Microsoft has announced an upcoming price increase for Dynamics 365 Business Central, set to take effect on November 1, 2025. This price update reflects Microsoft’s continued investments in Dynamics 365 Business Central to deliver new features and enhancements such as Copilot, a dedicated sustainability module, improved interoperability with Power Platform, and AI-powered financial analysis that empower small to mid-sized businesses. Along with this added value, Microsoft is also increasing the storage entitlement included with each per user license.
If you rely on Business Central today or are considering migrating to the platform, this change offers a strategic opportunity to evaluate how you’re using the platform, what you’re getting from it, and how you can adapt for long-term value.
In this blog post, we look at the new Dynamics 365 Business Central pricing and how growing businesses can respond proactively.
New pricing for Dynamics 365 Business Central subscriptions, effective November 1, 2025.
Here is a look at the new Business Central license costs and increased storage allocation. The updated prices apply to new subscriptions and to existing subscriptions upon their first renewal on or after November 1, 2025.
| Product | Price (USD) and storage before November 1, 2025 | Price (USD) and storage as of November 1, 2025 |
| Dynamics 365 Business Central Essentials | $70/month with 2GB storage | $80/month with 3GB storage |
| Dynamics 365 Business Central Premium | $100/month with 3GB storage | $110/month with 5GB storage |
| Dynamics 365 Business Central Device | $40/month with 1GB storage | $45/month with 1.5GB storage |
Learn more about the updated product pricing and key enhancements in this Microsoft announcement.
While prices are increasing, Dynamics 365 Business Central continues to offer exceptional value and remains a smart investment for growing businesses.
With powerful and forward-thinking AI-driven capabilities like Microsoft Copilot, deeper localizations, advanced financial reporting, and tighter integration with tools like Power BI and Power Apps, Business Central is more than just an ERP system—it’s a future-ready platform that helps businesses operate more intelligently and efficiently in a competitive market.
What this price increase means for your growing business?
Your costs may rise, but so can ROI
Yes, monthly license costs are going up. But if you’re only using 40–50% of Business Central’s capabilities, you are already underutilizing what you’re paying for. Now is the time to find areas for improvement and optimization.
Time to review your licenses
Growing businesses often evolve faster than their licensing does. You may have team members with Premium licenses who only need Essentials, or vice versa. Now is the perfect time to audit user roles and optimize your license structure.
Make decisions about migration
If you have been considering or postponing a move to Dynamics 365 Business Central from Dynamics GP or another ERP, now is the time to take the plunge. Planning your move now can help you lock in current prices before the increase goes into effective this November, helping you save money over time.
Check out this blog post for our Director of Software Solutions, David Laster’s, deep dive into the key visual and technical differences between Dynamics GP and Dynamics 365 Business Central, as well as some actionable tips to plan for a smooth migration.
Consider early renewals
Some organizations may benefit from renewing before the November 1 deadline to lock in current pricing. As a Microsoft Solutions Partner, we can help you assess if that’s an option.
Optimize feature adoption
Now is a great time to take a closer look at what Business Central offers and see if there are underutilized features that you can adopt. For instance, explore Copilot for more automation or Power BI integrations for reporting. Build a roadmap for feature adoption so you can leverage the full potential of your ERP investment.
Learn more about the Features of Copilot in Business Central.
Need help navigating the upcoming Dynamics 365 Business Central price increase?
As a Microsoft Solutions Partner, we can help you evaluate your current licensing, identify optimization opportunities, and plan next steps, whether that means adjusting your licenses, adopting new features, or considering a cloud migration.
Check out our Business Central services or contact us today to get started!
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