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Head to Head ERP software system comparison for RealSTEEL vs. Crowe Metals Accelerator for Microsoft Dynamics 365 vs. EOXS vs. INVEX ERP vs. Global Shop Solutions vs. NetSuite ERP vs. Cetec ERP vs. Epicor Kinetic vs. Acumatica Cloud ERP vs. DELMIAWorks vs. SAP S/4HANA vs. Infor CloudSuite Industrial Enterprise (Infor LN) vs. IFS Cloud

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13 ERP Systems Found

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RealSTEEL

Eoxs logo

EOXS

Invera logo

INVEX ERP

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Global Shop Solutions

Netsuite logo

NetSuite ERP

Cetec erp logo

Cetec ERP

Epicor logo

Epicor Kinetic

Acumatica logo

Acumatica Cloud ERP

Delmiaworks logo

DELMIAWorks

Sap logo

SAP S/4HANA

Ifs logo

IFS Cloud

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$12K - $345K

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$7.50K - $150K

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$70K - $1,000K

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Cost Per User

$175/mo

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$315/mo

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$100/mo

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Cost Per User

$125/mo

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$50/mo

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$125/mo

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$250/mo

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$200/mo

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$200/mo

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Yes Icon Cloud
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Yes Icon Cloud
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Retention Rate

91%

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Retention Rate

97%

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Retention Rate

95%

Retention Rate

97%

Retention Rate

78%

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78%

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Always Current

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2020.1

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Release 2024.1

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Always Current

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Always Current

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2025 R2

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Always Current

Version

Cloud 2021

Version

Infor ERP Feature Pack 6

Version

IFS Cloud

Financing Options

Subscription

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Lease

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Lease, Subscription

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Lease, Subscription

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Financing Options

Lease

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Finance, Subscription

User Range

10 — +

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20 — Unlimited

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5 — unlimited

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1 — Unlimited

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5 — 500

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10 — unlimited

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5 — Unlimited

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5 — Unlimited

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15 — Unlimited

User Range

20 — 2,500

User Range

100 — and up

Minimum Fee to Implement

$35,000

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$350,000

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$20,000

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$0

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$50,000

Minimum Fee to Implement

$10,000

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$20,000

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$75,000

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Awards

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2

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4

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11

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Installs

2000+

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5000+

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-

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-

Installs

3000+

Installs

37,000+

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250+

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4500+

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10000+

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1200+

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10,000+

Installs

2800+

Installs

3,300+

Architecture

SOA, .NET, Native Cloud

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Hosted Cloud, SaaS

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Hosted Cloud

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.NET

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SaaS

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.NET, SaaS, Native Cloud

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SOA, .NET

Architecture

SOA, Native Cloud

Architecture

SOA, Multi-tenant

Architecture

SOA

System Summary

RealSTEEL ERP, built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, is designed for steel and metals industries. It automates specialized business processes and provides a unified view of operations. The cloud-based system supports inventory, financial management, sales, and project management, with easy customization and integration across Microsoft platforms.

System Summary

Crowe delivers integrated tools for material traceability, margin analysis, material optimization (coil, plate, panel, and long product nesting), and production and quality capabilities to manage the entire product lifecycle from purchasing to shipment. 

System Summary

EOXS ERP is a cloud-based solution tailored for steel and metals industries. It integrates with software like Sage, Quickbooks, and Salesforce, aiming to reduce operating costs and improve efficiency. EOXS offers a subscription model, providing a budget-friendly option with digital storefront creation capabilities.

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Global Shop Solutions provides ERP software for manufacturers, covering inventory, CRM, and shop management. Based in Texas and operating since 1976, this family-owned firm offers solutions both in the cloud and on-premise, serving manufacturers in 25+ countries with a reputation for reliability and outstanding service.

System Summary

NetSuite ERP is a leading cloud-based solution for managing back-office operations and financial processes. It serves over 24,000 global customers and offers robust financial management, inventory, supply chain, and real-time analytics. This platform prioritizes innovation, growth, and swift decision-making through unified business insights.

