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Infor CloudSuite vs Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

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:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
5.2
Companies postponed a $7M plant expansion due to improved productivity and customer satisfaction, rating it 8 out of 10.
Sentiment score
5.3
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central boosts ROI, productivity, and efficiency, often achieving returns within six months through automation.
Automation makes it very easy for us, as that is a time-saving task for us.
VP Sales at Zelite Solution
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.4
Infor CloudSuite's support is decent but faces global issues, especially with complex customizations and regional needs, prompting improvement.
Sentiment score
4.1
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central offers good support; however, some users report slow responses and lack of experienced consultants.
Technical support from Infor is rated an eight out of ten.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
Here in Portugal, there's no direct support from Infor.
Executive Director at Onsearch
On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate customer service or technical support for Infor CloudSuite at about a seven.
Sr ERP Support Analyst at a university with 201-500 employees
The lack of senior technical consultants means Tier 1 support sometimes has limited experience, which could be better.
Regional Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Some support personnel seem to stick to a checklist, which can be frustrating for experienced users.
Owner at Numex BV
Microsoft provides real-time support, which makes a big difference compared to SAP.
Automation Engineer
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.9
Infor CloudSuite supports growth with adaptability, strong integration, regular updates, and high user satisfaction, despite some scalability challenges.
Sentiment score
6.8
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is scalable for SMEs but faces challenges scaling for larger organizations and extensive users.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
Infor CloudSuite is highly stable with 99.99% uptime, though dependent on internet connectivity and client customization quality.
Sentiment score
7.7
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central offers high stability, improved from NAV, with occasional update issues swiftly resolved.
Infor CloudSuite is very stable, provided there is a good internet connection.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
For the cloud, we have not faced any downtimes or stability issues.
Regional Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Room For Improvement

Infor CloudSuite requires improved documentation, IoT integration, user interface, and better pricing and customization resources for global markets.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central needs improvements in pricing, integration, automation, reporting, training resources, and system stability for better functionality.
The user interface isn't that intuitive. Compared to other solutions, such as top-tier options such as Oracle or SAP, this stands out as an area needing improvement.
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
In Germany, there aren't enough IT specialists for customization and software development, causing projects to take too long.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
In Europe, it's difficult to find people who already know Infor, which was a problem during implementation.
Executive Director at Onsearch
A basic point of sale would help a great deal because there are certain requirements where Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central could fit in small retail operations, and it is quite expensive, so that addition would be beneficial.
Regional Sales Manager at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
There's a gap in advanced features that other platforms like NetSuite handle better.
Regional Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
There is a need for improvement in consolidation and multi-country master data management.
Owner at Numex BV
 

Setup Cost

Infor CloudSuite pricing varies, seen as costly or cost-effective, with potential discounts impacting overall expense based on usage.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central's pricing is complex, with variable costs and added expenses for implementation and customization.
Infor CloudSuite is cheaper than SAP and the license is on a yearly basis.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
The pricing and setup cost via partner for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central are very attractive, as you get the best discounts and offers.
VP Sales at Zelite Solution
However, it was very costly due to the numerous integrations we had.
Automation Engineer
The pricing for Dynamics 365 Business Central is reasonable.
Owner at Numex BV
 

Valuable Features

Infor CloudSuite enhances efficiency with robust features, user-friendly interface, and scalable architecture, benefiting diverse manufacturing operations.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central provides integration, customization, and affordability, enhancing collaboration and financial management for diverse industries.
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.
Executive Director at Onsearch
With Infor CloudSuite, you can manage and maintain document profiles. With this feature, you can automate the dispatch of your documents either to customers or suppliers, significantly cutting down the admin time for your order processing team or procurement team.
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
I have utilized the industry-specific functionalities of Infor CloudSuite, which have given me a better understanding of how the ERP system can work in regards to my sectors.
Sr ERP Support Analyst at a university with 201-500 employees
The value for money is very high as it fits the business well.
Owner at Numex BV
It provides localized compliance for every country, covering VAT compliances, taxing policies, and corporate taxes.
Regional Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Email communication and everything I receive is tracked with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and the best feature is that I can access everything on my mobile.
VP Sales at Zelite Solution
 

