Microsoft Dynamics GP vs Odoo comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Microsoft Dynamics GP and Odoo are ERP solutions with Dynamics GP excelling in financial management and integration with Microsoft products, while Odoo is known for its open-source flexibility and comprehensive applications.

Features: Microsoft Dynamics GP offers robust financial management, excellent inventory control, and strong project management capabilities. Odoo provides an expansive suite of integrated applications such as sales, CRM, and warehouse management. Its modular approach allows for tailored customization, offering a flexible all-in-one solution.

Room for Improvement: Microsoft Dynamics GP could enhance its customization options and offer more seamless updates. The interface may benefit from modern enhancements and integration with non-Microsoft products. Odoo can improve its user interface for new users, add more localized support options, and streamline its update process to ensure system stability.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Microsoft Dynamics GP offers stable implementation within Microsoft ecosystems and a solid partner network for support. Odoo provides both cloud and on-premise deployment options and benefits from support through a global community, offering an adaptable implementation model.

Pricing and ROI: Microsoft Dynamics GP involves a significant upfront investment, potentially slowing ROI. Odoo's open-source nature generally results in lower initial setup costs, potentially offering quicker ROI. Its pricing structure is appealing to small and medium-sized businesses for its cost-effectiveness.

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Microsoft Dynamics GP vs. Odoo

January 2025

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Ranking in ERP

12th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Odoo

Ranking in ERP

10th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

CRM (8th)

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics GP is 1.0%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Odoo is 3.2%, up from 1.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

ERP

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Firaz Mohammed

Information Technology Manager at a retailer with 51-200 employees

Offers great integration capabilities and allows just the real-time inventory

Dynamics GP improves inventory management by offering real-time inventory tracking, and automated purchase order creation, receiving, and updating inventory levels. It facilitates site-to-site transfers and allocation tracking, enabling efficient stock management across locations. The integration capability of Dynamics GP, combined with Power Platform, has transformed our business processes. We now use PowerApps to enable salesmen to send orders electronically, eliminating the need for order books. Additionally, we developed HR apps to streamline tasks for our staff, leading to automated processes and improved efficiency. Our experience with Dynamics GP reporting and analytics features, particularly Advanced Analysis, has been great. We utilize customized smart lists for purchasing and other functions, allowing for tailored insights over specific periods. Additionally, we have developed custom dashboards for enhanced visibility and support portal integration. I wouldn't recommend Dynamics GP due to its legacy status and impending end of support. However, if integration with the Power Platform is crucial and the company prioritizes modernization, it could still be a viable option. For new companies, I would suggest considering Dynamics 365 Business Central for a more modern solution. Overall, I would rate Dynamics GP as a seven out of ten.

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ThomasPetrou

Consultant at Mazi4u

Integration across functionalities has streamlined business operations and improved cost efficiency

Odoo's documentation needs improvement, as there are areas that are not well-documented. Additionally, some underlying technologies need refactoring to more modern structures. Although it's not immediately necessary since the system works, changes to the architecture would be beneficial. From the transition from version 17 to 18, it appears they are aware and have begun addressing some of these concerns.

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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

"Snowflake's ability to handle large queries efficiently is very beneficial, unlike other databases which can take a significant amount of time for similar tasks."

"It's enhanced by a subscription billing add-on, to efficiently automate billing and invoicing, particularly due to our substantial customer database."

"The solution is easy to use and not complicated. Also, it is easy to get trained on. Also, there is good information available on the web. The GP community is quite broad and there are many blogs online."

"It is a tried and tested ERP system which if used correctly, is definitely a very good program for managing all aspects of a business from customer sales, and receivables management, to payable management and finance reporting. So, it's super critical for any mid-sized company."

"You can track everything from beginning to end quite easily."

"The most valuable feature is the ability to easily update and maintain accurate data across all aspects of our operations."

"The solution offers integrations with other software as well. We have integration with Microsoft Office where we can do Word and Excel, etc."

"The stability was reliable."

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"It's convenient that we have an all-in-one holistic solution."

