Sage X3 vs SAP ERP
Sage X3
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SAP ERP
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| Figure | Sage X3 | SAP ERP |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $295/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 6 |
| Spec score · ERP Software | 8.1 (#38) | 8.9 (#4) |
| AI | Sage Copilot provides conversational interaction and real-time alerts, and can automate tasks such as invoice handling and data capture. | SAP ERP includes generative AI and AI agents to automate tasks, anticipate outcomes, and improve decision-making. |
| Deployment | Sage describes X3 as cloud-first and says it also supports private-cloud and on-premises deployment. | cloud |
| Finance module | Yes | Yes |
| Implementation | For eligible organisations with standard requirements, Sage says a predefined setup can go live in as little as 50 project days; actual implementation varies by business needs and complexity. | SAP says SAP Activate provides best practices, expert guidance, and a structured approach that can support going live with SAP S/4HANA in weeks. |
| Integrations | Sage lists add-ons including Avalara AvaTax, Sage Network, SPS Commerce, Sage Enterprise Intelligence, and Datalinx Warehouse Manager for Sage X3. | SAP says SAP Business Technology Platform and SAP Integration Suite connect SAP ERP with third-party landscapes using open connectivity and pre-built accelerators. |
| Inventory management | Yes | Yes |
| Manufacturing | It supports discrete, process, and mixed-mode manufacturing, with lot, batch, and recall controls. | Yes |
| Multi-entity support | Yes | Yes |
| Order management | Yes | Yes |
| Security | Sage says its products meet international certification, standards, and regulatory requirements, and directs customers to its Trust Center for details. | SAP lists network security, cloud security posture management, threat and vulnerability management, continuity and disaster recovery, data protection, logging and monitoring, incident response, and identity and access management for Cloud ERP. |
| Support | Sage’s X3 customer resources page offers support, training, an online help center, and access to a customer success team. | Trial users can request assistance by creating a support case in SAP’s self-service portal. |
Plans
SAP ERP
- SAP Finance Base$295 a month
- SAP Supply Chain Base$295 a month
- SAP Finance Premium$403 a month
- SAP Supply Chain Premium$403 a month
- SAP HCM Base packagePriced on request
- SAP HCM Premium packagePriced on request
In their own words
Sage X3
Sage X3 is an ERP for product-centric organisations, bringing finance, supply chain and manufacturing into one system. It supports discrete, process and mixed-mode manufacturing, with controls for lots, batches and recalls. Finance, inventory, supply chain and production management provide real-time insight across sites and teams. For international operations, X3 supports multiple countries, currencies and legislations, including financial consolidation across entities and locations. Sage Copilot adds conversational interaction and real-time alerts, and can automate tasks such as invoice handling and data capture. Low-code tools let organisations configure workflows, screens and business rules; APIs and integration services allow further extensions. Listed add-ons include Avalara AvaTax, Sage Network, SPS Commerce, Sage Enterprise Intelligence and Datalinx Warehouse Manager for Sage X3. Sage positions the product for growing, midsized businesses, particularly in manufacturing, distribution and other product-heavy operations. It is a paid cloud deployment, with pricing on request, and listed platforms include Android, iOS, web, Windows, API and self-hosted.
SAP ERP
SAP ERP is a cloud-based system for managing core organizational processes, including finance, HR, manufacturing, supply chain, sales, and procurement. It supports inventory, orders, and multiple entities, with finance-related insights and real-time visibility from integrated data and analytics. Embedded AI can automate tasks, anticipate outcomes, and guide decisions. SAP Finance Base covers accounting, reporting and compliance, cash and working capital management, and payments and bank connectivity. SAP Supply Chain Base covers product lifecycle, production, warehousing and shipping, and plant maintenance. SAP BTP and SAP Integration Suite connect it with third-party landscapes using open connectivity and pre-built accelerators. SAP positions SAP GROW for midsize and large companies, SAP Business One for small businesses, and RISE with SAP for existing on-premises customers. Pricing is available on request, though some finance and supply chain packages are listed at $295 a month per user. There is no free tier stated. A 30-day SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition trial uses a shared tenant and sample data, with limited features.