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    Comparison

    Close vs Pipedrive

    Close and Pipedrive: two different approaches for similar needs.

    Close logoCloseSales CRM with built-in calling, SMS, and email — no external tools.$15/mo★ 3.7Pipedrive logoPipedriveEasy-to-use CRM for sales.$15/mo★ 3.8

    Our verdict

    Close logo

    Choose Close

    You manage a sales team needing built-in calling in the CRM. Phone or SMS outreach is a core activity.

    Watch out

    • No free plan.
    • Additional usage costs for international calls and phone numbers.
    Pipedrive logo

    Choose Pipedrive

    You manage a sales team with a classic funnel process. You want clear visualization of your pipeline.

    Watch out

    • No permanent free version.
    • Higher pricing at upper tiers.

    Compare by use case

    Close logoClosePipedrive logoPipedrive
    Primary use caseYou manage a sales team needing built-in calling in the CRM.You manage a sales team with a classic funnel process.
    Real costPaid plan starts around €15/month.Paid plan starts around €15/month.
    Avoid ifYour budget allows only micro-plans.You're looking for a free CRM.

    Pricing

    Entry prices of the paid plans. Check taxes, seat counts and limits with the vendor. Checked on 2026-03-13.

    Should you switch?

    Stay if

    You use Close and you manage a sales team needing built-in calling in the CRM.

    Switch if

    You manage a sales team with a classic funnel process: Pipedrive is built for that.

    Common questions

    Close or Pipedrive: which is cheaper?

    Close starts at €15/mo; Pipedrive starts at €15/mo.

    Close or Pipedrive: which should you choose?

    Choose Close if you manage a sales team needing built-in calling in the CRM. Choose Pipedrive if you manage a sales team with a classic funnel process.

    Sources, terms and methodology

    Recommendations are editorial judgements based on documented plans. No hands-on ToolTrim benchmark is presented here.

    Read the ToolTrim methodology →