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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Zoho Desk based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two CRM Customer Engagement Centers solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Zoho Desk Report (Updated: March 2024).
768,740 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"Right now we're using the financial features, and we haven't tried the inventory. It's useful more on the financial side.""The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is that it is a low-code platform and we can perform business process management.""I like the fact that I can keep track of everything I do in relation to my own job.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM is a comprehensive solution and is well-integrated into other Microsoft solutions, including ERP solutions. Additionally, it is feature-rich.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM is easy to use, the UI is very good, and it has many capabilities.""The solution is scalable.""The stability is excellent.""It is good for sales and service maintenance. It has various integration tools."

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"The ticketing feature is very easy to use, compared to other systems.""The tool has made support very flexible and strong. We can use chat boxes and auto-responses. If someone creates a ticket, it will be created in Zoho Desk's ticket module. We can get emails and respond to them within the product. We don't need a support email product to manage emails. We can easily manage it within Zoho Desk. The tool's interface is good since it updated the layout three months ago and the current interface is more effective.""The product is quite stable.""The deployment process is swift, typically taking just one day, and includes customization and automation setup.""The tool's UI is very user-friendly. The solution's workflow is flexible and we can create our workflows. We can assign and create groups with the tool. We are also able to control the privileges with the tool.""Good at capturing online inquiries has portal functionality, and is very good at managing inbound customer inquiries.""Zoho Desk is very flexible, just like the other applications of Zoho.""The most valuable features of Zoho Desk are the user interface, pricing, and how they customize the solution for us."

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Cons
"The main issue with Microsoft Dynamics CRM is that its GUI isn't very attractive. Overall, the solution has the same functionalities as other CRMs such as Salesforce, but Salesforce is much simpler to use. Microsoft Dynamics CRM is complicated to use, and this is another area for improvement. It was also more difficult to set up the solution, so its setup could still be improved. What I'd like to see in the next version of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is a cleaner user interface because currently, it looks messy to me. Salesforce CRM has a better, more simplified user interface that makes it easier for you to get what you need, while in Microsoft Dynamics CRM, you have to put in a lot of effort to get things done.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM's customer support could be improved as tickets usually take a long time to resolve.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM can improve the integration with the other system. If they have more flexibility to connect with another system it will be more effective.""The solution should improve the user experience in the process of creating and activating offers.""If there was a bit more automation, specifically for marketing tasks, that would be ideal.""My company's biggest challenge with Microsoft Dynamics CRM is wanting to market solely to leads without having to create a contact and link the contact to the lead. From a marketing standpoint, there's room for improvement in the lead process of Microsoft Dynamics CRM.""This CRM system needs to be more configurable. Its performance still needs improvement, because its screens hang while querying data. It's also not highly scalable, so scalability also needs improvement.""The manufacturing module could be improved. I would like to see customization in the next release."

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"Sometimes, the solution has some email issues in a new data center.""Zoho Desk should provide more integrations and improve the Zoho project integration.""I would like to have integrated support, and integration between the ticketing tool and the project management tool.""Zoho Desk lacks lookup fields for the layouts.""The solution could improve its stability and scalability.""As per customer requirements, it may have some limitations.""There is room for improvement with the pricing.""The solution needs to have more customization on alerts and notifications."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "We have to buy a separate license in order to implement the social listening feature."
  • "It's kind of pricey. It's about $50 or $60 per user."
  • "I am not the person who pays for Microsoft Dynamics CRM but it is expensive. I have been using Microsoft Azure, which Microsoft Dynamics CRM is built on, and I know we prepaid for the services. For me as a consumer, I do not think I can afford it, mainly because I am only learning how to use the AI and the rate which they charge is high. In general, Microsoft solutions are expensive and this is most likely due to the brand, this is something you expect. However, the price might be high but you receive a highly secure solution."
  • "There is a license required to use Microsoft Dynamics CRM."
  • "The price of the solution is good but could be cheaper."
  • "We have a three-year ELA with all our Microsoft solutions and often we had to do a true-up which was approximately $1,000,000. Additionally, we pay approximately $2,500 a month for support."
  • "Pricing for this software could be cheaper."
  • "The solution is open source and is free. However, it does require a Dynamics 365 subscription."
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  • "For what it does, it's quite cheap."
  • "Regarding pricing, it's 35 USD per user a year and 45 USD per user a month. Under the price, I have access to all Zoho products since it all falls under Zoho One's package."
  • "The solution costs INR 8400 per user."
  • "Price-wise, Zoho Desk is about 35 USD a month per user."
  • "The product costs $10 to $25 per user per month."
  • "The solution is relatively cheap. However, there are additional licensing fees involved."
  • "Zoho Desk's pricing is more flexible."
  • "Zoho Desk's cost is pretty much okay."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable features of Microsoft Dynamics CRM are all the filters and possible reports.
    Top Answer:The solution should improve the user experience in the process of creating and activating offers. Sometimes, the process is a little bit slow because it has too many details. It also depends on how… more »
    Top Answer:We use Microsoft Dynamics CRM to control sales advancements in our company.
    Top Answer:The deployment process is swift, typically taking just one day, and includes customization and automation setup.
    Top Answer:The solution’s pricing depends on the region because Zoho has different plans based on different data centers. They have different data centers at different locations. They have an Indian data center… more »
    Top Answer:They could enhance the product’s features to customize the automated email responses. Currently, users can include a custom signature, but there's limited space for additional customization. It could… more »
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    Also Known As
    Dynamics CRM, MS Dynamics CRM
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    Overview

