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Metasfresh vs SAP Analytics Cloud

Metasfresh logo

Metasfresh

ERP

Open-source ERP for mid-sized wholesale and manufacturing

From
€99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SAP Analytics Cloud logo

SAP Analytics Cloud

Inventory

Enterprise inventory analytics and planning

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Metasfresh cloud hosting is charged separately from user licences at EUR 299 per month on monthly billing or EUR 249 per month on annual billing; SAP Analytics Cloud high implementation costs and complexity for large enterprises
  • They diverge on capability: Metasfresh covers Supply chain, SAP Analytics Cloud covers Advanced analytics.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Metasfresh and SAP Analytics Cloud actually diverge.

Attributes where Metasfresh and SAP Analytics Cloud differ
AttributeMetasfreshSAP Analytics Cloud
Starting price€99/monthOn request
PlatformsSelf-hosted, Cloud, WebCloud
CategoryERPInventory
Founded20151972

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Metasfresh

  • Supply chain
  • Inventory
  • Manufacturing
  • Purchasing
  • Accounting
  • Wholesale management
  • Custom modules
  • EDI systems

Only in SAP Analytics Cloud

  • Advanced analytics
  • Demand planning
  • Inventory optimization
  • Predictive modeling
  • Supply chain visibility
  • Real-time reporting
  • Machine learning capabilities
  • SAP ecosystem

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Metasfresh

  • Open source ERP for procurement, sales, warehouse and accountingnot SAP Analytics Cloud
  • Hosting an ERP in a German data centre on a dedicated servernot SAP Analytics Cloud
  • Self hosting an ERP where the source code must be inspectablenot SAP Analytics Cloud

SAP Analytics Cloud

  • Demand forecastingnot Metasfresh
  • Inventory optimizationnot Metasfresh
  • Supply chain analyticsnot Metasfresh
  • Predictive planningnot Metasfresh

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Metasfresh

  • Cloud hosting is charged separately from user licences at EUR 299 per month on monthly billing or EUR 249 per month on annual billing
  • The EUR 79 per user per month annual rate requires minimum user quantities that depend on company size; monthly billing costs EUR 99 per user per month
  • The mandatory starter package covering setup, customisation, project management and training is priced individually on request
  • Standard support is email only during business hours; a 24/7 SLA is a separate contract on request
  • All published prices exclude VAT
  • Projects larger than the L size starter package require an individual quote

SAP Analytics Cloud

  • High implementation costs and complexity for large enterprises
  • Requires significant data governance and planning infrastructure

Pricing, plan by plan

Metasfresh

€99/month
  • Starter Package$null/custom
    • Initial system setup
    • Customization of windows and documents
    • Project management
  • User Fee$99/month
    • Monthly billing
    • Access to all developments
    • Support and integration
  • User Fee (annual)$79/month
    • Annual billing minimum
    • Access to all developments
    • Support and integration
  • Cloud Hosting$299/month
    • Monthly billing
    • Secure data transfer
    • Real-time backup

SAP Analytics Cloud

On request
  • Standard$5000/month
    • Core analytics
    • 20 users
    • Standard support
  • Premium$10000/month
    • Advanced planning
    • 30 users
    • Priority support
  • Enterprise$20000/month
    • Full suite
    • Unlimited users
    • Dedicated support

Which should you pick?

Choose Metasfresh if

  • You need supply chain.
  • You work on Self-hosted, Cloud, Web.
  • You also want inventory.
Metasfresh review

Choose SAP Analytics Cloud if

  • You need advanced analytics.
  • You work on Cloud.
  • You also want demand planning.
SAP Analytics Cloud review

Questions people ask

Is Metasfresh or SAP Analytics Cloud better?
Neither clearly leads. Metasfresh starts at €99/month and SAP Analytics Cloud at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Metasfresh or SAP Analytics Cloud?
Metasfresh starts at €99/month and SAP Analytics Cloud at On request.
Does Metasfresh or SAP Analytics Cloud run on more platforms?
Metasfresh runs on Self-hosted, Cloud, Web. SAP Analytics Cloud runs on Cloud.
What is Metasfresh best used for?
Metasfresh is most often used for open source erp for procurement, sales, warehouse and accounting, hosting an erp in a german data centre on a dedicated server, self hosting an erp where the source code must be inspectable. Of those, open source erp for procurement, sales, warehouse and accounting and hosting an erp in a german data centre on a dedicated server are not what SAP Analytics Cloud is typically brought in for.
What can Metasfresh do that SAP Analytics Cloud cannot?
Metasfresh covers Supply chain, Inventory, Manufacturing, Purchasing. SAP Analytics Cloud covers Advanced analytics, Demand planning, Inventory optimization, Predictive modeling. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Metasfresh: What is metasfresh's monthly user fee?

metasfresh charges per-user monthly fees starting at 99 euros per user with monthly billing or 79 euros per user with annual billing (minimum user quantity required based on company size). This includes access to all ERP developments, support, integration, and custom configuration.

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SAP Analytics Cloud: What are the main modules in SAP Analytics Cloud?

SAP Analytics Cloud combines business intelligence (BI), enterprise planning, and predictive analytics in one solution for unified financial, supply chain, and operational planning.

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Metasfresh: How much does metasfresh cloud hosting cost?

metasfresh Cloud Hosting costs 299 euros per month with monthly billing or 249 euros per month with annual billing. This includes secure data transfer, real-time backup, dedicated German server infrastructure, and comprehensive support.

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SAP Analytics Cloud: Does SAP Analytics Cloud support AI and machine learning?

Yes, SAP Analytics Cloud includes Joule, an AI assistant that helps automate forecasts at any planning level, uncover insights, and develop business plans.

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Metasfresh: Is there a one-time setup fee for metasfresh?

Yes, metasfresh includes a Starter Package with one-time costs for initial system setup, customization, project management, and multiplier training with online meeting room access. Exact pricing is available upon request based on company size and requirements.

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SAP Analytics Cloud: What data sources can I connect to SAP Analytics Cloud?

SAP Analytics Cloud supports native Snowflake connectivity, Azure SQL, and integration with SAP Datasphere for unified data management across multiple sources.

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SAP Analytics Cloud: What planning features does SAP Analytics Cloud offer?

SAP Analytics Cloud provides enterprise planning capabilities including budgeting, forecasting, and supply chain planning with real-time data and collaborative workflows.

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