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Infor LX 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 LX
Ranking in ERP
16th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
5.2
Number of Reviews
9
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft Dynamics AX
Ranking in ERP
7th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
58
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor LX is 1.6%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics AX is 3.2%, down from 6.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Microsoft Dynamics AX3.2%
Infor LX1.6%
Other95.2%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

Eugenio Santos - PeerSpot reviewer
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The interface we use currently needs enhancement, as I am still using the outdated green screens.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.
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 are the exit points that enable integration with external software."
"One of the things I love about Infor LX is that everything is integrated."
"Infor LX is effective for planning, manufacturing, and distribution processes."
"Infor LX's most valuable feature is that it's very interactive."
"One of the things I love about Infor LX is that everything is integrated."
"The most important feature of Infor LX for me is the use of models for accounting, which create effects in different layers simultaneously."
"Mainly for manufacturing and processing, everything is excellent."
"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."
"Technical support is very good."
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is customization."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX represents the backbone of the company's operations across all functions; it's our main system."
"Microsoft Dynamics is very stable."
"The most valuable features of Microsoft Dynamics AX are ease of use and performance."
"The product's most valuable features are its day-to-day operations, Power BI-driven workspaces, and homepage."
"In terms of features, GP offers a wide range of strong capabilities, particularly in the financial module."
"The product is easier to use and has more efficient workflow management features than other vendors."
 

Cons

"The interface needs enhancement, as I am still using outdated screens."
"The interface needs enhancement, as I am still using outdated screens. I would benefit from a more integrated interface."
"Infor's support side is not that good, and they seem to be focusing on other products above LX."
"The user interface of Infor LX needs significant enhancement to be more user-friendly."
"The connectors, performance, and knowledgebase availability can be improved."
"From a supporting point of view, Infor LX is not quite what I see with SAP and other areas."
"Infor needs more APIs, as in the current version, APIs are not fully developed."
"The user interface of Infor LX needs significant enhancement to be more user-friendly."
"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."
"The general speed of the solution needs improvement."
"There are so many errors."
"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."
"It is no longer supported from a security perspective, so it is not getting updated."
"The database requires a huge CPU and memory resources."
"We do not have access to daily projections."
"The product is standardised across industries so it is not a good fit for all types of sectors."
 

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."
"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."
"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."
"One license costs $1,000."
"The pricing is expensive."
"I purchased the license once, and there is a license with a partner that I pay for annually."
"The platform's price offering is good."
"Comparatively, Business Central appears to be more cost-effective. Microsoft offers Business Central at only $70 per user per month in the US. In contrast, GP requires an initial investment, including around $9,000 for the GP license for three users and additional expenses for hardware. Therefore, the initial investment for GP is quite substantial. On the other hand, cloud-based ERP products like Business Central do not entail the same upfront investment and operate on an ongoing, subscription-based model."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
20%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Computer Software Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Computer Software Company
6%
Retailer
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business2
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise6
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business29
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise17
 

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.
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 ...
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.
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 ERP LX, ERP LX
Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Shaklee Corporation, Clover Dairy, Cremer, Group Dekko
ConQuaestor, D & H Distributing, Sunny Queen, Mesa Associates, Britax Childcare, Ibema, Arafa, Sabo S.p.A.
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