Comparison
Odoo vs Microsoft Dynamics 365
Dynamics 365 Business Central is Microsoft’s cloud ERP for SMBs, tightly linked with Microsoft 365.
| Criterion | Odoo | Microsoft Dynamics 365 |
|---|---|---|
| Model | Open source (Community, LGPL v3) or Enterprise (Odoo S.A. subscription) | Proprietary Microsoft cloud service |
| Cost of use | Community: no per-user cost, priced by server resources. Enterprise: per user, bought from Odoo S.A. | Monthly per-user subscription |
| Functional scope | Integrated ERP: sales, purchase, stock, accounting, POS, manufacturing, HR, website, in one database | Finance, sales, purchasing, stock; CRM and other Dynamics apps separate |
| Hosting | Your choice: on your servers, with OVS Corp, or online with Odoo (Enterprise) | Mainly in Microsoft’s cloud |
| Customisation | Very open: Python modules, thousands of OCA and community modules | AL-language extensions via Microsoft partners |
| Tunisian localisation | OVS Corp modules: TEIF/TTN, withholding tax, stamp duty, cheques & bills | Depends on the local Microsoft partner |
When to prefer Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Your company runs fully on Microsoft and will stay so
When to prefer Odoo
- You want to host your data wherever you decide
- You prefer one tool, from CRM to accounting
General information for guidance only, with no prices or commitments regarding the publishers mentioned, whose offers change regularly. Trademarks belong to their respective owners. Odoo is a trademark of Odoo S.A.
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