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Infor LN vs Microsoft Dynamics AX comparison

 

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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:
 

Categories and Ranking

Infor LN
Ranking in ERP
7th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
31
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft Dynamics AX
Ranking in ERP
4th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
56
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (3rd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor LN is 5.6%, up from 4.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics AX is 6.3%, down from 6.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

Jarod Dwi - PeerSpot reviewer
ERP integration transforms automation and financial reporting with good support
I use the solution for the manufacturing process, finance, supply chains, and quality It integrates with robotic processing and automation, enhancing our process automation. It also integrates with the PLC system using Mitsubishi and with the MIS software. The solution covers all modules,…
SherifAnter - PeerSpot reviewer
The sales and distribution modules are robust, and reliable, and seldom encounter issues
In GP, there are certain features like financial reporting that aren't part of the core GP package. Users might need to install additional components for these features. For example, there's a reseller product called Management Reporter, but many users would prefer to have the reporting capabilities integrated within GP itself, rather than relying on external tools. The manufacturing module in GP is quite basic, and those who require more advanced manufacturing capabilities often turn to third-party modules or tools. Additionally, you might be aware that in 2028, GP is expected to reach its end of life. Microsoft has already ceased selling GP to new customers. It's essentially the same product, but this marks the final year for GP's availability.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Infor LN is compatible with our company size and is cost-effective compared to other ERP solutions like SAP."
"The best feature of this solution is it comes as a complete bundle. The solution has effective project, document, and application management. Additionally, the collaboration is fantastic, it is well integrated, and can be customized."
"The most valuable features are manufacturing, and manufacturing costing modules. These are all powerful features of Infor LN."
"Infor LN has basically the same structure as CloudSuite Industrial, but LN has more advanced planning tools for manufacturing."
"It's not too hard to handle the initial setup."
"I would say that it is typically used by large-scale manufacturing industries, especially in discrete manufacturing, and it has proven to work brilliantly."
"We have definitely seen a return on our investment with the product."
"Material planning and predictive planning are both essential aspects."
"It is flexible and cost-effective."
"This solution's most valuable feature is its workflow for purchase orders and inventory."
"Flexibility is the best feature. Because we have the source code, we can develop our ideas. It enables us to develop new functions."
"All its features are valuable."
"There's a moderate amount of scalability available."
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is that it fulfills our requirements. We haven't had any issues with performance."
"The response time of the solution is very good."
"We're using the solution for financial modules, specifically focusing on consolidation, financial configuration, management reporting for warehousing, sales. Most of the features of Microsoft Dynamics AX are good. The overall structure and functions are great. The solution is stable. The initial setup is straightforward."
 

Cons

"Additionally, the price is challenging in the market."
"The user interface is not very intuitive for newer users."
"The interface can be difficult sometimes. I need to apply a bar code system, such as business intelligence and user interface tools. The user has to be a technician sometimes to use it."
"From a customers' perspective, Infor LN covers most of the processes in the company, but sometimes, they have to choose other tools because of the functionality or the cost of the Infor solution. It covers the core functions of the company—such as financial, operations, logistics, and so on—very well, but it doesn't cover some parts such as invoices, digitization, etc."
"Infor LN has customer support in India, but service could be improved. So, basically, they prioritize agreements, and the number of tickets closed within a certain timeframe, not necessarily the quality or resolution of the tickets themselves. They just open and close them, sometimes without even understanding the issue. That's the biggest problem."
"The solution’s performance could be improved."
"From a technical perspective, LN needs to work on customization and integration. It's fairly expensive for many clients to migrate from a customized private solution to the cloud. Infor needs to improve the cloud solution to make the migration from the on-prem customized solution faster and smoother. Otherwise, many clients will find it difficult or expensive to do."
"The training for Infor LN is not straightforward, so a non-specialist will need training before using it."
"There is room for improvement when handling various currencies within the current Microsoft Dynamics AX system."
"I sometimes put in wrong data that needs correction, but I cannot change it or approve it without withdrawing it. It will then take time for me to go back in and edit it."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX can improve system performance and security. The security is basic and needs a lot of improvement."
"If I had to add something in the next release, it would probably be a mobile application for a sister application of Dynamics 365; not the ERP but the Dynamics 365 HR solution. It would definitely help if we could have Microsoft or a Microsoft partner introduce a mobile application for it."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX has several areas that need improvement, particularly when compared to larger systems. It lacks the concept of month-end closing, which is essential for tight control over financial periods."
"There is also slowness in database backup."
"There are so many errors."
"I would never recommend moving to an obsolete product that cannot get support."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The standard pricing is two thousand per year per user. There are no additional costs."
"The price of the solution can vary."
"The licensing costs for this solution are payable annually. Standard licenses are available, but there is also the option to pay to add extra features."
"Only people who undergo training from the companies can learn about Infor products."
"If you use Infor LN in Infor CloudSuite, there is a need to make an early payment for a license, which is approximately 2,500 EUR."
"The cost is somewhat high."
"The tool’s AMC and support are given on a yearly basis. You need to make monthly payments for support."
"We have to pay a licensing fee for the solution."
"It has a pay-as-you-go subscription."
"There is an annual licensing cost for Microsoft Dynamics AX."
"One client was looking at a $5M SAP proposal and we got AX in just under $2M, and they were very happy with it as they have several sister companies that face $500K SAP upgrades/maintenance seemingly annually."
"The platform's price offering is good."
"The initial investment cost goes up due to the hidden cost."
"The price of the solution could benefit from being less expensive."
"It's too expensive for customers to take this on themselves. As partners, we will buy this on behalf of the customers and then charge this value for each project."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX is not expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
21%
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Retailer
5%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Retailer
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Infor LN?
Most of them who use Infor LN have add-ons connected to ERP. It's either a supplier exchange, or they've got sales problems that are integrated with it.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor LN?
Infor LN is cost-effective when compared to solutions like SAP.
What needs improvement with Infor LN?
The user interface of Infor LN could be more intuitive for common users. Sometimes, it is necessary to have an expert for connections.
What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics AX?
Microsoft Dynamics AX has several areas that need improvement, particularly when compared to larger systems. It lacks the concept of month-end closing, which is essential for tight control over fin...
What is your primary use case for Microsoft Dynamics AX?
I primarily use Microsoft Dynamics AX ( /products/microsoft-dynamics-ax-reviews ) for the financial module, which includes the general ledger, account payable, account receivable, inventory, and pu...
 

Also Known As

Infor ERP LN
Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

LTH Castings, Gloucester Engineering, Gorman-Rupp, Computer Designs, Instrument Technology, GWA Group Limited, PRIDE Industries, CAV Aerospace, New Scale Technologies Inc.
ConQuaestor, D & H Distributing, Sunny Queen, Mesa Associates, Britax Childcare, Ibema, Arafa, Sabo S.p.A.
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