Microsoft Dynamics NAV Pricing Guide

Dynamics NAV Pricing Guide: Licenses, Costs & Migration

Microsoft Dynamics NAV — now succeeded by Dynamics 365 Business Central — was one of the most widely deployed mid-market ERP solutions worldwide. This guide covers Dynamics NAV license types, historical pricing, maintenance costs, and the migration path to Business Central. EPC Group has 29 years of Microsoft consulting experience and advises organizations on NAV-to-Business Central transitions.

Key facts

• Dynamics NAV is now Dynamics 365 Business Central — Microsoft's current mid-market ERP.
• NAV Starter Pack (legacy): $7,200 perpetual license for 3 full-access users.
• NAV Extended Pack (legacy): $14,400 perpetual license for additional functional areas.
• Business Central (current): $70–$100/user/month (cloud), or perpetual on-premises.
• Microsoft ended mainstream support for Dynamics NAV 2018 in January 2023.
• EPC Group: 29 years Microsoft consulting. Transparent guidance on NAV costs and migration.

Dynamics NAV license types (legacy)

Dynamics NAV used a perpetual plus concurrent access license model. Costs varied by user type.

• Full User (Unlimited): full access to all licensed modules. Highest cost per seat.
• Limited User: read-only access and limited write access to specific areas (e.g., approval workflows, time entry). Lower cost.
• Starter Pack: $7,200 — includes three full users and core ERP modules (Financials, Distribution, Basic HR).
• Extended Pack: $14,400 — adds Manufacturing, Service Management, and advanced modules.
• Concurrent access license (CAL): older model; priced per simultaneous user session.

NAV maintenance and support costs

Annual Enhancement Plan (maintenance) adds 16% of license cost per year. This covers software updates and Microsoft support access.

• Starter Pack annual maintenance: ~$1,152/year.
• Extended Pack annual maintenance: ~$2,304/year.
• Discontinuing maintenance means losing access to hotfixes and cumulative updates.
• Microsoft ended mainstream support for NAV 2017 in January 2022 and NAV 2018 in January 2023.

Migration to Dynamics 365 Business Central

Business Central is the direct successor to Dynamics NAV. Microsoft recommends migration as the path forward.

• Business Central Essentials: $70/user/month — financials, supply chain, project management.
• Business Central Premium: $100/user/month — adds Manufacturing and Service Management.
• On-premises Business Central: perpetual licenses available; priced similarly to NAV.

EPC Group provides a detailed cost analysis and migration roadmap for NAV-to-Business Central transitions.

Total cost of ownership: NAV vs Business Central

When comparing ongoing NAV maintenance to Business Central SaaS, Business Central typically wins on TCO within 3–5 years.

• NAV on-premises: hardware, SQL Server licensing, IT admin overhead, and customization maintenance costs.
• Business Central cloud: fixed per-user/month; Microsoft manages infrastructure, updates, and security.
• Business Central also includes Power Platform integration — Power Automate, Power Apps, and Copilot Studio — at no additional infrastructure cost.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current price of Dynamics NAV?

Microsoft no longer sells Dynamics NAV licenses. The current product is Dynamics 365 Business Central at $70/user/month (Essentials) or $100/user/month (Premium). Existing NAV perpetual licenses can still be used, but Microsoft recommends migration to Business Central.

Can I still run Dynamics NAV in 2026?

Yes, but it is increasingly risky. Microsoft ended mainstream support for NAV 2018 in January 2023. Extended support ends in 2028. Running unsupported NAV creates security and compliance risk. EPC Group advises a migration timeline before extended support ends.

How long does a NAV to Business Central migration take?

A standard NAV-to-Business Central migration takes 3–6 months depending on customization depth. Heavily customized NAV environments take 6–12 months. EPC Group provides a migration assessment within 2 weeks of engagement start.

Does Business Central include Power Platform?

Yes. Business Central shares the Dataverse schema with Power Automate, Power Apps, and Copilot Studio. Workflows, custom screens, and AI agents connect directly to Business Central data without custom API development — a significant advantage over older NAV architectures.

Schedule a consultation

EPC Group advises on Dynamics NAV pricing, maintenance, and Business Central migration planning. Call (888) 381-9725 or request a 30-minute discovery call.