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Close alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Close: weak for complex accounts and long enterprise deals, and no free plan, and calling usage costs extra. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Close, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Pipedrive currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Pipedrive logoPipedrivePaidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 466.5
2HubSpot CRM logoHubSpot CRMFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android +15 of 562.6
3Freshsales logoFreshsalesPaidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 459.6
4Salesflare logoSalesflarePaidNoWeb, macOS, Windows +34 of 457.2
5Attio logoAttioFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 455.3
6Copper logoCopperPaidNoWeb, Browser extension, iOS +14 of 453.6
  1. Pipedrive logo

    1. PipedriveTop pick

    Best for: Small and mid-sized sales teams focused on closing deals through clear stages

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Close

    Pipeline-first CRM that suits longer deal cycles better than list-based outreach.

    Pros

    • Pipeline board is easy to learn and keep updated
    • Activity reminders keep reps focused on next steps
    • Large integration marketplace and open API

    Cons

    • No free plan, only a trial
    • Useful features are spread across paid add-ons
    • Thin on marketing and customer service tools
    Visit Pipedrive Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Pipedrive a good Close alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    14 days, no credit card
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pipedrive.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    500+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pipedrive.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Yes, with developer sandbox
    Checked Oct 25, 2026developers.pipedrive.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Customers
    100,000+ companies
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pipedrive.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. HubSpot CRM logo

    2. HubSpot CRM

    Best for: Small and mid-sized teams that want sales and marketing data in one easy CRM

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Close

    Adds marketing and service tools, with a free tier to start on.

    Pros

    • Free tier with no time limit covers the basics well
    • Sales, marketing and service activity on one contact timeline
    • Easy to set up without a consultant
    • Large integration marketplace

    Cons

    • Big price jump from Starter to Professional editions
    • Many automation features are locked to higher tiers
    • Less flexible data modelling than Salesforce
    Visit HubSpot CRM Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is HubSpot CRM a good Close alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, no expiration
    Checked Oct 25, 2026hubspot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Credit card for free plan
    Not required
    Checked Oct 25, 2026hubspot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    2,000+ marketplace apps
    Checked Oct 25, 2026hubspot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Customers
    306,000+ in 135+ countries
    Checked Oct 25, 2026hubspot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026developers.hubspot.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Freshsales logo

    3. Freshsales

    Best for: SMB sales teams that want calling, email and chat built into the CRM

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Close

    Also includes built-in calling and email at a lower entry price.

    Pros

    • Built-in phone, email and chat channels
    • Lower per-user price than most big-name CRMs
    • Pairs naturally with Freshdesk for support teams

    Cons

    • No free plan on the current pricing page
    • Smaller integration catalogue than HubSpot or Salesforce
    • AI agent sessions and branded documents cost extra
    Visit Freshsales Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Freshsales a good Close alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starting price
    $9 per user/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026freshworks.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro plan
    $39 per user/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026freshworks.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    21 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026freshworks.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Customers
    74,000+ businesses
    Checked Oct 25, 2026freshworks.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Salesflare logo

    4. Salesflare

    Best for: Small B2B teams that want a CRM that updates itself from email and calendar

    PaidWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Close

    Lighter B2B CRM that fills in contact data automatically from email.

    Pros

    • Automatic contact and activity capture
    • Sidebar in Gmail, Outlook and LinkedIn
    • Email sequences and tracking included

    Cons

    • No free plan
    • Modest native integration catalogue
    • Not built for large or complex sales orgs
    Visit Salesflare Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Salesflare a good Close alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starting price
    $29 per user/month billed annually ($39 monthly)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026salesflare.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026salesflare.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Email and LinkedIn
    Gmail, Outlook and LinkedIn sidebar
    Checked Oct 25, 2026salesflare.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    iOS and Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026salesflare.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Attio logo

    5. Attio

    Best for: Startups that want a flexible, modern CRM they can model around their own process

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Close

    More flexible data model for startups that also track investors or partners.

    Pros

    • Custom objects and lists for any relationship type
    • Automatic email and calendar sync with enrichment
    • Free plan for up to three seats

    Cons

    • You must design the data structure yourself
    • Fewer ready-made integrations than older CRMs
    • Reporting and permission controls sit on paid tiers
    Visit Attio Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Attio a good Close alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 3 seats
    Checked Oct 25, 2026attio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus plan
    $35 per user/month billed annually ($44 monthly)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026attio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro plan
    $79 per user/month billed annually ($99 monthly)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026attio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Credit card to start
    Not required
    Checked Oct 25, 2026attio.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Copper logo

    6. Copper

    Best for: Agencies and small firms that run on Gmail and Google Workspace

    PaidWeb, Browser extension, iOS, Android

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Close

    A gentler fit if your team works mostly inside Gmail rather than on the phone.

    Pros

    • Works inside Gmail through a Chrome extension
    • Pulls contacts and activity from Gmail and Calendar
    • Includes light project tracking after the sale

    Cons

    • Little value for teams on Microsoft 365
    • Basic plan has tight contact and feature limits
    • Automation and reporting are thinner than larger CRMs
    Visit Copper Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Copper a good Close alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starting price
    $29 per seat/month ($23 billed annually)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026copper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional plan
    $69 per seat/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026copper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days, no credit card
    Checked Oct 25, 2026copper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026copper.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Close alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Pipedrive logo

Best Close alternative for most people

Pipedrive

Pipeline-first CRM that suits longer deal cycles better than list-based outreach.

HubSpot CRM logo

Best Close alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

HubSpot CRM

Adds marketing and service tools, with a free tier to start on.

Salesflare logo

Best Close alternative for Mac

Salesflare

Lighter B2B CRM that fills in contact data automatically from email.

Salesflare logo

Best Close alternative for Windows

Salesflare

Lighter B2B CRM that fills in contact data automatically from email.

Freshsales logo

Best Close alternative for iPhone and Android

Freshsales

Also includes built-in calling and email at a lower entry price.

Attio logo

Best Close alternative for working in the browser

Attio

More flexible data model for startups that also track investors or partners.

Close alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Close?

Pipedrive ranks first right now. Pipeline-first CRM that suits longer deal cycles better than list-based outreach. HubSpot CRM and Freshsales follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Close?

Yes. HubSpot CRM (free plan + paid) and Attio (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Close?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Close?

The complaints we hear most: weak for complex accounts and long enterprise deals; no free plan, and calling usage costs extra; limited marketing features.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Close, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.