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Infor VISUAL 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 VISUAL
Ranking in ERP
30th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Resource Planning for Manufacturing (9th)
Microsoft Dynamics AX
Ranking in ERP
7th
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 June 2025, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor VISUAL is 0.8%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics AX is 6.2%, down from 6.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Carlos  Cardona - PeerSpot reviewer
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.
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

"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."
"A valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is that it is stable."
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is customization."
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is material planning."
"I like that it's a complete ERP solution from production level to branch level."
"Dynamics AX is very simple to use."
"The tool makes it easier to manage things."
"I am impressed with the tool's vendor collaboration. It is also easy to connect with third-party applications."
"The most valuable feature I've found is the UI functionality."
 

Cons

"There is a tool in Infor VISUAL that is called Costing Utilities, they should make the functionality more flexible."
"At times there are issues related to reporting, sometimes with the integration between two or three modules, and sometimes to the logic itself."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX can improve by having a more modern user interface. It should be more modular and dynamic. Additionally, the solution could be easier to connect with APIs with other technologies."
"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."
"There is room for improvement when handling various currencies within the current Microsoft Dynamics AX system."
"The older version of Microsoft Dynamics AX that we are using is not as scalable as the newer version."
"The integration could improve for the future."
"The manufacturing module in GP is quite basic, and those who require more advanced manufacturing capabilities often turn to third-party modules or tools."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX can improve system performance and security. The security is basic and needs a lot of improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The tool's licensing model is based on user subscription. The pricing needs to be reduced for the Indian and South Asian markets."
"Go for cloud implementation, if cost is critical."
"There is an annual licensing cost for Microsoft Dynamics AX."
"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."
"I don't know how much this solution costs off the top of my head, but I know that the cloud and SaaS solutions are cheaper."
"The product's license is expensive. My company is located in a region where we have to pay the most for the tool due to our currency and inflation scenario."
"I purchased the license once, and there is a license with a partner that I pay for annually."
"In relation to the cloud, it might be expensive for a longer duration. However, it's essential to consider the demands of enterprise users. While it's cost-effective in the short run, it becomes relatively costly in the long run."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
17%
Manufacturing Company
16%
Transportation Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
6%
Retailer
6%
 

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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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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 Visual Enterprise
Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
 

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Sample Customers

Skills Inc, Darmex, Eberhard Manufacturing, Bluegame, ENERTECH fabricaciones, L&H Industrial, Geophysical Survey Systems, Computer Designs, Essen, Graphicast, Instrument Technology, J&E Manufacturing
ConQuaestor, D & H Distributing, Sunny Queen, Mesa Associates, Britax Childcare, Ibema, Arafa, Sabo S.p.A.
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