IFS Cloud Platform vs Infor VISUAL comparison

IFS and Infor are both solutions in the ERP category. IFS is ranked #17 with an average rating of 7.8, while Infor is ranked #29. IFS holds a 2.9% mindshare in ERP, compared to Infor’s 1.1% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of IFS users are willing to recommend the solution.

IFS Cloud Platform

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0% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

IFS Cloud Platform and Infor VISUAL are enterprise software products that compete in offering business solutions. Infor VISUAL holds an advantage in features, while IFS Cloud Platform shows strengths in pricing satisfaction and customer support.

Features: IFS Cloud Platform offers integration capabilities, scalability, and serves diverse industries. Infor VISUAL is strong in manufacturing with job scheduling and resource planning, providing specialized features for these environments.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: IFS Cloud Platform uses a modular architecture for phased deployment, minimizing disruption, and is noted for proactive customer support. Infor VISUAL has a comprehensive suite with a quicker setup time, though it offers less flexibility. IFS Cloud Platform reports a superior customer service experience.

Pricing and ROI: IFS Cloud Platform involves higher initial setup costs but ensures substantial ROI with adaptability and extensive service options. Infor VISUAL has generally lower setup costs, delivering strong ROI in manufacturing through its focused features, aligning well with specific business needs.

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Categories and Ranking

IFS Cloud Platform

Ranking in ERP

17th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

CRM (27th), Customer Experience Management (9th), Field Service Management (2nd), Help Desk Software (17th), Activity Based Costing Software (7th), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) (4th), Local Government CRM (13th), IT Asset Management (11th), IT Service Management (ITSM) (14th), License Management (2nd)

Infor VISUAL

Ranking in ERP

29th

Average Rating

0.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Enterprise Resource Planning for Manufacturing (11th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the ERP category, the mindshare of IFS Cloud Platform is 2.9%, up from 2.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Infor VISUAL is 1.1%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

ERP Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
IFS Cloud Platform	2.9%
Infor VISUAL	1.1%
Other	96.0%

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Thangaraj Ramasamy

Consultant at Arcwide

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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Carlos Cardona

Operations Manager at Visual K

Powerful accounting functionality, easy to implement, and same day support response

There is a tool in Infor VISUAL that is called Costing Utilities, they should make the functionality more flexible. In a future release, if they could add a CRM incorporated into the core of the solution that would be awesome. Additionally, a more flexible project model. They have a project model, but it's very challenging to set up values.

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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

"Feature-wise, I like the way it provides inventory details...It is a stable solution."

"The solution overall is very versatile and flexible, especially compared to other products."

"Some of the strengths are Enterprise Management Solutions and the series of Management solutions which is number one in Gartner's report and has been for the last five years."

"What I like about IFS Applications is that it's easier to use and implement than SAP. I also like that the IFS Applications team is more flexible than the SAP team."

"The main reason for the ERP project was to bring together our fourteen sites, which had until then worked in separate silos."

"The best feature is the maintenance module, which is essentially an industry-specific workflow designed with a manufacturing module as per industry standards. It's very precise and specific without having complex functionalities. It's straightforward. Field Service Management is definitely a wonderful product that IFS has developed because it caters to field services. The energy and utility sectors can answer their business needs using the software."

"IFS has been completely rebuilt, modernized, and cloud-based so we don't need bulky software installations."

"A high level of ERP can be handled in IFS."

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"The most valuable features of Infor VISUAL are its powerful accounting, multicurrency functionality, and production aspects. We implement the manufacturing for many customers. These are the main goals of the solution."

Cons

"There are some stability issues."

"It would be ideal if, in the future, the product could incorporate IoT and blockchain elements. We'd like to explore more of these types of features going forward."

"The integration is a bit complex, and post-implementation support services need to be improved. They have a service center based out of Sri Lanka. The support aspect is good, but the response time is a little slower than we anticipated. In the next release, it would be better if Warehouse Management could be improvised. They have a product line that's a data warehouse management system, but it's still premature and requires a bit of enhancement."

"IFS Applications can improve the reporting capabilities and increase the speed of feedback time in the IFS Applications. This would help with the overall performance of the solution and provide better experiences for customers."

"The solution's initial setup process was complex...The technical support my company receives from the implementation partners of the solution is not that great."

"We would like to see AI-driven CSI functions built into the tool that would allow us to quickly tie our improvement goals to metrics and activities, so Assyst will suggest the next steps to help us get closer to our goals."

"Ability to place approval check-points in the custom workflow, so clients can decide what they want it."

"The CRM was shaky and although this improves in Apps 10, there is room for improvement."

More IFS Cloud Platform cons

"There is a tool in Infor VISUAL that is called Costing Utilities, they should make the functionality more flexible."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product is reasonably priced."

"The pricing of the solution may appear to be expensive for smaller companies with only tens of users; however, for larger and mid-size industrial companies, IFS is able to win deals and the pricing is competitive in the market."

"Pricing is an area that could be improved. They could be more competitive."

"Ask for all-inclusive pricing, as they are pretty flexible if you ask for custom models."

"There are varying license levels that you can purchase."

"IFS Applications are competitive in terms of pricing compared to other vendors, such as SAP, Oracle, and Epicor. They are generally cheaper, especially for licensing costs."

"There's an additional yearly cost for support."

"I consider it to be a well-priced solution compared to other mid-range or high-end ERP solutions."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

20%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Energy/Utilities Company

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

22%

Transportation Company

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	14
Midsize Enterprise	9
Large Enterprise	10

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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 used for various use cases with thousands of users.

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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 features and minimal need for customization. I rate the pricing a seven out of ten.

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What needs improvement with IFS Applications?

When it comes to AI, I feel that is the area where we expect something more from IFS Cloud Platform. They are working on IFS AI, but we have not explored much into that yet, and if they want to kee...

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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™.

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Infor VISUAL is a powerful enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution designed specifically for order-driven manufacturers. Infor VISUAL helps you overcome the many complexities of manufacturing, such as rising globalization, increasingly restrictive regulations, extended supply chains, growing customer pressures, and more. With Infor VISUAL, you can focus on boosting operational efficiency and introducing new products and services faster. You'll bring order to your orders, create a more predictable process, and generate greater revenue.

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Sample Customers

China Airlines, Electrolux Group, Babcock, Cimcorp, Sky, Multiplex, Veolia.

Skills Inc, Darmex, Eberhard Manufacturing, Bluegame, ENERTECH fabricaciones, L&H Industrial, Geophysical Survey Systems, Computer Designs, Essen, Graphicast, Instrument Technology, J&E Manufacturing

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