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Epicor vs TOTVS: Complete Comparison 2026

An in-depth comparison of features, pricing, and user experience to help you make the right choice.

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Epicor

7.9(1,500 reviews)

Manufacturing-focused ERP for discrete and mixed-mode manufacturers with deep shop floor capabilities.

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TOTVS

7.2(800 reviews)

Latin America's largest ERP vendor with deep industry-specific modules for manufacturing, retail, agribusiness, and services.

Quick Comparison

AspectEpicorTOTVS
Best ForDiscrete manufacturersCompanies operating primarily in Brazil
Pricing ModelContact SalesContact Sales
Starting PriceContact SalesContact Sales
Deploymentcloud, on premise, hybridcloud, on premise, hybrid
PlatformsWEB, IOS, ANDROID, WINDOWSWEB, IOS, ANDROID, WINDOWS
Rating7.9/107.2/10

Pros & Cons

Epicor

Pros

  • Deep manufacturing functionality
  • Excellent for make-to-order environments
  • Real shop floor control capabilities
  • Strong engineer-to-order support
  • Industry-specific knowledge

Cons

  • Less suitable for non-manufacturing companies
  • Complex implementation for full functionality
  • Pricing not transparent
  • UI modernization still in progress
  • Partner network varies by region

TOTVS

Pros

  • Unmatched Brazilian tax and regulatory compliance built into the core product
  • Deep vertical modules for 12 industries including agribusiness and healthcare
  • Massive partner network with over 400 certified partners in Latin America
  • Native integration with Brazilian government reporting systems (SPED, eSocial, SEFAZ)
  • Strong multi-company consolidation for LATAM operations

Cons

  • Weak international support and documentation outside Latin America
  • Proprietary ADVPL language creates vendor lock-in and limits developer availability
  • UI feels dated compared to modern cloud-native ERP platforms
  • Cloud migration from on-premise Protheus is complex and often requires hybrid setups
  • English-language experience is noticeably behind the Portuguese version

Pricing Comparison

ProductPricing ModelStarting Price
Epicorcontact salesContact Sales
TOTVScontact salesContact Sales

Our Verdict

Choose Epicor if...

Discrete manufacturers

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Choose TOTVS if...

Companies operating primarily in Brazil

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