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Microsoft Dynamics SL vs Odoo 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

Microsoft Dynamics SL
Ranking in ERP
30th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Odoo
Ranking in ERP
14th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
34
Ranking in other categories
CRM (14th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics SL is 1.2%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Odoo is 1.9%, down from 3.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Odoo1.9%
Microsoft Dynamics SL1.2%
Other96.9%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

Cirvesh-Daga - PeerSpot reviewer
Director at T-Systems International GmbH
Simplify and streamline complex business processes, and good integration capabilities but lacks predictive capabilities
An area of improvement could be around automation and predictability. However, I'm sure Microsoft is already thinking about incorporating AI co-pilot features, which should be coming soon. The end person who will be looking at the report is the CFO, and CFO isn't just interested in static reports but in predictive information. Ideally, SL could use data from ERP, and CRM to provide some level of prediction. CoPilot is plugged into Dynamics, it'll be a plus and even a huge selling point over other solutions that are there in the market because now we have a component of AI. We can also give you some level of prediction. Even if it starts with a 15% confidence level, a CFO will take that because it still allows them to increase their bets to a certain extent. So, that's something that I I will look forward to whenever Microsoft introduces it.
ThomasPetrou - PeerSpot reviewer
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.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The solution has provided a good return on investment by ensuring our financial and operational information is accurate and timely."
"If I put myself in the customer's shoes, it's easier to use. Reporting would be a very valuable feature."
"The solution has many helpful features, the stability is very good, its performance is reliable, the solution is extremely useful for e-commerce companies, the compliance has been very useful, the solution is quite stable, the scalability is good, and it is pretty easy to set up."
"It's pretty easy to set up."
"The most beneficial feature of Odoo is its wide community and store, allowing users to purchase solutions and resolve any problems quickly."
"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 most valuable feature of Odoo is the integration it provides and the many modules available."
"Odoo is open source, so we can develop it and adjust it to our requirements. It's easy to work with."
"The most advantageous aspect is that with minimal customization, a company can be automated within a span of two to three months."
"We find manufacturing and stock quite useful, as well as the CRM to be the most valuable features."
"Odoo's setup phase is easy."
"Odoo is flexible and serves us quite well. Its interface has improved."
 

Cons

"The product's primary improvement area would be its batch processing system."
"An area of improvement could be around automation and predictability."
"The licensing of the solution should be adjusted; the policies aren't ideal and they should make it easier to understand because right now it's too confusing."
"It's too early to make a definitive statement about Odoo as we are currently in the implementation stages. Once the implementation is complete and the system is up and running, we'll be able to provide feedback on its effectiveness and suitability for our needs. The implementation is very straightforward, and the system is easy to operate, similar to working with a spreadsheet. If there's one thing that could significantly enhance the system, it would be incorporating more AI capabilities."
"The sales model is not the best, and it lacks certain features."
"The solution is good, but the user interface is not the best."
"It has been difficult to adapt to continuous changes, you have to understand what is new and what is changing in less than twelve months. You can take advantage of the new features, but you have to research them to be able to implement them."
"The tool needs to improve its scalability."
"The price of the solution could be reduced to improve the overall offering."
"Odoo provides their apps on mobile, but it is not good enough, especially for my clients."
"The range of choices and functionalities has space for enhancement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The licensing costs were reasonable."
"If the value proposition is clear for the customer, they won't see it as an expensive solution. A solution becomes expensive when it doesn't do what it promises."
"I would rate the price as a one out of ten, with ten being the most expensive."
"Currently, we pay around 5000-6,000 USD per month, though I am not sure. We have to pay additionally for maintenance and support."
"The price of the solution depends on the use case. However, it can be expensive and we are paying annually."
"The pricing is quite affordable, especially when compared to other products, making it a cost-effective choice."
"Odoo is an open-source tool. I don't have to pay for it."
"Its pricing is well-received in Latin America. They sell by the user. In October 2022, they changed the way they sell Odoo. They commercialized Odoo. They now sell by the user. The cost of a user is $13.5 five per month for Latin America, which is lower than other ERPs."
"The solution's licensing costs are low compared to its competitors."
"The cost is expensive but cheaper than some other competitors."
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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company
12%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
 

Company Size

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Small Business
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Company SizeCount
Small Business29
Midsize Enterprise6
 

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Odoo?
The pricing for Odoo is affordable, with the solution being significantly cheaper than its competitors like SAP, Microsoft, and Oracle, while offering a comparable range of services. Thus, in terms...
What needs improvement with Odoo?
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 imm...
What is your primary use case for Odoo?
As a customer, I use Odoo for various purposes in my company, ranging from accounting to sales. I use it as accounting software, CRM, and sales software. I also host my website on it and manage pro...
 

Also Known As

Dynamics SL, MS Dynamics SL
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Sample Customers

ASAP, Espartec, S.A de C.V., TGLT, Calder‹n Autopartes El_ctricas, GGS Systems, CLEAResult, Shared Spectrum Company, Scope Global Pty Ltd
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