ERP · head to head
Apache OFBiz vs Infor
Apache OFBiz
ERP
Java ERP and e-commerce framework from the Apache Foundation, sold as a toolkit not a product
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The short version
- Only Apache OFBiz has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Apache OFBiz oFBiz has disclosed repeated critical vulnerabilities including pre-authentication remote code execution and authentication bypass chains, several exploited in the wild, so an internet-facing instance that is not patched promptly is a genuine breach risk rather than a theoretical one.; Infor no price, licensing minimum or contract term is published anywhere on the site; the only routes are a Let's Connect contact form, a demo request and a sales contact
- They diverge on capability: Apache OFBiz covers Entity engine, Infor covers Financial management.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Apache OFBiz and Infor actually diverge.
| Attribute | Apache OFBiz | Infor |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | $500/month |
| Pricing model | Open source, no licence fee | subscription |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Web, Linux, Windows, macOS, Self-hosted | Cloud, On-premise, Hybrid |
| Founded | Unknown | 2002 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (ERP).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Apache OFBiz
- Entity engine
- Service engine
- Accounting
- Order management
- E-commerce storefront
- Warehouse management
- Manufacturing and MRP
- Party model
Only in Infor
- Financial management
- Supply chain
- Manufacturing
- Human resources
- Customer management
- AI engine
- Analytics
- Mobile apps
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Apache OFBiz
- A systems integrator building a vertical industry product on a permissively licensed ERP core it can redistribute commerciallynot Infor
- An organisation with strong Java capability that needs an order and inventory data model it can extend rather than configurenot Infor
- A business that requires a permissive Apache 2.0 licence because GPL copyleft is unacceptable to its legal teamnot Infor
- A team replacing a bespoke in-house order management system that wants an entity model rather than a finished applicationnot Infor
Infor
- Cloud ERP for industrial manufacturing, distribution, food and beverage, automotive and fashionnot Apache OFBiz
- Supply chain and warehouse managementnot Apache OFBiz
- Human capital management and financial managementnot Apache OFBiz
- ESG and sustainability reportingnot Apache OFBiz
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Apache OFBiz
- OFBiz has disclosed repeated critical vulnerabilities including pre-authentication remote code execution and authentication bypass chains, several exploited in the wild, so an internet-facing instance that is not patched promptly is a genuine breach risk rather than a theoretical one.
- There is no vendor, no support contract and no hosted edition, so every deployment depends on either in-house Java skill or an integrator you find and vet yourself.
- The screens and default workflows look and behave like enterprise software from the 2000s, and user acceptance in a finance or warehouse team is frequently the reason projects stall.
- It is a framework rather than a configurable product, so meaningful deployments require Java, XML widget and entity engine development, which puts the real cost in developer months rather than licence fees.
- Localisation for tax, statutory reporting and payroll is largely absent, so any country-specific compliance requirement has to be built, and that build has to be maintained against upstream releases.
Infor
- No price, licensing minimum or contract term is published anywhere on the site; the only routes are a Let's Connect contact form, a demo request and a sales contact
- Software is packaged by industry rather than sold as a general product with published editions
Pricing, plan by plan
Apache OFBiz
Free- Self-hostedFree
- Apache License 2.0, permissive and commercially redistributable
- Accounting, order management, warehousing and manufacturing included
- E-commerce storefront included
Infor
$500/month- Mid-Market$500/month
- Core ERP
- Industry functionality
- Basic analytics
- Enterprise$2000/month
- Advanced ERP
- AI capabilities
- Advanced analytics
Which should you pick?
Choose Apache OFBiz if
- You need entity engine.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Linux, Windows, macOS, Self-hosted.
- You also want service engine.
Choose Infor if
- You need financial management.
- You work on Cloud, On-premise, Hybrid.
- You also want supply chain.
Questions people ask
- Is Apache OFBiz or Infor better?
- Neither clearly leads. Apache OFBiz starts at Free and Infor at $500/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Apache OFBiz or Infor?
- Apache OFBiz has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Apache OFBiz and $500/month for Infor.
- Does Apache OFBiz or Infor run on more platforms?
- Apache OFBiz runs on Web, Linux, Windows, macOS, Self-hosted. Infor runs on Cloud, On-premise, Hybrid.
- Can I use Apache OFBiz for free?
- Yes. Apache OFBiz has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Infor starts at $500/month.
- What is Apache OFBiz best used for?
- Apache OFBiz is most often used for a systems integrator building a vertical industry product on a permissively licensed erp core it can redistribute commercially, an organisation with strong java capability that needs an order and inventory data model it can extend rather than configure, a business that requires a permissive apache 2.0 licence because gpl copyleft is unacceptable to its legal team, a team replacing a bespoke in-house order management system that wants an entity model rather than a finished application. Of those, a systems integrator building a vertical industry product on a permissively licensed erp core it can redistribute commercially and an organisation with strong java capability that needs an order and inventory data model it can extend rather than configure are not what Infor is typically brought in for.
- What can Apache OFBiz do that Infor cannot?
- Apache OFBiz covers Entity engine, Service engine, Accounting, Order management. Infor covers Financial management, Supply chain, Manufacturing, Human resources.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Apache OFBiz: Is Apache OFBiz safe to run on the public internet?
Only with disciplined patching. It has shipped fixes for pre-authentication remote code execution and authentication bypass flaws, with CVEs continuing into 2026, and some have been exploited in the wild.
Infor: Where can I find published pricing for Infor cloud software?
Infor does not publish standard pricing on its website. The company directs customers to contact their sales team directly through 'Let's Connect' forms and 'Contact Us' links for custom quotes.
SourceApache OFBiz: What does it cost?
Nothing to licence. It is Apache 2.0. The cost is Java development, hosting and ongoing security maintenance.
Infor: Does Infor offer product demos before purchasing?
Yes. Infor's website includes calls-to-action to explore solutions, view demos, and connect with the sales team to discuss your needs.
SourceApache OFBiz: Can I use it as a finished ERP?
Not realistically. It is a framework with reference applications, and most production deployments are custom builds on top of it.
Infor: What types of products does Infor sell?
Infor specializes in cloud enterprise software solutions including industry-specific CloudSuites, AI agents, and integrated business applications for various industries.
SourceApache OFBiz: Why choose it over a GPL ERP?
The Apache 2.0 licence is permissive, so an integrator can build and sell a derived commercial product without copyleft obligations.
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