    Microsoft Dynamics CRM is a comprehensive customer relationship management solution that helps businesses streamline their sales, marketing, and customer service processes. With its user-friendly interface and powerful features, it enables organizations to effectively manage their customer interactions and drive business growth.

    One of the key features of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is its sales automation capabilities. It allows sales teams to track leads, manage opportunities, and close deals more efficiently. The solution provides a centralized platform for managing customer information, enabling sales representatives to access real-time data and make informed decisions. It also offers tools for forecasting, pipeline management, and sales analytics, helping businesses optimize their sales processes and drive revenue growth.

    In addition to sales automation, Microsoft Dynamics CRM offers robust marketing automation features. It enables marketers to create and execute targeted marketing campaigns, track campaign performance, and generate actionable insights. The solution provides tools for lead management, email marketing, social media integration, and customer segmentation, allowing businesses to engage with their customers effectively and drive marketing ROI.

    Furthermore, Microsoft Dynamics CRM helps organizations deliver exceptional customer service. It provides a unified view of customer interactions, enabling customer service representatives to deliver personalized and timely support. The solution offers case management, a knowledge base, and self-service portal capabilities, empowering customers to find answers to their queries and resolve issues on their own. It also provides tools for service analytics and reporting, helping businesses identify areas for improvement and enhance customer satisfaction.

    With Zoho Desk, agents become more productive, managers become more impactful, and customers become more empowered. It's customizable, convenient to use, and it doesn't cost you a fortune. Part of Zoho's 30-strong suite of business software, Zoho Desk brings you the power to put customer service at the heart of your company.

    Sample Customers
    Metro Bank, Nissan, Pandora, Delta, Haynes International, City of London, Trek and many more market leaders.
    Intel, Sears, Daimler, Essilor, Aon Hewitt, Shop Your Way, CoffeeRocket
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company29%
    Financial Services Firm19%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Government10%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company38%
    Non Tech Company25%
    Outsourcing Company13%
    Transportation Company13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization57%
    Computer Software Company11%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    Manufacturing Company3%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business52%
    Midsize Enterprise28%
    Large Enterprise20%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise58%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business89%
    Midsize Enterprise5%
    Large Enterprise5%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business16%
    Midsize Enterprise61%
    Large Enterprise23%
    Buyer's Guide
    Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Zoho Desk
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Zoho Desk and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    Microsoft Dynamics CRM is ranked 1st in CRM Customer Engagement Centers with 68 reviews while Zoho Desk is ranked 7th in CRM Customer Engagement Centers with 19 reviews. Microsoft Dynamics CRM is rated 7.6, while Zoho Desk is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Microsoft Dynamics CRM writes "Intuitive APIs, customizable design, but dashboards could improve". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Zoho Desk writes "End-to-end solution to manage customer support tickets and consolidate all communication channels into one platform". Microsoft Dynamics CRM is most compared with Salesforce Sales Cloud, SAP CRM, ServiceNow, Siebel CRM and monday.com, whereas Zoho Desk is most compared with ServiceNow, JIRA Service Management, ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, Freshdesk and Freshservice. See our Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Zoho Desk report.

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