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Dynamics AX vs TOTVS

Dynamics AX logo

Dynamics AX

ERP

Comprehensive ERP for enterprise operations

From
$210/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TOTVS logo

TOTVS

ERP

Brazilian cloud ERP for business management

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

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; TOTVS strongest in Brazil/Latin America; limited global brand recognition outside region
  • They diverge on capability: Dynamics AX covers Project accounting, TOTVS covers CRM.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Dynamics AX and TOTVS actually diverge.

Attributes where Dynamics AX and TOTVS differ
AttributeDynamics AXTOTVS
Starting price$210/monthOn request
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsCloud, Web, MobileCloud (SaaS)
Founded19751983

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

  • Project accounting
  • Human resources
  • Power BI
  • Power Apps
  • Office 365
  • Azure
  • Azure security
  • Compliance tools

Only in TOTVS

  • CRM
  • Compliance
  • Brazilian tax systems
  • REST APIs
  • Third-party systems
  • Cloud platforms
  • Access controls
  • Local compliance

Both cover

  • Financial management
  • Supply chain
  • Manufacturing
  • Data encryption
  • Audit logging
  • 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 TOTVS
  • Consolidating multi entity and multi currency finance operationsnot TOTVS
  • Manufacturing and supply chain operations on the Dynamics 365 platformnot TOTVS

TOTVS

  • Brazilian business managementnot Dynamics AX
  • Tax compliancenot Dynamics AX
  • Multi-module integrationnot Dynamics AX
  • Regional supportnot 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

TOTVS

  • Strongest in Brazil/Latin America; limited global brand recognition outside region
  • Complex implementation required for enterprise deployments
  • Smaller feature set compared to global players like Oracle or SAP in some areas
  • Language and localization primarily focused on Portuguese and Spanish

Pricing, plan by plan

Dynamics AX

$210/month
  • Finance$210/month
    • General ledger
    • Accounts payable
    • Accounts receivable
  • Operations$210/month
    • Supply chain
    • Manufacturing
    • Inventory

TOTVS

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the TOTVS review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Dynamics AX if

  • You need project accounting.
  • You work on Cloud, Web, Mobile.
  • You also want human resources.
Dynamics AX review

Choose TOTVS if

  • You need crm.
  • You work on Cloud (SaaS).
  • You also want compliance.
TOTVS review

Questions people ask

Is Dynamics AX or TOTVS better?
Neither clearly leads. Dynamics AX starts at $210/month and TOTVS at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Dynamics AX or TOTVS?
Dynamics AX starts at $210/month and TOTVS at On request.
Does Dynamics AX or TOTVS run on more platforms?
Dynamics AX runs on Cloud, Web, Mobile. TOTVS runs on Cloud (SaaS).
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 TOTVS is typically brought in for.
What can Dynamics AX do that TOTVS cannot?
Dynamics AX covers Project accounting, Human resources, Power BI, Power Apps. TOTVS covers CRM, Compliance, Brazilian tax systems, REST APIs. Both handle Financial management, Supply chain, Manufacturing, Data encryption.

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.

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TOTVS: What markets does TOTVS operate in?

TOTVS operates in 41 countries with dominant presence in Brazil (over 50% market share) and ranks among the top 3 ERP providers in Latin America.

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Dynamics 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.

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TOTVS: When was TOTVS founded?

TOTVS (originally Microsiga) was founded in 1983 by Laércio Cosentino and Ernesto Haberkorn. The company changed its name to TOTVS in 2005.

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Dynamics 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.

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TOTVS: Is TOTVS publicly traded?

Yes. TOTVS is publicly traded as a Brazilian company, providing financial transparency and corporate governance oversight.

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TOTVS: What ERP solutions does TOTVS offer?

TOTVS provides cloud-based ERP systems designed for small, medium, and large enterprises with integrated modules for finance, supply chain, manufacturing, sales, and human resources.

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TOTVS: Is TOTVS only for Brazilian companies?

No. TOTVS serves 41 countries globally, though it has strongest market penetration in Brazil and Latin America where it ranks as the largest emerging markets software firm.

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