ERP · head to head
Dynamics AX vs Striven
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Dynamics AX dynamics 365 Finance is 210 USD per user per month paid yearly, and Finance Premium is 300 USD per user per month paid yearly; Striven occasional performance issues with slow load times in some modules
- They diverge on capability: Dynamics AX covers Financial management, Striven covers CRM.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Dynamics AX and Striven actually diverge.
| Attribute | Dynamics AX | Striven |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $210/month | $35/month |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Platforms | Cloud, Web, Mobile | Web, Mobile, API |
| Founded | 1975 | 2008 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), 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 Dynamics AX
- Financial management
- Supply chain
- Manufacturing
- Project accounting
- Human resources
- Power BI
- Power Apps
- Office 365
Only in Striven
- CRM
- Project management
- Accounting
- HR management
- Inventory
- QuickBooks
- Outlook
- Google Workspace
Both cover
- Cloud support
- Web support
- Mobile support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Dynamics AX
- Core financial management and accounting for large enterprisesnot Striven
- Consolidating multi entity and multi currency finance operationsnot Striven
- Manufacturing and supply chain operations on the Dynamics 365 platformnot Striven
Striven
- Software consolidationnot Dynamics AX
- Business operationsnot Dynamics AX
- Project-based businessesnot Dynamics AX
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Dynamics AX
- Dynamics 365 Finance is 210 USD per user per month paid yearly, and Finance Premium is 300 USD per user per month paid yearly
- Higher capacity and storage entitlements are reserved for the Premium tier
- Copilot Credits for agent features are bought separately, either pre purchased with up to 20 percent off for committed units or paid as consumed
- Agent features require a separate Azure subscription
Striven
- Occasional performance issues with slow load times in some modules
- Dated UI in places with clunky mobile app experience
- Very limited customization options compared to enterprise ERP solutions
- No Zapier or third-party app marketplace integration
Pricing, plan by plan
Dynamics AX
$210/month- Finance$210/month
- General ledger
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Operations$210/month
- Supply chain
- Manufacturing
- Inventory
Striven
$35/month- Standard$35/month
- Accounting
- CRM and sales
- Project management
- Enterprise$70/month
- All Standard features
- Advanced customization
- Priority support
Which should you pick?
Choose Dynamics AX if
- You need financial management.
- You work on Cloud, Web, Mobile.
- You also want supply chain.
Choose Striven if
- You need crm.
- You work on Web, Mobile, API.
- You also want project management.
Questions people ask
- Is Dynamics AX or Striven better?
- Neither clearly leads. Dynamics AX starts at $210/month and Striven at $35/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Dynamics AX or Striven?
- Dynamics AX starts at $210/month and Striven at $35/month.
- Does Dynamics AX or Striven run on more platforms?
- Dynamics AX runs on Cloud, Web, Mobile. Striven runs on Web, Mobile, API.
- What is Dynamics AX best used for?
- Dynamics AX is most often used for core financial management and accounting for large enterprises, consolidating multi entity and multi currency finance operations, manufacturing and supply chain operations on the dynamics 365 platform. Of those, core financial management and accounting for large enterprises and consolidating multi entity and multi currency finance operations are not what Striven is typically brought in for.
- What can Dynamics AX do that Striven cannot?
- Dynamics AX covers Financial management, Supply chain, Manufacturing, Project accounting. Striven covers CRM, Project management, Accounting, HR management. Both handle Cloud support, Web support, Mobile support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Dynamics AX: Where can I find Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations pricing?
Microsoft directs visitors to a dedicated pricing overview page and encourages starting a free trial. Specific pricing tiers and costs are not displayed on the main product landing page.
SourceStriven: What is Striven's pricing model?
Striven uses user-based pricing: Standard plan at $35/user/month and Enterprise plan at $70/user/month. For accounts with fewer than 5 users, an additional $25 per user applies.
SourceDynamics AX: Does Microsoft Dynamics 365 offer a free trial?
Yes. Microsoft emphasizes the availability of a free trial option throughout the Dynamics 365 landing page, though specific trial duration is not specified.
SourceStriven: Does Striven offer a free trial or free tier?
Yes, Striven offers a 7-day free test drive with no credit card required. However, there is no permanent free version or free tier for production use.
SourceDynamics AX: What Dynamics 365 applications are included in the Finance & Operations suite?
The platform includes Sales, Customer Service, Finance, Supply Chain Management, and Business Central applications, each with their own pricing structures.
SourceStriven: What modules does Striven include?
Striven includes accounting, CRM and sales management, project management, task management, inventory, HR, OKRs, and workflow automation across all plans.
SourceStriven: Does Striven offer optional add-ons like customer portals?
Yes, Striven offers optional monthly portal plans: free tier for up to 100 customers/vendors/applications per month, $99/month for 500, and $499/month for unlimited access.
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