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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Salesforce Service Cloud based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two CRM Customer Engagement Centers solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Salesforce Service Cloud Report (Updated: May 2024).
770,141 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use.
Here are some excerpts of what they said:
Pros
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is its ease of use.""Integration with other Microsoft tools is a good feature of Microsoft Dynamics CRM.""It ensures that there's continuity, and you don't have to start asking the customer about what happened. From CRM, you can easily see all the interactions and events in the record and take it from there.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM brings the most value in terms of its ease of implementation.""The initial setup is pretty straightforward.""This is a scalable solution.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM is a stable solution.""The solution is stable."

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"It's a cloud tool, so it is easy to set up.""The strength lies in its ability to work cohesively with other systems, creating a centralized hub that enhances efficiency and collaboration across various functionalities within our organization.""The plug-ins that work with other standard systems have made the product industry-ready.""The complexity of the solution is very less.""The solution is a great product. It's hosted on a platform that offers various features, such as email, social media, phone calls, and chatbots. You can connect with customers through any of these channels.""It is a stable product.""The most valuable feature of the solution is the traceability of actions.""The interface is quite user-friendly."

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Cons
"Overall, the solution could be made to be more user friendly.""It lacks to provide a more detailed profile of the customer, which would have been better and more useful.""When it comes to any necessary changes or updates, we have issues. It is not very agnostic in terms of working with other platforms. A lot of data transformation had to be done internally in order to send it to various systems.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM's customer support could be improved as tickets usually take a long time to resolve.""My company's biggest challenge with Microsoft Dynamics CRM is wanting to market solely to leads without having to create a contact and link the contact to the lead. From a marketing standpoint, there's room for improvement in the lead process of Microsoft Dynamics CRM.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM is not that customizable, you can customize it, but a lot of it is still pre-built in a way that you have a lot of details in there that you don't need.""Microsoft Dynamics CRM could improve by making the ports and dashboards more intuitive using Microsoft Azure analytical features. Compared to Salesforce and other partners, the dashboards in Microsoft Dynamics CRM are less intuitive.""This CRM system needs to be more configurable. Its performance still needs improvement, because its screens hang while querying data. It's also not highly scalable, so scalability also needs improvement."

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"We've started using a couple of AI engines. I believe there's room for improvement there. For instance, when an agent receives a message like "My order is stuck midway, and the delivery guy isn't responding," there should be a pre-populated recommended response on the agent's screen. Instead of crafting a custom reply or searching through knowledge articles to find the delivery guy's contact, this should be the process.""The integrations with other solutions can be improved.""There is room for improvement in pricing.""The solution’s user interface could be improved and enhanced.""The solution’s user interface could be improved.""The documentation could be improved.""The main concern for me revolves around the speed of certain integrations.""One minor drawback is that its implementation requires some preparation. It's not something you can implement instantly; it takes time. The only issue I've encountered is that you need to ensure the implementation is done properly, which can be time-consuming. So, it requires some time and attention."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "We have to buy a separate license in order to implement the social listening feature."
  • "It's kind of pricey. It's about $50 or $60 per user."
  • "I am not the person who pays for Microsoft Dynamics CRM but it is expensive. I have been using Microsoft Azure, which Microsoft Dynamics CRM is built on, and I know we prepaid for the services. For me as a consumer, I do not think I can afford it, mainly because I am only learning how to use the AI and the rate which they charge is high. In general, Microsoft solutions are expensive and this is most likely due to the brand, this is something you expect. However, the price might be high but you receive a highly secure solution."
  • "There is a license required to use Microsoft Dynamics CRM."
  • "The price of the solution is good but could be cheaper."
  • "We have a three-year ELA with all our Microsoft solutions and often we had to do a true-up which was approximately $1,000,000. Additionally, we pay approximately $2,500 a month for support."
  • "Pricing for this software could be cheaper."
  • "The solution is open source and is free. However, it does require a Dynamics 365 subscription."
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  • "I believe that in our country, Colombia, we utilize this platform for the Latin American region. In terms of expenses, it's somewhat higher compared to other products. I would rate it as expensive and nine out of ten."
  • "Salesforce is not a cheap product. It can be expensive."
  • "The price is too expensive."
  • "We pay a yearly licensing fee for Salesforce Service Cloud, which is expensive."
  • "The tool is pretty expensive."
  • "The product is expensive. There is a need to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the product."
  • "The licensing is flexible. Companies pay for what they use. However, a company with very small needs might find it difficult to justify the cost. Overall, it's in the medium price range."
  • "The solution is priced at 50 dollars a month per user."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable features of Microsoft Dynamics CRM are all the filters and possible reports.
    Top Answer:The solution should improve the user experience in the process of creating and activating offers. Sometimes, the process is a little bit slow because it has too many details. It also depends on how… more »
    Top Answer:We use Microsoft Dynamics CRM to control sales advancements in our company.
    Top Answer:I would rate the pricing a five out of ten. The licensing is flexible. Companies pay for what they use. However, a company with very small needs might find it difficult to justify the cost. Overall… more »
    Top Answer:There are a few areas of improvement. * One area for improvement could be in the speed and accuracy of analytics, particularly around resolving cases. There's room to enhance SLA (Service Level… more »
    Top Answer:I'm a system integrator implementing the product for other companies. Typical use cases involve improving interactions with customers in service environments. This could be either a call center setup… more »
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    Average Words per Review
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    8.3
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    Also Known As
    Dynamics CRM, MS Dynamics CRM
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    Overview

