We performed a comparison between Microsoft Dynamics AX and SAP S/4HANA based on real PeerSpot user reviews.
Find out in this report how the two ERP solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI."Dynamics AX provides a lot of functionality."
"One of the valuable features of the solution is how easy it is to use."
"We're using the solution for financial modules, specifically focusing on consolidation, financial configuration, management reporting for warehousing, sales. Most of the features of Microsoft Dynamics AX are good. The overall structure and functions are great. The solution is stable. The initial setup is straightforward."
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics AX is material planning."
"The accounting and inventory management features are valuable."
"The relation between CRM and Sales, that's the main strength of this ERP."
"Support is really good."
"It is a scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"A robust product with integration between all modules."
"Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten...Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"A user-friendly UI with good documentation."
"The solution is flexible, has a lot of functionality, and has the ability to deliver more security than other comparable solutions."
"SAP S/4HANA is a very easy-to-use and user-friendly solution."
"The in-memory processing capability is most valuable."
"SAP S/4HANA is the preferred database because of its scalability, faster accessibility, compatibility, and other well-suited features for large data sets."
"The initial setup is not complex; it's more at a medium level. Not too easy, but with the right knowledge, you can configure it."
"The product must be made accessible online."
"It is being decommissioned."
"There is no Arabic interface in Microsoft Business Central, which is a big weak point."
"Microsoft could provide more flexible hardware requirements that can scale with the volume of data being processed rather than providing only a minimum requirement."
"There is room for improvement in the licensing model and associated costs of this solution."
"We do not have access to daily projections."
"There are so many errors."
"This solution could be improved with more expert resources and an easier implementation process."
"In an upcoming release of SAP S4HANA, chain management should be easier."
"I would like to see the AI included to help from a data standpoint."
"SAP S/4HANA needs to bring a feature that allows a great quantity of data compression"
"SAP S/4HANA could improve by making the interface easier to use."
"It is simple to implement SAP S4HANA. If you are already in this type of environment, then the transition is not very complex. However, if you do not then it can be difficult."
"The resource usage could be improved - it's memory-hungry, so mid-range servers struggle to run it."
"The scalability could be better."
"In an upcoming release, it would be beneficial to have more practical intelligence in the system, such as protective maintenance, or artificial intelligence."
Microsoft Dynamics AX is ranked 6th in ERP with 52 reviews while SAP S/4HANA is ranked 2nd in ERP with 75 reviews. Microsoft Dynamics AX is rated 7.6, while SAP S/4HANA is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of Microsoft Dynamics AX writes "A stable product that offers excellent ROI and reliable technical support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SAP S/4HANA writes "The solution is highly scalable, with solid performance and integration". Microsoft Dynamics AX is most compared with SAP ERP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP and Microsoft Dynamics GP, whereas SAP S/4HANA is most compared with SAP ERP, SAP Business One, Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP, Oracle E-Business Suite and Anaplan. See our Microsoft Dynamics AX vs. SAP S/4HANA report.
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