6 reviews
ERP choices have long consequences. We focus on implementation reality, partner support, reporting, integrations, data ownership and how well each system can grow with a more complex operation.
Current selection
Scores reflect the needs of the category and are never influenced by commercial relationships.
ERP
A broad modular business platform that can deliver excellent value when scope, implementation and customisation are kept under control.
Freethen about R116 per user, per month
One App Free for unlimited users; Standard billed yearly
Odoo charges US$7.25 per user; converted at R16.00 = US$1
ERP
A capable business management platform for organisations already comfortable with Microsoft, provided implementation scope is treated seriously.
FromR1 280per user, per month
Essentials, billed yearly, excl. VAT
Microsoft charges US$80 per user; converted at R16.00 = US$1
ERP
The mid market step between Pastel and a full ERP, widely implemented in South Africa and usually shaped around your business by a local partner.
On requestquoted by a Sage business partner
Licence, modules and implementation quoted together
ERP
A South African founded ERP built for manufacturers and distributors, unusually deep on production and inventory for its bracket and supported locally at a senior level.
On requestscoped per implementation
Licence plus implementation, quoted after a scoping exercise
ERP
SAP for smaller companies, delivered entirely through partners, strong when a group already runs SAP or when international reporting expectations apply.
On requestquoted by an SAP partner
Licence plus annual maintenance and partner implementation
ERP
The enterprise ERP at the top of the Sage range, built for manufacturers and distributors and quoted per implementation.
On requestquoted by a Sage business partner
Licence, modules and implementation quoted together; no public rate card
How we assess this category
Core work should be clear and dependable.
Pricing should remain understandable as the team grows.
Support and local context should match the risk of the work.
