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Head-to-head · IWMS Software

Planon vs MRI Evolution

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Planon #1 in IWMS Software 8.9/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 5 features Visit Planon
MRI Evolution #5 in IWMS Software 8.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 5 features Visit MRI Software

Planon leads on 0 checks, MRI Evolution on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scorePlanon · 8.9/10

Planon scores higher on our rubric for iwms software: 8.9 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

Planon is the better fit for large organizations with broad IWMS needs. MRI Evolution is the better fit for large facilities teams focused on assets and compliance.

  • Planon fits best

    Large organizations with broad IWMS needs

  • MRI Evolution fits best

    Large facilities teams focused on assets and compliance

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Side by side

Feature Planon 8.9/10 Visit ↗ MRI Evolution 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.5
Ranking #1 in IWMS Software #5 in IWMS Software
Best for Large organizations with broad IWMS needs Large facilities teams focused on assets and compliance
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Phone
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR GDPR
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Planon 2/5 · MRI Evolution 2/5
Space management ✓ ✓
Lease management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Maintenance management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Asset management ✓ ✓
Mobile access Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Deployment Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines work orders, maintenance, assets, space and vendor management
  • Supports cloud or self-hosted deployment with mobile field updates
  • Connects with SAP, Outlook, CAD, BIM and building systems
  • Combines asset records, preventive maintenance, and work order management.
  • Supports inspections, permits, certificates, and vendor and contract management.
  • Evolution GO supports field tasks and offline work, with BIM-based 3D navigation.
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales
  • Its breadth may exceed the needs of teams seeking a narrow facilities tool
  • Deployment availability varies by solution
  • Pricing is contact-sales, so buyers cannot compare published plan prices.
  • The described platform is web-based, with field work handled through mobile apps.
  • Space planning detail is limited, making it less suited to space-led IWMS needs.
Our verdict

Planon brings facilities, workplace and real estate processes into one integrated workplace management system. It is aimed at facility managers, real estate teams, service providers and higher-education organizations with complex…

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MRI Evolution brings facility, asset, contract, vendor, and maintenance information together for facilities teams, property owners, occupiers, and service providers. It is aimed at mid-market and enterprise organizations managing…

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  1. PlanonIWMS Software 8.9Pricing on request
  2. MRI EvolutionIWMS Software 8.5Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Planon — where it wins

    • Combines work orders, maintenance, assets, space and vendor management
    • Supports cloud or self-hosted deployment with mobile field updates
    • Connects with SAP, Outlook, CAD, BIM and building systems

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales
    • Its breadth may exceed the needs of teams seeking a narrow facilities tool
    • Deployment availability varies by solution

  • MRI Evolution — where it wins

    • Combines asset records, preventive maintenance, and work order management.
    • Supports inspections, permits, certificates, and vendor and contract management.
    • Evolution GO supports field tasks and offline work, with BIM-based 3D navigation.

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is contact-sales, so buyers cannot compare published plan prices.
    • The described platform is web-based, with field work handled through mobile apps.
    • Space planning detail is limited, making it less suited to space-led IWMS needs.
  • Planon8.9/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad IWMS for organizations managing complex facilities and property portfolios.

    Visit PlanonFull verdict →
  • MRI Evolution8.5/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad facilities platform for teams managing assets, work orders, compliance, and vendors.

    Visit MRI SoftwareFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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