Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs Zoho Desk comparison

Microsoft and Zoho are both solutions in the CRM Customer Engagement Centers category. Microsoft is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.0, while Zoho is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.3. Microsoft holds a 27.2% mindshare in CCEC, compared to Zoho’s 1.4% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of Zoho users who would recommend it.

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

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92% willing to recommend

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90% willing to recommend

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

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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.

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Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Zoho Desk

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Ranking in CRM Customer Engagement Centers

1st

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

CRM (2nd), Local Government CRM (1st), Marketing Management (2nd), Sales Force Automation (2nd)

Zoho Desk

Ranking in CRM Customer Engagement Centers

7th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Help Desk Software (6th)

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2025, in the CRM Customer Engagement Centers category, the mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is 27.2%, up from 26.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zoho Desk is 1.4%, down from 2.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Rishabh Chhajer

Head IT at Dhani

Intuitive APIs, customizable design, but dashboards could improve

The most advantageous aspect of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is its periodic updates. Every quarter, Microsoft releases upgrades that address bugs and vulnerabilities. As a company governed by the Reserve Bank of India and SAP security regulations for our stock operations, we conduct periodic reviews of our applications, including Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Whenever we submit an audit report and identify bugs, we reach out to the Microsoft team for assistance. They assure us that the issues will be fixed in the next quarterly release. As a result, we have not experienced any outstanding bugs that have not been recorded or addressed.

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Babatunde-Olugbode

Technical presales engineer at Avetium Consult Ltd

End-to-end solution to manage customer support tickets and consolidate all communication channels into one platform

For me, the valuable features are related to customer engagement because I want to ensure I don't miss any customer inquiries, no matter the channel. For example, I haven't seen any other platform that consolidates all channels into one console. That's a valuable feature to me. Then there's the pricing, which is better than Zendesk. Zendesk charges in USD per user, per month, whereas Zoho let us pay in Naira (Nigerian currency). Zoho can also identify user locations, letting you leverage existing reviews. These are valuable features that many organizations have adopted Zoho Desk for. We can download the mobile app to see requests and respond from anywhere. It is one of the most improved applications and widely integrated systems I've worked with. You can virtually integrate it with almost anything, like Microsoft Teams and other data applications. The marketplace lets you find native integrations. For example, we have an organization that uses multiple systems and wants to ensure agents don't log in to multiple platforms to see emails. They have a native integration system that takes care of that and works seamlessly.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The solution is scalable."

"One of the most useful features is we can configure Microsoft Dynamics CRM in the way that we need. This is configurable."

"Microsoft Dynamics CRM has a very nice UI, and is very easy to use. It's easy to install, has a lot of features, and provides good technical support."

"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is the campaign feature."

"Microsoft Dynamics is user-friendly and intuitive. It's easy to understand how it works."

"Integration with other Microsoft tools is a good feature of Microsoft Dynamics CRM."

"The most useful feature that this solution provides is the ability to make dashboards for the business easily as our company is managed using KPIs and metrics."

"The way it effectively works with the array of other Microsoft tools, such as Azure, is valuable. It works very well with the use of data linking and things like that. Overall, it is a great overall tool to have an effective understanding of the transactional background of each of our customers."

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"The initial setup is easy."

"It is a highly scalable solution. You can easily add more users through the portal within seconds."

"The product has a lot of features."

"The ticketing feature is very easy to use, compared to other systems."

"The most valuable features are that it's user-friendly, you can customize it the way you want it, and it is very easy to use. You don't need anybody else to configure it."

"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."

"The product provides communication features like chats and calls."

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Cons

"Microsoft Dynamics CRM could improve by being more user-friendly and having a better design. I have used Service Desk and it is not user-friendly but this solution is worse. The graphical interface is not intuitive, you need someone to guide you or you will have difficulties navigating around to find the file you need. The data we are normally dealing with is boring enough and the interface could be more attractive and more exciting. The tabs and arrangement could be done better to be more user-friendly. Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word are fine and Microsoft should extend their user-friendliness and intuitiveness to Microsoft Dynamics."

"Microsoft Dynamics CRM could improve by making the ports and dashboards more intuitive using Microsoft Azure analytical features. Compared to Salesforce and other partners, the dashboards in Microsoft Dynamics CRM are less intuitive."

"Better integration would be an improvement."

"The product is very old."

"Microsoft Dynamics CRM could improve by being more user-friendly."

"Dynamic's management could be improved. The tech management should have better technical capabilities."

"Technical support could be faster and more responsive."

"This is a good tool, but if you don't have experience using a CRM solution, there are a lot of things you'll need to learn. This tool needs to be more user-friendly."

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"They could enhance the product’s features to customize the automated email responses."

"The solution should provide an option to autofill some values while creating tickets."

"Zoho Desk needs to be enhanced to support IT service management policies."

"There is room for improvement in terms of integration."

"Zoho Desk should provide more integrations and improve the Zoho project integration."

"The solution needs to have more customization on alerts and notifications."

"The main concern is the pricing of Zoho Desk, as I consider it to be on the expensive side."

"The solution could improve its stability and scalability."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"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."

"The solution is expensive."

"The solution is not expensive."

"The cost varies on multiple factors including customization and the number of users."

"Licensing fees are paid on a monthly basis."

"Microsoft Dynamics CRM is slightly cheaper than Salesforce today. Pricing for the solution is pretty aggressive in the market."

"The cost depends on a number of factors, so whoever is implementing it will need to take that into consideration before it is done."

"Pricing for this software could be cheaper."

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"Zoho Desk's pricing is more flexible."

"For what it does, it's quite cheap."

"The gap is limited, but it should limit the price back bracket so that most start-ups can use it most effectively."

"Zoho Desk's cost is pretty much okay."

"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 is relatively cheap. However, there are additional licensing fees involved."

"The solution costs INR 8400 per user."

"The product costs $10 to $25 per user per month."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

12%

Government

11%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Educational Organization

60%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Media Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft Dynamics CRM?

The most valuable features of Microsoft Dynamics CRM are all the filters and possible reports.

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What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics CRM?

Costing might be a reason for concern. It could be an issue for the organization, or maybe not. It's uncertain.

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What is your primary use case for Microsoft Dynamics CRM?

I use the solution to manage the lead sales pipeline and enable the marketing department to maintain customer data.

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What do you like most about Zoho Desk?

The most valuable features of Zoho Desk are archiving queries and analytics.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zoho Desk?

The price point is a concern. The licensing model is quite easy, however, the pricing issue remains the main concern.

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What needs improvement with Zoho Desk?

The main concern is the pricing of Zoho Desk, as I consider it to be on the expensive side.

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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.

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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.

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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

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