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Oracle ERP Cloud vs QAD

Oracle ERP Cloud logo

Oracle ERP Cloud

ERP

Cloud-based enterprise resource planning with AI capabilities

From
$3500/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
QAD logo

QAD

ERP

Cloud and on-premise ERP for manufacturers

From
$2000/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Oracle ERP Cloud every UK G-Cloud listing for Oracle ERP Cloud is an implementation or consulting service from a partner such as PwC, Wipro or Goaco, with no supplier published per unit licence price on G-Cloud, AWS Marketplace or GSA; QAD no price, per user rate, minimum or contract term is published on the site; the only routes are a demo request and a Contact Sales link
  • They diverge on capability: Oracle ERP Cloud covers Supply chain management, QAD covers Manufacturing.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Oracle ERP Cloud and QAD actually diverge.

Attributes where Oracle ERP Cloud and QAD differ
AttributeOracle ERP CloudQAD
Starting price$3500/month$2000/month
PlatformsCloud, WebCloud, On-premise, Web
Founded19771979

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 Oracle ERP Cloud

  • Supply chain management
  • Procurement
  • Order management
  • Human resources
  • Oracle HCM Cloud
  • Oracle NetSuite
  • Role-based access control
  • Compliance automation

Only in QAD

  • Manufacturing
  • Supply chain
  • Inventory management
  • Quality management
  • EDI
  • IoT integration
  • Access controls
  • SOC 2 compliance

Both cover

  • Financial management
  • Third-party systems
  • REST APIs
  • Enterprise encryption
  • Audit logging
  • Cloud support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Oracle ERP Cloud

  • Financial consolidationnot QAD
  • Supply chain optimizationnot QAD
  • Procurement managementnot QAD
  • Real-time reportingnot QAD

QAD

  • ERP for manufacturers covering production execution and schedulingnot Oracle ERP Cloud
  • Supply chain planning, purchasing and inventory controlnot Oracle ERP Cloud
  • Quality management, traceability and supplier management for regulated manufacturingnot Oracle ERP Cloud
  • Field service and enterprise asset managementnot Oracle ERP Cloud

Where each one falls short

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

Oracle ERP Cloud

  • Every UK G-Cloud listing for Oracle ERP Cloud is an implementation or consulting service from a partner such as PwC, Wipro or Goaco, with no supplier published per unit licence price on G-Cloud, AWS Marketplace or GSA

QAD

  • No price, per user rate, minimum or contract term is published on the site; the only routes are a demo request and a Contact Sales link
  • Field service management, enterprise asset management and quality management are presented as separate functional areas rather than a single priced bundle

Pricing, plan by plan

Oracle ERP Cloud

$3500/month
  • Standard Edition$3500/month
    • Core ERP modules
    • Financial management
    • Supply chain management
  • Premium Edition$6500/month
    • Advanced analytics
    • AI capabilities
    • Priority support

QAD

$2000/month
  • Standard$2000/month
    • Financial management
    • Manufacturing
    • Supply chain
  • Premium$4000/month
    • Advanced modules
    • Analytics
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Oracle ERP Cloud if

  • You need supply chain management.
  • You work on Cloud, Web.
  • You also want procurement.
Oracle ERP Cloud review

Choose QAD if

  • You need manufacturing.
  • You work on Cloud, On-premise, Web.
  • You also want supply chain.
QAD review

Questions people ask

Is Oracle ERP Cloud or QAD better?
Neither clearly leads. Oracle ERP Cloud starts at $3500/month and QAD at $2000/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Oracle ERP Cloud or QAD?
Oracle ERP Cloud starts at $3500/month and QAD at $2000/month.
Does Oracle ERP Cloud or QAD run on more platforms?
Oracle ERP Cloud runs on Cloud, Web. QAD runs on Cloud, On-premise, Web.
What is Oracle ERP Cloud best used for?
Oracle ERP Cloud is most often used for financial consolidation, supply chain optimization, procurement management, real-time reporting. Of those, financial consolidation and supply chain optimization are not what QAD is typically brought in for.
What can Oracle ERP Cloud do that QAD cannot?
Oracle ERP Cloud covers Supply chain management, Procurement, Order management, Human resources. QAD covers Manufacturing, Supply chain, Inventory management, Quality management. Both handle Financial management, Third-party systems, REST APIs, Enterprise encryption.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Oracle ERP Cloud: Does Oracle ERP Cloud offer a free trial?

Oracle ERP Cloud provides trial environments and demos for prospects. Organizations should contact Oracle directly to request a trial or demo of the ERP Cloud platform.

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QAD: How can I get pricing information for QAD manufacturing software?

QAD does not publish standard pricing on their homepage. Pricing discussions occur during personalized consultations. Interested parties can request a demo, contact the sales team, or download brochures to discuss pricing based on specific organizational needs.

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Oracle ERP Cloud: How is Oracle ERP Cloud priced?

Oracle ERP Cloud uses subscription-based pricing with custom quotes based on deployment size and modules selected. Organizations must contact Oracle sales for pricing tailored to their specific needs.

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QAD: What deployment options does QAD offer?

QAD provides adaptive ERP solutions for various industries including Automotive, Food & Beverage, and Life Sciences. Their offerings include connected workforce solutions and supply chain management, with implementation and advisory services available.

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Oracle ERP Cloud: What modules are included in Oracle ERP Cloud?

Oracle ERP Cloud includes core modules for accounting, procurement, supply chain, project management, and manufacturing. Additional modules and applications can be added based on business requirements.

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QAD: Is there a trial available for QAD software without contacting sales?

The QAD homepage does not mention a free trial or self-serve trial option. The primary engagement path is through "Request a Demo" or "Contact Sales" buttons, suggesting trial access requires sales team interaction.

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