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Infor CloudSuite vs Microsoft Dynamics AX 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
6.4
Microsoft Dynamics AX enhances work practices and management, achieving significant ROI and efficiency across diverse business operations.
 

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
4.2
Microsoft Dynamics AX support quality varies, with premium being costly; users often depend on partners or in-house teams.
Here in Portugal, there's no direct support from Infor.
Executive Director at Onsearch
Technical support from Infor is rated an eight out of ten.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
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
Microsoft has really good documentation, and they are known for that.
Senior System Analyst at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
 

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
7.1
Microsoft Dynamics AX offers scalability for various business sizes, though older versions may struggle with customizations and performance issues.
There are these things called AOS nodes where if you have more users and performance decreases, you can add more servers to the cluster.
Senior System Analyst at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
It struggles with scalability when you need to manage financial reporting or setup for multiple companies.
Business Analyst at Kpmhealth.com
Microsoft Dynamics AX already has multiple functions for sales, inventory, HR, finance, and supply chain.
Senior Sales Support Supervisor at a manufacturing company with 501-1,000 employees
 

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
7.2
Microsoft Dynamics AX is generally stable, with user ratings high, but issues arise with customizations and inadequate infrastructure.
Infor CloudSuite is very stable, provided there is a good internet connection.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
I have not had any major issues with stability.
Senior System Analyst at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
If you do the maintenance and have your own people, it could be stable, but it means a lot of work.
Head of Controlling and IT at Melinda
For stability, I would rate Microsoft Dynamics AX a ten, as I have not faced any problems at all.
Chief Executive Officer at Easy Touch
 

Room For Improvement

Infor CloudSuite requires improved documentation, IoT integration, user interface, and better pricing and customization resources for global markets.
The platform requires improvements in APIs, support, UI, data migration, analytics, features, pricing, scalability, security, and compatibility.
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
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 Europe, it's difficult to find people who already know Infor, which was a problem during implementation.
Executive Director at Onsearch
It is no longer supported from a security perspective, so it is not getting updated.
Senior System Analyst at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Microsoft Dynamics AX lacks the concept of month-end closing, which is essential for tight control over financial periods.
Business Analyst at Kpmhealth.com
Most companies working with AX currently transforming to D365, upgrading their ERP systems, which are more enhanced and have additional features such as dashboards.
Senior Sales Support Supervisor at a manufacturing company with 501-1,000 employees
 

Setup Cost

Infor CloudSuite pricing varies, seen as costly or cost-effective, with potential discounts impacting overall expense based on usage.
Microsoft Dynamics AX is expensive with high setup costs; flexible pricing is needed for economic and regional challenges.
Infor CloudSuite is cheaper than SAP and the license is on a yearly basis.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
Acquiring a developer license for customization is expensive, costing over one hundred thousand Hong Kong dollars.
Business Analyst at Kpmhealth.com
I think it would be great if Microsoft made the price model flexible per company and per country, considering that some countries face different economic situations which makes Microsoft pricing seem very high.
Chief Executive Officer at Easy Touch
 

Valuable Features

Infor CloudSuite enhances efficiency with robust features, user-friendly interface, and scalable architecture, benefiting diverse manufacturing operations.
Microsoft Dynamics AX offers flexible dimensions, module integration, seamless Excel compatibility, cloud scalability, and strong data management and security.
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
Infor CloudSuite has a smart, advanced planning and scheduling system that takes into account both types of demand, processes those demands, and comes up with supply suggestions.
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
Infor CloudSuite offers a comprehensive solution with integrated business intelligence and artificial intelligence capabilities.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
There are many levels of security and permissions for each user to monitor and access specific data relative to their functions.
Senior Sales Support Supervisor at a manufacturing company with 501-1,000 employees
I have not had any major issue with stability.
Senior System Analyst at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is its full integration with Excel, allowing for cut and paste functionality between Excel and the system.
Business Analyst at Kpmhealth.com
 

Categories and Ranking

Infor CloudSuite
Ranking in ERP
13th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
CRM (25th), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) (3rd), Local Government CRM (8th), Product Configuration and Quoting (11th), Warehouse Management (3rd), Cloud HCM (12th), Financial Close Software (11th)
Microsoft Dynamics AX
Ranking in ERP
8th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
59
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor CloudSuite is 2.7%, up from 1.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics AX is 2.5%, down from 5.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft Dynamics AX2.5%
Infor CloudSuite2.7%
Other94.8%
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.
reviewer2765214 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Sales Support Supervisor at a manufacturing company with 501-1,000 employees
Has required ongoing support and modernization but effectively manages core operations and complex workflows
Microsoft Dynamics AX is a very strong ERP system, applicable for customizations to help companies and organizations streamline their processes. The specific feature I find most valuable about Microsoft Dynamics AX is the applicable permissions. There are many levels of security and permissions for each user to monitor and access specific data relative to their functions. Additionally, the linkage and transition between exploring and moving from window to window, from function to function is valuable. The impact of Microsoft Dynamics AX on managing financial processes is significant. It's a very important element for financial departments as it represents all transactions, references, and records. The adjustments and availability to create more than one virtual company allow large companies, which combined represent one group of companies, to connect and streamline their financials and operations.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
13%
Construction Company
11%
Healthcare Company
7%
University
6%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Construction Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
7%
 

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 Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise17
 

Questions from the Community

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 is your primary use case for Infor CloudSuite CRM?
I can highlight a couple of other scenarios regarding my main use case or how I've implemented Infor CloudSuite. One is Infor Document Management, which I've seen in the past with other ERP systems...
What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics AX?
I think the integration capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics AX need to be enhanced. There are many features for integration, such as APIs and connectors, but I need more ready APIs that link directl...
What is your primary use case for Microsoft Dynamics AX?
For industrial companies, I mainly use Microsoft Dynamics AX for those processes. Most of my clients are manufacturing clients, so I work with food industries, steel industries, plastic industries,...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Dynamics AX?
Microsoft Dynamics AX provides benefits like saving time because it is very easy to use and it offers strong processes to implement full business processes, mapping them with customer business for ...
 

Also Known As

SyteLine
Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

PRIDE Industries
ConQuaestor, D & H Distributing, Sunny Queen, Mesa Associates, Britax Childcare, Ibema, Arafa, Sabo S.p.A.
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