"I like the helpdesk module, and I like the simplicity of integration among their modules. All the modules are very well integrated, and you can move among the modules in an easy way."

"The solution is easy to use."

"The most valuable feature of Odoo is the fingerprint feature."

"It is a scalable solution...The product's initial setup phase was easy."

"All modules in Odoo are integrated together, providing seamless transitions across various functionalities."

"The most advantageous aspect is that with minimal customization, a company can be automated within a span of two to three months."

"Odoo is a cost-effective tool for performing core ERP functions, such as inventory management. It's also good for manufacturing use cases."

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Cons

"It still can be improved in web-based and build reporting. "

"This is now a legacy product, so they're phasing it out over time."

"Initially, we encountered challenges, particularly with users transitioning from their previous applications."

"The purchase order and processing aspects of the solution should be improved."

"At times, navigating the user console can be challenging, particularly when trying to find account information."

"As technology changes, I would say probably in the area of chart up account needs improvement because chart up account is a string. So if they make it more flexible."

"Dynamics GP could be improved in terms of its usability and modernization."

"With payroll, the payroll that they have offers US or Canadian tax. However, here, our tax payments are different from the US and Canada. It is very difficult to put in our tax tables. We need some customization. It should be readily available for any country to use according to their tax implications. The system should know different types of tax regimes around the world so that it can accommodate. It's a little bit rigid on that."

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"They could thoroughly study the market dynamics of different regions and connecting areas."

"Odoo provides their apps on mobile, but it is not good enough, especially for my clients."

"There is room for improvement in Odoo's technical support."

"Odoo lacks a complete dashboard, and the reports are basic. The reporting could be improved by adding some graphics."

"The customization and technical support are not great."

"For the drawbacks, we would need specialized people to work on Odoo."

"The range of choices and functionalities has space for enhancement."

"Odoo does not provide integration with other third-party apps like Shopify."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's price is steep."

"For us, in our local currency, it costs us around 5 million Botswanan Pulas a year. It's quite a lot of money."

"We evaluated some local products, because of the pricing, but this product has better features and support."

"I think the tool is competitively priced and it's more of a one-time investment with a low annual renewal fee."

"It is an affordable solution."

"Its pricing and licensing are high. Of course, we all know that it is Microsoft."

"In comparison to other ERP systems, the pricing is not necessarily inexpensive, but it can be considered more cost-effective."

"I would say that the pricing is moderate, not cheap, and not expensive. There are many more expensive ERPs than GP, and there are less expensive as well, so it is moderately priced."

"Odoo is cheap compared to competitors."

"It's expensive, but it has lots of tools available for running the business."

"The cost is expensive but cheaper than some other competitors."

"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."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive, I rate Odoo's pricing a six out of ten."

"I would rate this product on pricing as a six. If it is a SaaS solution, it is fixed. It is reasonably expensive."

"The solution's licensing costs are low compared to its competitors."

"There is a need to pay towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. It is not an expensive solution, especially in my country."

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Top Industries

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Construction Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

15%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Educational Organization

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft Dynamics GP?

The most valuable feature is the ability to easily update and maintain accurate data across all aspects of our operations.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Dynamics GP?

D365 BC licensing SAAS model with subscription ranging $70/User/Month.

What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics GP?

I wish Microsoft gets Dynamics GP to a cloud-based solution, but unfortunately Microsoft had announced the End of Life for Dynamics GP.

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...

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Overview

Microsoft Dynamics GP is a complete enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution for small and medium-sized businesses. Dynamics GP helps you gain greater control over your financials, inventory, and operations. It’s easy to implement and use and empowers informed decisions that lead to business success.

Microsoft

Odoo is a suite of open source business apps that cover all your company needs: CRM, eCommerce, accounting, inventory, point of sale, project management, etc. Odoo's unique value proposition is to be at the same time very easy to use and fully integrated.

Sample Customers

Rural Metro, WASH Multifamily Laundry, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Elcome International LLC, Batteries Plus Corporate Stores, Catalogic Software, Choate Rosemary Hall

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