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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
27th
Average Rating
0.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.9
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Resource Planning for Manufacturing (9th)
Microsoft Dynamics AX
Ranking in ERP
5th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
58
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (3rd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor VISUAL is 1.3%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics AX is 3.4%, down from 6.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Microsoft Dynamics AX3.4%
Infor VISUAL1.3%
Other95.3%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

Carlos  Cardona - PeerSpot reviewer
Operations Manager at Visual K
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.
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.

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."
"The most valuable features of Microsoft Dynamics AX are field services and the vendor collaboration portal. Both of the features are very good."
"Microsoft Dynamics is very stable."
"It is easy to use, and it has a great UI. It has very well-structured modules. In terms of setup and configuration, they're logically placed, which makes it easy for any user to pick up information and learn more about the system, rather than just be plain key users of that business operating system."
"Technical support is very good."
"The product is easier to use and has more efficient workflow management features than other vendors."
"I am impressed with the tool's vendor collaboration. It is also easy to connect with third-party applications."
"The installation is extremely simple, and I have had no problems with it."
"The most valuable feature for us is the manufacturing module. It addresses our product costing for tuna canning."
 

Cons

"There is a tool in Infor VISUAL that is called Costing Utilities, they should make the functionality more flexible."
"It could be more scalable and stable. It would also be better if the interface were more integrated with the Microsoft ecosystem because 2012 is not really integrated."
"The tool's setup phase and pricing are areas with certain concerns where improvements are required."
"There is room for improvement in the licensing model and associated costs of this solution."
"The implementation was completed within one month."
"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 would never recommend moving to an obsolete product that cannot get support."
"AX does take some time and maintenance."
"The on-premises and desktop versions are not user-friendly."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"Microsoft Dynamics AX is expensive."
"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."
"Licensing is stable, and overall, the users are satisfied with it."
"It is not the cheapest solution, but it is also not the most expensive one. It's in between and is cheaper than SAP but more expensive than other local vendors. It is worth the cost."
"Go for cloud implementation, if cost is critical."
"The tool's licensing model is based on user subscription. The pricing needs to be reduced for the Indian and South Asian markets."
"The product's license renewal cost could be better."
"The tool is cheap."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
23%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Computer Software Company
7%
University
5%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Educational Organization
6%
Retailer
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business29
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise17
 

Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics AX?
I don't know if Microsoft Dynamics AX is still receiving official technical support from Microsoft. I can see most companies working with AX currently transforming to D365, upgrading their ERP syst...
What is your primary use case for Microsoft Dynamics AX?
I'm using Microsoft Dynamics AX to process and monitor the sales process from end-to-end, starting from placing orders. First, the order entry and placing the sales order, creating purchase requisi...
 

Also Known As

Infor Visual Enterprise
Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
 

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Sample Customers

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