products. It will take at least eight to nine months to go live."

"It is a scalable solution."

"From a product perspective, it's more lenient and suitable for using features in finance, such as reconciling our payments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc."

"Workflow management and collaboration tools enhance operations and facilitate seamless interaction among departments."

"It is a complete wave management system to increase processing efficiency."

"The product's most valuable feature is production planning. It is one of the core features."

"We did some research and chose CloudSuite because it has the flexibility to cover a range of areas. And there were many other factors like traceability, for example, which is crucial for food production."

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Cons

"IBM should work on a little flexibility and user-friendliness, in the current interface. It looks very rigid and hard to read. We need to give flexibility to the user in the current situation."

"IFRS 16 functionality is something that is not embedded in IBM Cognos Controller."

"There should be better clarity and agreement on all interfaces and requirements before signing a contract. This would avoid unexpected costs and complications later on."

"The price of the solution is not good. In Europe, it's difficult to find people who already know Infor, which was a problem during implementation."

"Currently, there are some challenges with handling large reports, possibly due to setup limits or issues with the solution."

"They could include marketing automation for the product."

"Planning needs to be improved. That is, industry-specific planning details need to be added and refined."

"Infor needs to work on its documentation. For example, if I need to create a business object deployment from LVN to element, the instructions for this are insufficient. Many specific use cases aren't covered in the manual."

"The platform's distribution features need enhancement."

"For the quality department, there is a module called quality, and I feel it has to be a little bit simplified."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product is expensive, but compared to its other alternatives in the market, I feel that IBM Cognos Controller is a reasonably priced tool."

"For on-premise installations, the licensing is yearly."

"The product is expensive. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."

"It is a cost-effective solution."

"I feel it is not very cheap, very economical but also not very expensive."

"I'm working for a German company, but I'm located in Portugal. In the German market, Infor's price isn't an issue for clients, but Infor is losing market share every year to SAP in Portugal. Portuguese clients find SAP more affordable. Infor needs to work on this."

"The platform's pricing depends on the specific number of users."

"The pricing is not built on a standard model."

"As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for five years, but it was a one-time opportunity."

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IBM Cognos Controller?

The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it is a properly working solution... The functionalities and package offered by the product seem to be the right fit for our company.

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What needs improvement with IBM Cognos Controller?

IFRS 16 functionality is something that is not embedded in IBM Cognos Controller. My company uses a good built-in functionality in the tool, which was made by our support partner. IBM Cognos Contro...

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What is your primary use case for IBM Cognos Controller?

I use the solution for reporting and group consolidation.

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What do you like most about Infor CloudSuite Industrial?

Some valuable features include improved transparency in sales processes, which has been vital for our operations.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor CloudSuite Industrial?

As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for 5 years, but it was a one-time opportunity.

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What needs improvement with Infor CloudSuite Industrial?

While there are many advantages to using Infor CloudSuite Industrial, there are some drawbacks that could be addressed. Specifically, I believe there should be better clarity and agreement on all i...

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Overview

IBM Cognos Controller supports the close, consolidation and reporting process with the agility and affordability of a cloud-based solution. It enables finance teams to automate and accelerate the financial close with minimal IT support. It also helps finance teams deliver financial results, create informative financial and management reports and provide the chief financial officer (CFO) with an enterprise view of key financial ratios and metrics.

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Infor CloudSuite is a comprehensive suite of cloud-based ERP software designed to streamline various business processes. It offers core functionalities such as financial management, supply chain management, production management, and CRM. The suite is tailored to specific industries, including manufacturing, food and beverage, healthcare, automotive, and distribution, each featuring industry-specific solutions. Being cloud-based, Infor CloudSuite provides scalability, automatic updates, and remote access, reducing the need for on-premise hardware and IT costs. It enhances efficiency through task automation, improved workflows, and data visibility, supporting data-driven decision-making.

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Emirates National Oil Company

PRIDE Industries

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