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Microsoft Dynamics AX vs Odoo comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Dynamics AX
Ranking in ERP
5th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
55
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (3rd)
Odoo
Ranking in ERP
10th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
34
Ranking in other categories
CRM (7th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics AX is 6.7%, up from 6.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Odoo is 3.0%, up from 1.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

Benjamin Mpolokoso - PeerSpot reviewer
A stable product that offers excellent ROI and reliable technical support
It is a good solution but quite complex, especially when integrating with other systems. Some simpler products like Sage are much easier to integrate with. I think it is because of the product’s proprietary database, MSSQL. Other databases are more open source. They use MySQL in the background, so it is easier to integrate with other products. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
NaveedUddin - PeerSpot reviewer
A streamlined and customizable ERP solution with a user-friendly interface, modular flexibility, cost-effective licensing, and a comprehensive suite of integrated business applications
Our country, Pakistan, seems to have limited support compared to other regions. Currently, the regional office is in Dubai, and I believe it would be beneficial to establish a regional office in Pakistan to enhance support and accessibility for users in our country. There is room for improvement in their mobile app. While it is generally user-friendly, it frequently encounters glitches and issues and I suggest that the mobile application be enhanced in future updates to make it more interactive and reliable.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"AX is nearly a Tier One product, so implementations are long, but there's a lot of flexibility. Also, the ability to handle different issues found in larger organizations."
"From a developer's perspective, the architecture of Dynamics has a well-designed security layer, which prevents coding issues between different layers. This is a significant advantage."
"Technical support is very good."
"Dynamics AX is very simple to use."
"It has the same UI and is very similar to any other Microsoft product."
"It is a scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"The relation between CRM and Sales, that's the main strength of this ERP."
"The most valuable features of Microsoft Dynamics AX are field services and the vendor collaboration portal. Both of the features are very good."
"The most advantageous aspect is that with minimal customization, a company can be automated within a span of two to three months."
"The most valuable feature of Odoo is the integration it provides and the many modules available."
"Odoo is a cloud-based SaaS system, which is better than having the program on the desktop."
"Odoo is a cost-effective tool for performing core ERP functions, such as inventory management. It's also good for manufacturing use cases."
"The most valuable feature of Odoo is its payroll localization."
"What I find the most valuable about Odoo is its simplicity."
"Being open source, it is more affordable compared to alternatives like Oracle or SAP, and I appreciate how easy it is to customize with the available sources."
"Odoo is highly scalable."
 

Cons

"The older version of Microsoft Dynamics AX that we are using is not as scalable as the newer version."
"There might be some features to support localizations that could be helpful to add."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX should include more connectors for third-party integrations. It should also include more features that AI models can govern."
"The support here in Turkey could be better. However, the international support is good."
"The product must be made accessible online."
"There is also slowness in database backup."
"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."
"We do not have access to daily projections."
"Odoo provides their apps on mobile, but it is not good enough, especially for my clients."
"There is a lack of resources for specialized Odoo professionals."
"Odoo does not provide integration with other third-party apps like Shopify."
"They could thoroughly study the market dynamics of different regions and connecting areas."
"Odoo could improve its newsletters and social media campaign features, which currently feel a bit weak."
"They could add more features and details regarding the business details and some extra modules for business features."
"The price of the solution could be reduced to improve the overall offering."
"Odoo’s asset management, supply chain, and advanced manufacturing should be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Microsoft Dynamics AX is expensive."
"There is an annual licensing cost for Microsoft Dynamics AX."
"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."
"The tool's licensing model is based on user subscription. The pricing needs to be reduced for the Indian and South Asian markets."
"Microsoft Dynamics AX is not expensive."
"It has a pay-as-you-go subscription."
"The yearly licenses are priced okay."
"It is very affordable for any type of business. And this is one of the main advantages of Odoo. Small businesses can subscribe and this is a very good feature."
"Odoo is an open-source tool. I don't have to pay for it."
"I would rate the price as a one out of ten, with ten being the most expensive."
"The price of the solution depends on the use case. However, it can be expensive and we are paying annually."
"On a scale from one to ten, where one means high price, and ten means low price, I rate Odoo's pricing a five or six out of ten."
"Odoo is cheap compared to competitors."
"The pricing is quite affordable, especially when compared to other products, making it a cost-effective choice."
"Currently, we pay around 5000-6,000 USD per month, though I am not sure. We have to pay additionally for maintenance and support."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Retailer
6%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Educational Organization
9%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics AX?
The 2012 version is obsolete, and we don't have any support for it.
What is your primary use case for Microsoft Dynamics AX?
My clients' use cases for the product cover domains like retail, manufacturing, IT communications, and HR.
What do you like most about Odoo?
The versatility of Odoo is one of its most valuable features for business productivity. It offers modules for purchase, inventory, manufacturing, sales, help desk, timesheets, point of sale, email ...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Odoo?
The pricing is competitive and highly cost-effective. Odoo provides an affordable and flexible service.
What needs improvement with Odoo?
I would like to see Odoo provide specific solutions dedicated to mid-sized and large enterprises. Having multiple versions tailored to certain sectors would greatly benefit us. Also, there is a lac...
 

Also Known As

Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
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Sample Customers

ConQuaestor, D & H Distributing, Sunny Queen, Mesa Associates, Britax Childcare, Ibema, Arafa, Sabo S.p.A.
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