System Summary

This affordable ERP offers world-class manufacturing management at an amazing price tag (just $40 per user per month when licensed as a SaaS). Some highlights of the cloud-based Cetec ERP are CRM and sales management, manufacturing quoting, inventory management, mobile warehousing, quality assurance and more.

System Summary

Epicor Kinetic, formerly Epicor ERP, is tailored for various manufacturing needs. It offers both cloud and on-premises options and excels in real-time monitoring, quality management, and global financial integration. Its user-friendly design ensures intuitive navigation and robust global support, fostering business growth and efficiency.

System Summary

Acumatica Cloud ERP is a versatile system tailored for growing businesses. It integrates accounting, sales, and customer management with industry-specific add-ons and advanced technologies like AI and IoT. With a user-friendly interface and global adaptability, Acumatica stands as a premier, affordable ERP solution.

System Summary

DELMIAWorks (Previously IQMS) Manufacturing ERP stands out as a holistic ERP and MES solution tailored specifically for the manufacturing industry, addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by manufacturers globally. Notably, its single-source development ensures that the system is less complex and more cost-effective than multi-solution alternatives.

System Summary

SAP S/4HANA Cloud is an ERP system for manufacturers with AI, machine learning, and analytics. It provides real-time insights into manufacturing processes, facilitates quick adjustments to demand changes, and enables better decision-making. The system supports seamless integration with other SAP solutions and is extendible for enterprise-wide processes.

System Summary

Infor LN, once Baan, is a tailored ERP for manufacturers. Streamlining processes from production to planning, it's versatile for on-premises or cloud. It is Specialized in industries like aerospace and boasts quality control, Smart Manufacturing, and analytics.

System Summary

IFS Cloud (previously IFS 10.0) is a versatile enterprise software combining ERP, EAM, and ESM functionalities. Started in 1983, its latest version boasts an intuitive user interface built on a component-based, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), emphasizing adaptability across core processes like Manufacturing and Supply Chain.

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • No Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • No Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Unique Features

  • Built specifically for steel and metals processing with an intrinsic focus on inventory management.
  • Built as an extension/enhancement over Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / Dynamics NAV with added industry logic for metals.

Unique Features

  • Designed specifically for the metals industry (sheet, coil, plate, long product, pipe & tube, etc.), with modules tailored for metal manufacturing and distribution.
  • Built as an industry accelerator on top of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
  • Material traceability for metals: tracks batches/coils/plates, lot tracking, and material origin.
  • Enhanced costing functionality specific to metals: handles the costing nuances of coil nesting, plate nesting, and long product material usage.

 

Unique Features

  • Specifically tailored for the steel and metals industries (steel service centers, metal processors, fabricators).
  • Real-time inventory tracking and optimization, including modules for coil and sheet inventory management and slitting/cutting operations.
  • Sales & order management with functionality specialized for metals: pricing, customer-specific attributes, metal-specific purchasing, and sales workflows.

Unique Features

  • Built exclusively for the metal service center/metal distribution/metal processing industries.
  • Includes metal-specific business flows such as stock picks, processed orders, contracts, buyouts, direct ship, outside processing, and toll processing.
  • Product attribute–based inventory (inventory defined by metal attributes rather than generic part numbers) to reflect real metal business logic.
  • Configurable system: over 300 configuration options to enable or disable features as needed.

Unique Features

  • Best suited for small to mid-sized manufacturers (discrete, mixed-mode, ETO, make-to-order) that require a unified ERP.
  • Ideal for companies that need deep integration between production, quality, inventory, and financials, without needing numerous bolt-ons.

