AFAS vs Acumatica
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Acumatica? Here's how AFAS compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: AFAS. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
Dutch all-in-one ERP, HR and payroll suite with automated financials and EU-hosted data.
Cloud ERP for mid-sized businesses with financial, distribution, and CRM modules.
Headquarters
🇳🇱 NL
🇺🇸 US · 2007
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Acumatica Cloud ERP.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022, ISO 9001, NEN 7510, ISAE 3402 Type II
ISO 27001, SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II, PCI DSS
Price from
No
No
Free plan
No
No
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Simple-Simon, Transportial
Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Shopify, HubSpot, QuickBooks +1
Where each one wins
AFAS
Strengths
- +Highly intuitive and professional user interface requiring minimal training
- +Streamlined order-to-invoice workflow with strong financial and inventory management
- +Reliable support, onboarding, and accessible help portal for implementation
- +Centralized environment with smooth data flow between modules
- +Modern architecture and cloud-based employee self-service features
- +Seamless migration experience with measurable efficiency gains
- +Broad API connectivity for third-party system integration
- +Comprehensive feature set meeting most operational needs
Limitations
- −Pricing perceived as high, particularly for smaller businesses
- −Limited CRM functionality with basic features falling short of user expectations
- −Slow performance for complex analyses and report generation
Acumatica
Strengths
- +Strong financial and distribution modules
- +Highly customizable workflows
- +Robust compliance and security certifications
- +Scalable for growing businesses
Limitations
- −Steep learning curve for new users
- −Complex setup and configuration
- −Limited built-in reporting tools
- −Higher cost for advanced features
Data residency & compliance
AFAS
Acumatica
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Acumatica Cloud ERP.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022, ISO 9001, NEN 7510, ISAE 3402 Type II
ISO 27001, SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II, PCI DSS
Features
AFAS
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
- Modular ERP system for SMEs in the Netherlands and Belgium, Financial management with integrated accounting solutions, Inventory and supply chain management, Reporting and analytics for business insights
- Service Management
- Service request tracking and management, Automated service workflows, Customer service portal integration, Incident and problem management
- Human Resources (HR)
- Recruiting and applicant tracking, Time and attendance management, Expense management for employees, Scheduling and workforce planning
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Contact and account management, Sales pipeline tracking, Customer interaction history, Automated marketing workflows
- Productivity and Collaboration
- Document management and sharing, Task and project tracking, Team collaboration tools, Integration with productivity suites
Acumatica
- Financial Management
- General ledger, Accounts payable and receivable, Multi-currency support, Tax management
- Distribution Management
- Inventory management, Order management, Procurement, Warehouse management
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Contact management, Opportunity tracking, Sales automation, Marketing automation
- System and Integration
- Role-based access control, Workflow automation, Customizable dashboards, API access
- Compliance and Security
- GDPR compliance, ISO 27001 certified, SOC 2 Type II certified, PCI DSS compliant