Dynamics 365 alternative · Apexloop vs Microsoft Dynamics 365
Dynamics 365 needs months.Apexloop works from tomorrow.
Dynamics 365 is a powerful Microsoft enterprise system. Implementation takes 3–12 months, costs hundreds of thousands to millions and requires a certified partner. Launch Apexloop yourself in a day – relational databases, automations, email and invoice printing without an IT department, without process analysis and without dependence on the Microsoft ecosystem.
- 1 day
- from registration to production
- €0
- for implementation
- 0
- IT specialists needed
Dynamics 365 alternative for companies that don't need enterprise ERP, but do need relational databases, automations and a clear platform – immediately, without specialists and without six months of implementation.
Dynamics 365 vs Apexloop: at a glance
Dynamics 365 is an enterprise platform for large corporations with an IT team. Apexloop is an alternative for small and medium businesses that want the same features – without months of implementation.
Detailed feature comparison
Feature comparison: Dynamics 365 vs Apexloop
| Funkce | Apexloop | Dynamics 365 |
|---|---|---|
| Getting started and implementation | ||
| Time from registration to production | 1 day | 3–12 months |
| Implementation partner required | ||
| Process analysis before start | ||
| Setup without IT knowledge | ||
| Training needed for regular use | Hours | Weeks to months |
| Databases and data types | ||
| Free relational databases | Fixed modules | |
| Number of column types | 20+ types | Fixed entity model |
| Polymorphic relations between arbitrary entities | Via customisation | |
| JavaScript formulas in columns | Power Fx / C# | |
| Change data model without a specialist | ||
| Automation | ||
| Node-based workflow without code | Power Automate (extra licence) | |
| Automation setup without IT | ||
| Trigger on incoming email | Via Power Automate | |
| HTTP webhooks (inbound and outbound) | Via Power Automate | |
| Automation power and scale | For SMB | Enterprise |
| ERP features | ||
| Finance and accounting (ERP) | ||
| Inventory and manufacturing | As a database | |
| HR and payroll | ||
| Supply chain management | ||
| Email and communication | ||
| Native email management | Via Outlook | |
| Email linked to any data | CRM entities | |
| Newsletter creation in the platform | Marketing module | |
| Chat on pages and records | Teams integration | |
| Print and documents | ||
| PDF templates from any database data | Word templates / SSRS | |
| Printable pages with QR codes | ||
| Public forms without login | Power Pages (extra licence) | |
| Pricing and operations | ||
| Implementation cost | €0 | Hundreds of thousands to millions |
| Annual maintenance | Included in plan | 15–20% of licence |
| Dependency on external specialist | ||
| Vendor lock-in | Microsoft ecosystem | |
4 reasons why SMBs choose Apexloop
Dynamics 365 is a great system – for companies that genuinely need it. For everyone else it's an overpayment, a slow start and every change costs extra money.
No implementation. At all.
Dynamics 365 needs an implementation partner, process analysis and months of preparation. Register for Apexloop, create your first database and start working – today.
Anyone can set it up, not just IT
A clear UI without hidden settings and enterprise terminology. Databases, relations, automations – all configured by clicking. No weeks of training in advance.
Every D365 change costs extra
Need a new field, a different view or an updated report? In Dynamics 365 you call a specialist, wait for availability and pay an hourly rate. In Apexloop you do it yourself in ten minutes.
Microsoft moves slowly – Apexloop acts instantly
Tickets, approvals, release cycles and partner dependency slow down every change. Apexloop changes data structures, automations and templates in real time without waiting for anyone.
No vendor lock-in
Dynamics 365 ties you to the Microsoft ecosystem. Apexloop is independent – export your data at any time, switching doesn't hurt.
From idea to a working platform in one day
No implementation partner. No process analysis. No waiting.
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Register – 2 minutes
No credit card, no commitment. Access to the platform immediately after registration.
- 2
Create your first database – 10 minutes
Choose column types, name them according to your needs. Clients, projects, contracts, orders – anything.
- 3
Link databases with relations – 15 minutes
A Select or Record column links records between databases. No SQL, no schema.
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Set up your first automation – 20 minutes
Trigger, condition, action. Node-based editor without code. Notifications, email, HTTP webhook.
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Launch with your team – immediately
Invite colleagues, configure column-level permissions. The whole team works in one platform.
Try the Dynamics 365 alternative for free
Relational databases, automations, email and invoice printing. Launch yourself in a day – without implementation, without specialists, without waiting.
- No credit card at registration
- Works from day one
- English support
Pricing comparison
Dynamics 365 vs Apexloop: real costs
The D365 licence is just the starting point. Implementation, specialists and annual maintenance multiply total costs several times over.
Dynamics 365
Licence + implementation + operations
Apexloop
Everything in one plan, live in a day
Frequently asked questions: Apexloop vs Dynamics 365
The most common questions from companies considering Dynamics 365 and looking for a faster, more accessible alternative.
Is Apexloop a good alternative to Dynamics 365?
For small and medium businesses, yes. Dynamics 365 is an enterprise platform with 3–12 month implementation and the need for expensive specialists. Launch Apexloop yourself in a day – relational databases, automations and email without an IT department and without six months of process analysis.
How long does Dynamics 365 implementation take?
Typically 3–12 months. Requires a certified implementation partner and process analysis. The licence itself is only a fraction of total costs – implementation, training and modifications are the biggest budget item.
How much does Dynamics 365 cost compared to Apexloop?
Business Central licences start from €210/user/month. Add implementation in the hundreds of thousands, annual maintenance of 15–20% of the licence and specialist hourly rates. Apexloop offers databases, automations, email and printing in one plan – implementation at €0.
For whom is Apexloop more suitable than Dynamics 365?
For SMBs that need relational databases, automations and email immediately – without months of implementation and without dependence on the Microsoft ecosystem. Dynamics 365 makes sense for large corporations with complex ERP needs and their own IT team.
Does Apexloop work without an IT department?
Yes. Apexloop can be configured by a regular user without programming. Databases, relations, formulas and automations are all created in an intuitive UI without code. Dynamics 365 requires certified specialists for configuration and routine changes.
Does Apexloop have automations like Dynamics 365?
Apexloop has node-based automations with triggers, conditions, iterators and HTTP webhooks – configure yourself without code and without an extra licence. Dynamics 365 offers Power Automate, which is more powerful for enterprise scenarios, but requires technical knowledge and a separate licence.