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IFS Cloud Platform vs Infor CloudSuite vs SAP ERP comparison

IFS and Infor are both solutions in the ERP category. IFS is ranked #12 with an average rating of 8.0, while Infor is ranked #14 with an average rating of 7.9. IFS holds a 2.5% mindshare in ERP, compared to Infor’s 2.1% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of IFS users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Infor users who would recommend it.
IFS Cloud Platform
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87% willing to recommend
Infor CloudSuite
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  • 2,863 Views
  • 1,317 Comparison Views
100% willing to recommend
SAP ERP
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  • 10,854 Comparison Views
87% willing to recommend
 

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Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
5.1
Users reported improved operations and financial reporting with IFS Cloud, seeing up to 4.5x ROI over 18 months.
Sentiment score
6.8
Infor CloudSuite improved productivity and customer feedback, deferring a $7M expansion with an eight out of ten user rating.
Sentiment score
5.6
SAP ERP enhances inventory management and efficiency, offering cost savings and faster ROI through automation and data analysis.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.7
Australian support is strong with expert consultants, but timeliness and service consistency vary, impacting resolution times and communication.
Sentiment score
5.8
Infor CloudSuite support is rated 7-8/10, with strengths in assistance but challenges in customization and Asia-specific issues.
Sentiment score
6.1
SAP ERP customer service is generally praised, but technical support experiences vary, with some noting improvements and valuable features.
No quotes available
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Here in Portugal, there's no direct support from Infor.
Technical support from Infor is rated an eight out of ten.
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SAP technical support is very good.
It was very quick, and we didn't have many tickets, but every time any issues arose, they were very quickly resolved.
It is not easy to justify something as high priority unless the system is completely down.
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NF
Dietmar Müller - PeerSpot reviewer
VR
HR
Achmad Dimyati - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.8
IFS Cloud Platform is scalable for businesses of all sizes, though some face complexity in updates and dependency management.
Sentiment score
7.5
Infor CloudSuite efficiently scales with businesses, supporting integration, productivity, and global operations with minimal user-reported issues.
Sentiment score
7.9
SAP ERP is praised for its scalability, flexibility, and ability to handle large user bases and significant data loads.
IFS Cloud Platform has standard functionalities that follow the standard supply chain management processes, and it is easy to customize or configure.
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It is scalable when moving from one version to another or adding additional components like warehouse management.
The scalability of SAP ERP is excellent.
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Thangaraj Ramasamy - PeerSpot reviewer
VR
Achmad Dimyati - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.0
IFS Cloud Platform is praised for stability and reliability, with rare downtime, and depends on client maintenance and setup.
Sentiment score
7.1
Infor CloudSuite boasts 99.99% uptime with minimal issues, supported by frequent updates, customizations, and strong internet connectivity.
Sentiment score
8.2
SAP ERP is praised for reliability and efficiency, with stability ratings often between 8 to 10 out of 10.
Now, with the drastic developments especially in the cloud applications known as Arena on IFS Cloud Platform, it has improved tremendously.
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Infor CloudSuite is very stable, provided there is a good internet connection.
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Production processes would be on hold without stability, so it is quite important that the software is very stable.
Stability-wise, SAP ERP is the best product among others.
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Thangaraj Ramasamy - PeerSpot reviewerDietmar Müller - PeerSpot reviewer
HR
VR
 

Room For Improvement

IFS Cloud Platform requires usability, integration, and support improvements, along with enhanced customization, AI, and simplified user experience.
Infor CloudSuite requires improved documentation, IoT integration, customization, regional pricing, and industry-specific functionalities to enhance user satisfaction.
SAP ERP faces criticism for high costs, outdated interface, limited flexibility, and struggles with integration and real-time needs.
There is not much available online, and the documentation availability is on the lower side compared to other products, especially Maximo.
They are working on IFS AI, but we have not explored much into that yet, and if they want to keep their competitive edge, that is an area they need to concentrate on.
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In Germany, there aren't enough IT specialists for customization and software development, causing projects to take too long.
In Europe, it's difficult to find people who already know Infor, which was a problem during implementation.
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SAP ERP could improve by integrating additional components such as digital signatures and barcoding.
SAP recently implemented Databricks, and they started investing significantly in the analytic environment.
We are using version 6.0 and it meets our needs.
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reviewer2642043 - PeerSpot reviewerThangaraj Ramasamy - PeerSpot reviewerDietmar Müller - PeerSpot reviewer
NF
VR
Achmad Dimyati - PeerSpot reviewer
HR
 

Setup Cost

IFS Cloud Platform offers competitive pricing, best for large enterprises, with scalable value similar to SAP and Oracle.
Infor CloudSuite pricing is flexible and costly, offering value for high-revenue businesses with varied affordability perceptions.
SAP ERP is costly, with implementation exceeding $1.5 million, but valuable for large enterprises due to extensive features.
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Infor CloudSuite is cheaper than SAP and the license is on a yearly basis.
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Small and medium companies can struggle with the pricing.
The pricing for SAP ERP is medium but slightly on the higher side.
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Dietmar Müller - PeerSpot reviewer
HR
VR
 

