Infor LX vs Microsoft Dynamics SL comparison

Infor and Microsoft are both solutions in the ERP category. Infor is ranked #16 with an average rating of 8.5, while Microsoft is ranked #21 with an average rating of 8.0. Infor holds a 1.5% mindshare in ERP, compared to Microsoft’s 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Infor users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

Infor LX

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100% willing to recommend

Microsoft Dynamics SL

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Microsoft Dynamics SL and Infor LX compete in the ERP solutions category, targeting organizations with specific industry needs. While Microsoft Dynamics SL shows strength in customer satisfaction regarding pricing and support, Infor LX appears superior in comprehensive features and perceived value.

Features: Microsoft Dynamics SL excels in project management, financial accounting, and offers extensive integration with Microsoft tools. Infor LX offers robust manufacturing and distribution features, provides extensive functionality for complex operations, and includes more industry-specific capabilities.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Microsoft Dynamics SL supports hybrid deployment and benefits from integration capabilities with other Microsoft services. Infor LX focuses on cloud-based deployment, offering strong support for manufacturing environments. Microsoft Dynamics SL provides more flexibility in deployment models but Infor LX offers efficient cloud services suitable for scalable operations.

Pricing and ROI: Microsoft Dynamics SL is known for its cost-effectiveness and clear pricing structure, often leading to quicker ROI. Infor LX, while possibly requiring a higher initial investment, delivers extensive functionality that provides a significant ROI over time. Despite more favorable immediate pricing for Microsoft Dynamics SL, Infor LX is considered valuable for organizations needing advanced capabilities with long-term returns.

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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:

Categories and Ranking

Infor LX

Ranking in ERP

16th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

5.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Microsoft Dynamics SL

Ranking in ERP

21st

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor LX is 1.5%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics SL is 1.0%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

ERP Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Infor LX	1.5%
Microsoft Dynamics SL	1.0%
Other	97.5%

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Featured Reviews

Eugenio Santos

IT and processes re-engineering manager at DEUTZ AG

Program adapts to our requirements and handles our operations effectively

The interface we use currently needs enhancement, as I am still using the outdated green screens. I would benefit for us to adpot the latest INFOR user interface, which is a more integrated interface. Additionally, improvements in warehouse handling with handheld terminal, quality management in warehouses, and managing a dual sourcing strategy would be beneficial. I have had to build my own applications for some features that are lacking, and aligning all components for uncertainty management in the market is necessary.

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Cirvesh-Daga

Director at T-Systems International GmbH

Simplify and streamline complex business processes, and good integration capabilities but lacks predictive capabilities

An area of improvement could be around automation and predictability. However, I'm sure Microsoft is already thinking about incorporating AI co-pilot features, which should be coming soon. The end person who will be looking at the report is the CFO, and CFO isn't just interested in static reports but in predictive information. Ideally, SL could use data from ERP, and CRM to provide some level of prediction. CoPilot is plugged into Dynamics, it'll be a plus and even a huge selling point over other solutions that are there in the market because now we have a component of AI. We can also give you some level of prediction. Even if it starts with a 15% confidence level, a CFO will take that because it still allows them to increase their bets to a certain extent. So, that's something that I I will look forward to whenever Microsoft introduces it.

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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

"Infor LX is effective for planning, manufacturing, and distribution processes."

"One of the major advantages of Infor LX is the stability of the program."

"Infor LX is effective for planning, manufacturing, and distribution processes."

"The most important feature of Infor LX for me is the use of models for accounting, which create effects in different layers simultaneously."

"Infor LX has improved my customers' manufacturing processes by creating a standard in the process, which improves performance in manufacturing as well as finance, distribution, and supply chain."

"Infor LX has helped us in conducting efficient production planning, streamlining procurement processes, and maintaining a reliable source of information for our vendors and procurement purchase orders."

"Mainly for manufacturing and processing, everything is excellent."

"One of the major advantages of Infor LX is the stability of the program."

More Infor LX pros

"The solution has provided a good return on investment by ensuring our financial and operational information is accurate and timely."

"It's pretty easy to set up."

"If I put myself in the customer's shoes, it's easier to use. Reporting would be a very valuable feature."

Cons

"The interface needs enhancement, as I am still using outdated screens."

"The user interface of Infor LX needs significant enhancement to be more user-friendly."

"Infor needs more APIs, as in the current version, APIs are not fully developed."

"From a supporting point of view, Infor LX is not quite what I see with SAP and other areas."

"The interface needs enhancement, as I am still using outdated screens. I would benefit from a more integrated interface."

"The connectors, performance, and knowledgebase availability can be improved."

"Infor needs more APIs, as in the current version, APIs are not fully developed. The development of APIs must be enhanced, especially for AS400."

"It's based on AS/400 or Power i, a robust technology and platform. However, it is harder to manage admin most of the time."

More Infor LX cons

"An area of improvement could be around automation and predictability."

"The product's primary improvement area would be its batch processing system."

"The licensing of the solution should be adjusted. The policies aren't ideal. They should make it easier to understand. Right now, it's too confusing."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Infor LX is not cheap but much cheaper compared to SAP HANA."

"Pricing is variable due to different deals and discounts, typically starting at around $2000 US dollars for one license."

"Our last maintenance fee was around $15,000 a year for 33 current users."

"If the value proposition is clear for the customer, they won't see it as an expensive solution. A solution becomes expensive when it doesn't do what it promises."

"The licensing costs were reasonable."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

21%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

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Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	6

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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Infor LX?

For Infor LX itself, the gap for improvement is to add some AI functionality to the product in the future.

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What is your primary use case for Infor LX?

Infor LX is primarily used for manufacturing. The use case involved transitioning from a previous Wipro project, moving from Pfizer to GSK, with the entire migration occurring within Infor LX. For ...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor LX?

Regarding pricing for Infor LX, on a scale where one is a high price and ten is a low price, I would rate it accordingly.

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What do you like most about Microsoft Dynamics SL?

If I put myself in the customer's shoes, it's easier to use. Reporting would be a very valuable feature.

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What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics SL?

The product's primary improvement area would be its batch processing system. Transitioning to a transactional processing system would significantly enhance its efficiency and usability.

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What is your primary use case for Microsoft Dynamics SL?

Our primary use case for the platform was managing our financial and operational processes across multiple companies. We are a group with 11 to 12 companies, and Dynamics SL has been integral in ma...

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Also Known As

Infor ERP LX, ERP LX

Dynamics SL, MS Dynamics SL

Overview

Infor LX is a comprehensive process manufacturing system that covers various manufacturing methods, including made to stock, made to order, configure to order, assemble to order, batch, repetitive, flow, and Lean manufacturing. A wide range of industries—including consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, life sciences, medical devices, chemicals, automotive, and general manufacturing—trust Infor LX to improve performance and profit margins at a lower total cost than comparable solutions.

Infor

Project management, job costing, materials management, service call entry, receiving, billing, and sales solution.

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Sample Customers

Shaklee Corporation, Clover Dairy, Cremer, Group Dekko

ASAP, Espartec, S.A de C.V., TGLT, Calder‹n Autopartes El_ctricas, GGS Systems, CLEAResult, Shared Spectrum Company, Scope Global Pty Ltd

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