    Microsoft Dynamics CRM is a comprehensive customer relationship management solution that helps businesses streamline their sales, marketing, and customer service processes. With its user-friendly interface and powerful features, it enables organizations to effectively manage their customer interactions and drive business growth.

    One of the key features of Microsoft Dynamics CRM is its sales automation capabilities. It allows sales teams to track leads, manage opportunities, and close deals more efficiently. The solution provides a centralized platform for managing customer information, enabling sales representatives to access real-time data and make informed decisions. It also offers tools for forecasting, pipeline management, and sales analytics, helping businesses optimize their sales processes and drive revenue growth.

    In addition to sales automation, Microsoft Dynamics CRM offers robust marketing automation features. It enables marketers to create and execute targeted marketing campaigns, track campaign performance, and generate actionable insights. The solution provides tools for lead management, email marketing, social media integration, and customer segmentation, allowing businesses to engage with their customers effectively and drive marketing ROI.

    Furthermore, Microsoft Dynamics CRM helps organizations deliver exceptional customer service. It provides a unified view of customer interactions, enabling customer service representatives to deliver personalized and timely support. The solution offers case management, a knowledge base, and self-service portal capabilities, empowering customers to find answers to their queries and resolve issues on their own. It also provides tools for service analytics and reporting, helping businesses identify areas for improvement and enhance customer satisfaction.

    Service Cloud is fully customizable support and help desk that provide faster, smarter service that will increase loyalty, retention, and satisfaction. From call-center software to self-service portals, our service solutions enhance your customer service with more responsive, more intuitive, more flexible support that anticipates customer needs.

    Sample Customers
    Metro Bank, Nissan, Pandora, Delta, Haynes International, City of London, Trek and many more market leaders.
    Stanley Black & Decker, Coca-Cola, Activision, Wells Fargo, Spotify, Aldo, Philips, The Red Cross, Blue Shield of California, Sprouts Farmers Market, Direct Energy Solar, Inspirato, Kiva
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company29%
    Financial Services Firm19%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Government11%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company29%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Marketing Services Firm10%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Educational Organization15%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business52%
    Midsize Enterprise28%
    Large Enterprise20%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise57%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise27%
    Large Enterprise43%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise25%
    Large Enterprise56%
    Buyer's Guide
    Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Salesforce Service Cloud
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Salesforce Service Cloud and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Microsoft Dynamics CRM is ranked 1st in CRM Customer Engagement Centers with 68 reviews while Salesforce Service Cloud is ranked 2nd in CRM Customer Engagement Centers with 42 reviews. Microsoft Dynamics CRM is rated 7.6, while Salesforce Service Cloud is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of Microsoft Dynamics CRM writes "Intuitive APIs, customizable design, but dashboards could improve". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Salesforce Service Cloud writes "High scalability with good plugins and excellent customer visibility". Microsoft Dynamics CRM is most compared with Salesforce Sales Cloud, SAP CRM, ServiceNow, Siebel CRM and Freshdesk, whereas Salesforce Service Cloud is most compared with ServiceNow, JIRA Service Management, Vlocity, BSI and Oracle Fusion Service. See our Microsoft Dynamics CRM vs. Salesforce Service Cloud report.

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