Unique Features

  • Cloud-based ERP solution for back-office operations and financial processes
  • Unified business insights to support swift decision-making
  • Designed to support innovation and business growth
  • Trusted by over 24,000 global customers

Unique Features

  • Delivers “tier 1” enterprise-level feature breadth at significantly lower cost than traditional systems
  • Built on a long history, combined with fully modernized cloud/SaaS technology
  • Direct, friendly, and transparent approach
  • Owns the technology (no reliance on “bolt-ons”)
  • Offers software directly with no markup (not through third-party VARs)
  • Provides close, attentive in-house support

Unique Features

  • Mid-Market Cloud ERP made with Manufacturers for Manufacturers
  • Flexible designs surfaces with no/low code configurations
  • Simple, intuitive browser-based user interface
  • Automation Studio
  • Self Service Analytics
  • Enterprise Search
  • Deployment choice- cloud or premise

Unique Features

  • Unique consumption-based licensing provides flexibility and facilitates collaboration.
  • Acumatica is the only ERP vendor offering free online training via Acumatica Open University.
  • Acumatica's formal Customer Bill-Of-Rights, a unique commitment in the software industry, ensures fair and ethical treatment of customers and trading partners.

Unique Features

  • ERP purpose-built for manufacturing, especially discrete and repetitive manufacturing industries.
  • Strong shop floor and production monitoring with real-time data collection from machines.
  • Robust MES (Manufacturing Execution System) integration — one of the strongest in its class.
  • Advanced quality management system (QMS) with built-in compliance and traceability tools.
  • Strong support for plastics, automotive, medical devices, and other regulated industries.
  • Unified platform (ERP + MES + QMS) without the need for multiple third-party add-ons.

Unique Features

  • Next-generation ERP system built on the SAP HANA in-memory database
  • Integrated suite covering finance, supply chain, manufacturing, sales, procurement, and more
  • Advanced AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics embedded in processes
  • Strong industry-specific capabilities across sectors (manufacturing, retail, utilities, healthcare, etc.)
  • Flexible deployment options: cloud, on-premise, or hybrid
  • Scalable to support global enterprises 

Unique Features

  • Unique built-in process modeling tool for quick implementations and user setup.
  • Designed for complex, global manufacturers in industries such as aerospace and defense, automotive, high-tech, and industrial equipment
  • Strong project-based manufacturing support, including engineer-to-order (ETO) and configure-to-order (CTO) capabilities
  • Advanced supply chain management with global planning, logistics, and procurement integration

Unique Features

  • Unified platform combining ERP, EAM (Enterprise Asset Management), and FSM (Field Service Management) in one solution.
  • Strong focus on asset-intensive industries (aerospace & defense, energy, utilities, construction, manufacturing, service-based organizations).
  • Advanced project management and service management capabilities are built directly into the ERP.
  • Deep functionality for manufacturing and supply chain operations, including complex, multi-mode production.
  • Lifecycle asset management tools that track equipment from design through decommissioning.
  • Embedded AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics for forecasting and maintenance optimization.
  • Modular and composable architecture. 

Limitations

  • Not suitable for non-metal manufacturers (plastics, electronics, or discrete), where metal-specific logic is less useful.

Limitations

  • CMA requires D365 Finance and Operations to run; CMA is not a stand-alone platform.

Limitations

  • Not built for very small companies with minimal complexity

Limitations

  • Not well-suited for companies outside of metal, steel, or metal processing.

Limitations

  • Primarily focuses on the needs of discrete manufacturers, which may differ from the needs of process manufacturers.

Limitations

  • Not suitable for companies with over $100 million revenue
  • No on-premise deployment available

Limitations

  • Not ideal for service-based or retail businesses.
  • No “HR” or “Payroll” inside the platform; requires integrating to a third-party payroll system.

Limitations

  • Not suitable for companies under $10 million in revenue.

Limitations

  • Acumatica is devoted to the midmarket. It is not a great fit for large enterprises in need of fully global support.

 

Limitations

  • DELMIAworks IQMS is not a fit for non-manufacturing environment businesses.

Limitations

  • The system is enterprise-level and is not suitable for small businesses or startups.

Limitations

  • Not suitable for process manufacturing companies with recipe and blending operations. 

Limitations

  • IFS Cloud is not suitable for smaller organizations with annual revenues under $200 million.
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