Valuable Features

IFS Cloud Platform offers customizable pricing, robust integration, intuitive interface, and excels in enterprise management with adaptable features.
Infor CloudSuite offers advanced features for manufacturing, finance, analytics, integration, scalability, and customization, enhancing digital transformation for enterprises.
SAP ERP offers integration, customization, and efficiency with industry-specific modules, a centralized database, and robust architecture for seamless operations.
The cloud feature in IFS Cloud Platform is predominantly valuable, especially the enterprise asset management module, which IFS has very good business into, along with strong finance, project management, and supply chain management modules.
There are fewer fields on the user screen compared to other products.
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We handle approximately 500 to 600 orders per day, and the product is excellent for extracting and implementing solutions to check various parameters like client credit status.
Infor CloudSuite offers a comprehensive solution with integrated business intelligence and artificial intelligence capabilities.
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The consistent integrations and real-time data analytics in SAP ERP significantly enhance the decision-making process by facilitating follow-ups and action points.
SAP ERP has impacted our organization positively because it is highly customizable to build any process we have in our companies and to write programs.
SAP ERP is particularly strong in manufacturing, from production planning to plant maintenance, then Material Management itself, and managing warehouse management and inventory control.
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Thangaraj Ramasamy - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2642043 - PeerSpot reviewer
NF
Dietmar Müller - PeerSpot reviewer
VR
HR
Achmad Dimyati - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the ERP category, the mindshare of IFS Cloud Platform is 2.5%, up from 2.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Infor CloudSuite is 2.1%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP ERP is 17.2%, down from 22.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
SAP ERP17.2%
IFS Cloud Platform2.5%
Infor CloudSuite2.1%
Other78.2%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

Thangaraj Ramasamy - PeerSpot reviewer
Has supported project management and business customization through strong modular flexibility
The cloud feature in IFS Cloud Platform is predominantly valuable, especially the enterprise asset management module, which IFS has very good business into, along with strong finance, project management, and supply chain management modules; these are the major modules that are performing well with IFS, and the cloud options along with user-friendly customizations for any technical developments are additional advantages. The integration of IoT with IFS Cloud Platform is performing well, enabling us to integrate with predominantly any third party through the standard inbuilt connectors that are readily available, and if we need to customize the integration, we can certainly do that too.
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Dietmar Müller - PeerSpot reviewer
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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Achmad Dimyati - PeerSpot reviewer
Long-term adaptation and evolution meets changing technology trends
SAP ERP is not really real-time. We use the HANA database which is supposed to be memory data in memory, but we are still not very happy. It is supposed to be real-time and come very quickly, but in reality, it still takes time to run. That is why we use BW of SAP, Business Objects, and now we have moved to the Analytic Cloud where we start using predictive AI. SAP recently implemented Databricks, and they started investing significantly in the analytic environment. SAP ERP has been left behind as they moved to S/4HANA with the HANA database. They restructured the whole table structure of SAP ERP, introduced simple finance, simple logistics, and moved HR to SuccessFactors. They have the BTP layer where they manage everything from integration to master data management. The challenge with SAP is that they move very fast to different products and buy different products. It requires significant investment and many skills to catch up because all of these have different sets of technology. The fundamental has changed differently. It is not monolithic anymore but different products under one name, SAP. You have to buy it model by model for additional models. Products such as SuccessFactors, Ariba for procure to pay, Concur for travel, and Facility Management use totally different technology. They try to integrate with each other, but it remains a challenge for SAP to make them have the same management, technology, and operational approach.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
19%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Energy/Utilities Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
6%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Healthcare Company
10%
Computer Software Company
7%
Educational Organization
7%
Manufacturing Company
14%
Computer Software Company
11%
Retailer
7%
University
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business14
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise10
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business8
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise4
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business31
Midsize Enterprise30
Large Enterprise76
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IFS Applications?
Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a nine or ten out of ten since it is an extremely scalable solution that can be...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IFS Applications?
The product is reasonably priced. The costs are justified by the value provided, considering the comprehensive featur...
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What needs improvement with IFS Applications?
I am not able to recall much about batch. Documentation-wise, they need more. There is not much available online, and...
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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 addresse...
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Is Anaplan better than SAP ERP?
There are different aspects of both Anaplan and SAP ERP that I like and dislike. Anaplan improves forecast accuracy a...
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What do you like most about SAP ERP?
The solution has made the most significant impact on our human resources function, specifically in HR operations and ...
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What needs improvement with SAP ERP?
SAP ERP is fine as it is at the moment. It is difficult to comment on improvements for this version. I know HANA has ...
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Compared 10% of the time
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IFS Cloud Platform
September 2025
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August 2025
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Also Known As

IFS Applications, Assyst, IFS Cloud
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Overview

IFS is the world’s leading provider of Industrial AI and enterprise software for hardcore businesses that make, service, and power our planet. Our technology enables businesses which manufacture goods, maintain complex assets, and manage service-focused operations to unlock the transformative power of Industrial AI™ to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Industrial AI is IFS.ai.

IFS Cloud is a fully composable AI-powered platform, designed for ultimate flexibility and adaptability to our customers’ specific requirements and business evolution. It spans the needs of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Information Technology Service Management (ITSM), and Field Service Management (FSM). IFS technology leverages AI, machine learning, real-time data and analytics to empower our customers to make informed strategic decisions and excel at their Moment of Service™.

IFS

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. 

Infor
SAP ERP addresses the core business software requirements of midsize and large organizations in all industries and sectors. SAP ERP includes four individual solutions that support key areas of enterprise resource planning: human capital management, financials, operations, corporate services.
SAP
 

Sample Customers

China Airlines, Electrolux Group, Babcock, Cimcorp, Sky, Multiplex, Veolia. 
PRIDE Industries
B&G Manufacturing, Unilever, Life is good Inc., Joy Global Inc., City of Cape Town, Bhopal Municipal, Corporation (BMC), adidas Group, Butcher & Packer Supply Company, Franklin Valve L.P., Evoshield, Prime Meats, a Norsan Group company, EMC Corporation, Varian Medical Systems Inc., FC Bayern Mªnchen AG, AkzoNobel Chemicals B.V., T¾V Rheinland, Pacific Drilling S.A., Fire & Rescue New South Wales, University of Amsterdam, Pa_alon S.A.
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