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Infor CloudSuite vs Infor LX comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

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

Categories and Ranking

Infor CloudSuite
Ranking in ERP
14th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
CRM (16th), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) (2nd), Local Government CRM (4th), Product Configuration and Quoting (7th), Warehouse Management (3rd), Cloud HCM (6th), Financial Close Software (8th)
Infor LX
Ranking in ERP
17th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
5.2
Number of Reviews
9
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor CloudSuite is 2.2%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Infor LX is 1.5%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Infor CloudSuite2.2%
Infor LX1.5%
Other96.3%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

AA
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
Integrated planning has improved document automation but reporting and user experience still need work
There are areas where Infor CloudSuite can improve. I have touched on the pros and key strengths of Infor CloudSuite, but end-user feedback indicates that there are several areas where the user experience can improve. For instance, when it comes to reporting, it comes with a very limited number of reports, and the standard reports are clunky, requiring a technical resource or developer to enhance or make them presentable. Another area is user experience; it takes several clicks to get to the information, and the user interface isn't that intuitive. Compared to other solutions, such as top-tier options such as Oracle or SAP, this stands out as an area needing improvement. When it comes to integration, Infor CloudSuite does offer a great deal of flexibility. It comes with APIs, so you can integrate with any third-party systems you may use. On that front, it's sufficient; however, it does require some specialized resources, as it's not a layman's job, and developers need to help with the integration. This is generally the case for any ERP. The user interface could indeed be better, and there is a steep learning curve for users; it takes time for them to get accustomed to Infor CloudSuite's interface and forms. However, once users adapt, it becomes easier and smoother to navigate. There are great features associated with Infor CloudSuite, such as DataViews and Birst as a business intelligence tool, which can be integrated with the basic product. Implementing Birst isn't plug-and-play; it requires a team of technical resources to execute. Additionally, there is a feature that allows integration with Excel, which can be installed by your IT team.
reviewer2149446 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Director at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
Consistent optimization of production and efficient procurement processes improve operational effectiveness
I am working as an IT Director at Istituto De Angeli, which is a company of Fareva. FAREVA is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, makeup, and home and industrial care products. I have worked with the traceability and audit features in Infor LX, including the electronic signature module, which is essential in the pharmaceutical industry. The electronic signature is a key component of compliance for our ERP. This is crucial for periodic inspections we receive from authorities, including European authorities, Italian AIFA, USA FDA and other Pharma Agencies and Ministry world wide. On a scale of 1-10, I rate Infor LX a 9.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"We did some research and chose CloudSuite because it has the flexibility to cover a range of areas. And there were many other factors like traceability, for example, which is crucial for food production."
"It offers a facility to get data quickly."
"Infor's environment—ION and Infor OS—is better than SAP's. The load time is shorter and Infor performs much better than SAP."
"What I appreciate most about Infor CloudSuite is the out-of-box standard functionality; it really can function to meet the needs of any company."
"Mainly, we pushed back a $7M plant expansion because we were able to increase throughput with our existing facility."
"Workflow management and collaboration tools enhance operations and facilitate seamless interaction among departments."
"It is a scalable solution."
"The solution is particularly effective for ERP. The automation of emails is a valuable feature for me. The solution is stable. The solution is scalable. Infor CloudSuite Industrial is better for its development aspect. It allows us to customize and implement changes more efficiently. The initial setup was straightforward. I recommend the solution."
"The most valuable features are the exit points that enable integration with external software."
"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."
"I've been using it since December 2009, and it has been absolutely stable till now."
"Infor LX is effective for planning, manufacturing, and distribution processes."
"One of the things I love about Infor LX is that everything is integrated."
"One of the major advantages of Infor LX is the stability of the program."
"Infor LX has helped us in conducting efficient production planning, streamlining procurement processes, and maintaining a reliable source of information for our vendors and procurement purchase orders."
"Mainly for manufacturing and processing, everything is excellent."
 

Cons

"There is room for improvement in the pricing. For us, it's the pricing aspect. Since we're South African, it's difficult when it's a dollar-based product."
"The solution's support service could be better."
"Currently, there are some challenges with handling large reports, possibly due to setup limits or issues with the solution."
"In Germany, there aren't enough IT specialists for customization and software development, causing projects to take too long."
"It takes time to properly learn what the product can do."
"Regarding integration, specific third-party tools are not accepted, for example, on the old version of IBM or Oracle."
"They could include marketing automation for the product."
"Customer Service: Infor is impossible, but if you have a good reseller partner, they can handle just about any issues."
"Infor needs more APIs, as in the current version, APIs are not fully developed. The development of APIs must be enhanced, especially for AS400."
"The interface needs enhancement, as I am still using outdated screens. I would benefit from a more integrated interface."
"The user interface of Infor LX needs significant enhancement to be more user-friendly."
"Infor needs more APIs, as in the current version, APIs are not fully developed."
"Infor's support side is not that good, and they seem to be focusing on other products above LX."
"The interface needs enhancement, as I am still using outdated screens."
"From a supporting point of view, Infor LX is not quite what I see with SAP and other areas."
"It's based on AS/400 or Power i, a robust technology and platform. However, it is harder to manage admin most of the time."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I feel it is not very cheap, very economical but also not very expensive."
"The pricing is not built on a standard model."
"The platform's pricing depends on the specific number of users."
"The product is expensive. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."
"It is a cost-effective solution."
"For on-premise installations, the licensing is yearly."
"As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for five years, but it was a one-time opportunity."
"I'm working for a German company, but I'm located in Portugal. In the German market, Infor's price isn't an issue for clients, but Infor is losing market share every year to SAP in Portugal. Portuguese clients find SAP more affordable. Infor needs to work on this."
"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."
"Infor LX is not cheap but much cheaper compared to SAP HANA."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
14%
Healthcare Company
7%
University
7%
Educational Organization
6%
Manufacturing Company
21%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Computer Software Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business8
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise4
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business2
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise6
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
Some valuable features include improved transparency in sales processes, which has been vital for our operations.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for 5 years, but it was a one-time opportunity.
What needs improvement with Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
While there are many advantages to using Infor CloudSuite Industrial, there are some drawbacks that could be addressed. Specifically, I believe there should be better clarity and agreement on all i...
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.
 

Comparisons

 

Also Known As

SyteLine
Infor ERP LX, ERP LX
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

PRIDE Industries
Shaklee Corporation, Clover Dairy, Cremer, Group Dekko
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