Categories and Ranking

Infor CloudSuite
Ranking in ERP
10th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
CRM (15th), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) (2nd), Local Government CRM (3rd), Product Configuration and Quoting (7th), Warehouse Management (3rd), Cloud HCM (6th), Financial Close Software (6th)
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Busi...
Ranking in ERP
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
68
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor CloudSuite is 2.2%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is 3.6%, down from 6.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central3.6%
Infor CloudSuite2.2%
Other94.2%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

AA
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
Integrated planning has improved document automation but reporting and user experience still need work
There are areas where Infor CloudSuite can improve. I have touched on the pros and key strengths of Infor CloudSuite, but end-user feedback indicates that there are several areas where the user experience can improve. For instance, when it comes to reporting, it comes with a very limited number of reports, and the standard reports are clunky, requiring a technical resource or developer to enhance or make them presentable. Another area is user experience; it takes several clicks to get to the information, and the user interface isn't that intuitive. Compared to other solutions, such as top-tier options such as Oracle or SAP, this stands out as an area needing improvement. When it comes to integration, Infor CloudSuite does offer a great deal of flexibility. It comes with APIs, so you can integrate with any third-party systems you may use. On that front, it's sufficient; however, it does require some specialized resources, as it's not a layman's job, and developers need to help with the integration. This is generally the case for any ERP. The user interface could indeed be better, and there is a steep learning curve for users; it takes time for them to get accustomed to Infor CloudSuite's interface and forms. However, once users adapt, it becomes easier and smoother to navigate. There are great features associated with Infor CloudSuite, such as DataViews and Birst as a business intelligence tool, which can be integrated with the basic product. Implementing Birst isn't plug-and-play; it requires a team of technical resources to execute. Additionally, there is a feature that allows integration with Excel, which can be installed by your IT team.
BN
VP Sales at Zelite Solution
Streamlined sales pipeline has improved daily task tracking and clarified client follow-ups
The best features Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central offers for me is that this software makes my life very easy, as I have a complete snapshot of my pipeline and a complete snapshot of my daily activities, where I can see what the status of my leads is, where I am standing in terms of closure, and the aging of my opportunities, which tells me how much time there is in the opportunity. Out of all those things I mentioned, the pipeline view and day-to-day activities feel the most valuable to me in my day-to-day work. There are AI-driven insights through Copilot, which is worth mentioning. Email communication and everything I receive is tracked with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and the best feature is that I can access everything on my mobile, so I do not have to open my laptop and the application every time. It helps me with my sales forecasting also, and predictive analysis is one of the best features for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. We have more insights and more clarity about our sales, our pipeline, where we are standing, and we have more clarity on our leads. Becoming a process-centric organization helps us a lot to keep us accountable, so Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central has made our life easy in terms of sales.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
13%
Construction Company
10%
Healthcare Company
7%
University
6%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Construction Company
8%
Computer Software Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business9
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise4
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business41
Midsize Enterprise12
Large Enterprise19
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Infor CloudSuite CRM?
The customization capabilities of CloudSuite Industrial are also there.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor CloudSuite CRM?
Infor CloudSuite is cheaper than SAP and the license is on a yearly basis.
What needs improvement with Infor CloudSuite CRM?
There are areas where Infor CloudSuite can improve. I have touched on the pros and key strengths of Infor CloudSuite, but end-user feedback indicates that there are several areas where the user exp...
What do you like most about Microsoft Dynamics NAV?
The platform offers a robust and comprehensive cycle for supply chain and inventory management, with features like minimum and maximum settings, dynamic monitoring of inventory levels, and integrat...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Dynamics NAV?
I don't have specific information about the pricing of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. However, it was very costly due to the numerous integrations we had.
What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics NAV?
Microsoft Dynamics NAV is solid, but there are a few clear areas that needed improvement (and largely drove the shift to Business Central): Customization dependency Heavy reliance on C/AL made up...
 

Also Known As

SyteLine
Dynamics NAV, MS Dynamics NAV
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

PRIDE Industries
Harris Farm Markets, Mister Spex GmbH, Bounce Foods, Eurofin Services SA, Medica Medizintechnik, Associated Gaskets, Onduline, Sitka Surfboard Corporation, World Animal Protection
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