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Close

CRM built for inside sales teams that call and email

$49
Starting price
4.7/5
G2 rating
3
Pricing plans
2013
Founded

Quick verdict

Close is built for growing teams and mid-market companies who need solid crm capabilities. Users consistently rate it highly against competitors like HubSpot. There is no free plan, so you need to be fairly sure it fits before committing.

Close is a sales CRM designed specifically for inside sales teams who rely on phone and email outreach. It has built-in calling, SMS, email sequences, and power dialler — no integrations required.

What we like

  • Best built-in calling of any CRM
  • No integrations needed for outreach
  • Clean UI
  • Fast onboarding

Watch out for

  • Expensive per seat
  • No free plan
  • Less suited for non-sales-heavy teams
  • Limited marketing features

Key features

Built-in VoIP callingPower DiallerEmail sequencesSMSSmart ViewsCall recordingsPipeline management

Who should use Close?

If you are a Solo / freelancer...

At $49/mo, it is a real investment for a solo operator. Consider a free alternative first, then switch when you outgrow it.

If you are a 5-person startup...

For a team of five, expect to pay roughly $245/mo on the Startup plan. That is a significant line item for a startup budget.

If you are a 50+ person company...

You will likely need the Professional plan or above. At this scale, check the call recordings and pipeline management capabilities — they matter more as teams grow.

Pricing: the honest take

Starting at $49/mo with no free tier, Close is positioned for buyers who already know they need this category of tool. The Startup plan is mid-range for the crm market.

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Top Close alternatives

HubSpot All-in-one CRM, marketing, and sales platform
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Pipedrive Sales CRM built by salespeople, for salespeople
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Salesforce The world's #1 CRM platform
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Our verdict

Close is a top-rated crm tool with 3 pricing plans. Starting at $49/mo, it is priced for growing teams. If the watch-outs above are dealbreakers, see the alternatives below.

Close: frequently asked questions

Is Close free?

No — Close does not have a free plan. Pricing starts at $49/mo.

How much does Close cost?

Close has 3 plans. Paid plans start at $49/mo. See full pricing →

What are the best alternatives to Close?

Top alternatives include HubSpot, Pipedrive, Salesforce. See full comparison →