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The Most Popular CRM Software in 2026

An independent directory of the CRMs teams actually shortlist. Each profile covers pricing, our rating, pros and cons, and exactly who it suits — with a self-contained answer up top. 78 platforms, ranked by popularity.

Salesforce logo★ 4.5

1. Salesforce

Enterprise CRM

The most powerful and customizable CRM for complex organizations.

from ~$25/user/moFree plan
HubSpot logo★ 4.6

2. HubSpot

All-in-one CRM

An easy, all-in-one CRM that grows from free into marketing and service.

from $0 (free), paid from ~$15/user/moFree plan
Pipedrive logo★ 4.5

3. Pipedrive

Sales pipeline CRM

A focused, visual sales pipeline CRM that reps actually update.

from ~$14/user/moTrial
Zoho CRM logo★ 4.3

4. Zoho CRM

Value CRM

A feature-rich, budget-friendly CRM, especially for Zoho users.

from $0 (3 users), paid from ~$14/user/moFree plan
monday CRM logo★ 4.4

5. monday CRM

Flexible / no-code CRM

A flexible, colorful CRM built on monday.com work boards.

from ~$12/user/moTrial
Freshsales logo★ 4.3

6. Freshsales

SMB CRM

An AI-assisted, easy CRM with strong built-in phone and email.

from $0 (free), paid from ~$9/user/moFree plan
Close logo★ 4.4

7. Close

Inside sales CRM

A CRM built for high-velocity inside sales and calling.

from ~$9/user/moTrial
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales logo★ 4.2

8. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales

Enterprise CRM

An enterprise CRM deeply tied to Microsoft 365 and Teams.

from ~$65/user/moTrial
SAP Sales Cloud logo★ 4.1

9. SAP Sales Cloud

Enterprise CRM

Enterprise sales automation with deep SAP ERP integration.

contact salesTrial
Oracle Sales logo★ 4.0

10. Oracle Sales

Enterprise CRM

Enterprise CRM connected to Oracle Fusion Cloud applications.

contact salesTrial
NetSuite CRM logo★ 4.0

11. NetSuite CRM

ERP-integrated CRM

CRM built into NetSuite’s cloud ERP business suite.

contact salesTrial
Creatio logo★ 4.4

12. Creatio

No-code enterprise CRM

A no-code, AI-native CRM for automating complex workflows.

from ~$40/user/mo combinedTrial
SugarCRM logo★ 4.1

13. SugarCRM

Mid-market CRM

A customizable CRM suite for complex mid-market sales teams.

from ~$19/user/moTrial
Insightly logo★ 4.1

14. Insightly

CRM with project management

CRM and project delivery connected in one mid-market platform.

from ~$29/user/moTrial
Copper logo★ 4.2

15. Copper

Google Workspace CRM

A relationship CRM designed around Google Workspace.

from ~$23/user/mo annuallyTrial
Nimble logo★ 4.2

16. Nimble

Relationship CRM

A social, relationship-led CRM that works across the browser.

from ~$24.90/user/mo annuallyTrial
Keap logo★ 4.1

17. Keap

Small-business automation CRM

CRM, marketing automation, and payments for small service businesses.

from ~$249/mo (2 users)Trial
Nutshell logo★ 4.3

18. Nutshell

SMB CRM

An approachable B2B sales CRM with built-in email marketing.

from ~$13/user/moTrial
Capsule CRM logo★ 4.3

19. Capsule CRM

Simple CRM

A clean, low-complexity CRM for small relationship-led teams.

from $0; paid plans availableFree plan
Less Annoying CRM logo★ 4.5

20. Less Annoying CRM

Simple CRM

A straightforward, single-plan CRM built for small businesses.

from ~$15/user/moTrial
HoneyBook logo★ 4.2

21. HoneyBook

Creative business CRM

An all-in-one clientflow platform for freelancers and creative service businesses.

from ~$29/mo (billed annually)Trial
Dubsado logo★ 4.3

22. Dubsado

Freelancer & creative business CRM

A deeply customizable client-management CRM for freelancers, with a genuine free-forever tier.

from $0 (3 clients), paid from ~$28/mo billed annuallyFree plan
Streak logo★ 4.2

23. Streak

Gmail CRM

A CRM that runs directly inside Gmail for inbox-centered sales teams.

from ~$49/user/mo annuallyTrial
Zendesk Sell logo★ 4.2

24. Zendesk Sell

Sales pipeline CRM

A sales pipeline CRM built for teams that already run Zendesk Support.

from ~$19/user/moTrial
NetHunt CRM logo★ 4.4

25. NetHunt CRM

Gmail CRM

A Gmail-native CRM that puts pipelines and automation in the inbox.

from ~$30/user/mo annuallyTrial
Attio logo★ 4.5

26. Attio

Modern CRM

A flexible, data-driven CRM for modern startup teams.

from $0; paid plans availableFree plan
Folk logo★ 4.4

27. Folk

Relationship CRM

A collaborative relationship CRM for founders and small teams.

paid plans; see vendorTrial
Odoo CRM logo★ 4.3

28. Odoo CRM

Open-core ERP CRM

Open-core CRM connected to a broad ERP and business app suite.

from $0; paid suite availableFree plan
Follow Up Boss logo★ 4.5

29. Follow Up Boss

Real estate CRM

A real estate CRM built for fast, automated lead follow-up and conversion.

from ~$58/user/moTrial
Bitrix24 logo★ 4.0

30. Bitrix24

All-in-one CRM

Flat-priced CRM, collaboration, tasks, and communications in one suite.

from $0; paid from ~$49/org/moFree plan
Vtiger CRM logo★ 4.1

31. Vtiger CRM

All-in-one SMB CRM

An all-in-one sales, marketing, and support CRM for SMBs.

free and paid editionsFree plan
Apptivo logo★ 4.1

32. Apptivo

Business suite CRM

A budget-friendly suite spanning CRM, projects, quotes, and billing.

from $0, paid from ~$15/user/moFree plan
Bigin by Zoho CRM logo★ 4.3

33. Bigin by Zoho CRM

Small-business CRM

A pipeline-centric CRM designed for very small businesses.

from $0; paid plans availableFree plan
Salesmate logo★ 4.3

34. Salesmate

Sales engagement CRM

A sales CRM with communication, sequences, and automation built in.

from ~$23/user/mo annuallyTrial
Pipeline CRM logo★ 4.3

35. Pipeline CRM

Sales pipeline CRM

A no-frills, drag-and-drop sales pipeline CRM built for fast setup and US-based support.

from ~$25/user/moTrial
Salesflare logo★ 4.4

36. Salesflare

B2B sales CRM

An automated B2B CRM that minimizes manual data entry.

from ~$29/user/mo annuallyTrial
SuiteCRM logo★ 4.0

37. SuiteCRM

Open-source CRM

A mature open-source CRM for organizations wanting full control.

free self-hosted; hosted services varyFree plan
EspoCRM logo★ 4.2

38. EspoCRM

Open-source CRM

A clean open-source CRM with flexible self-hosting options.

free self-hosted; paid extensions availableFree plan
Twenty logo★ 4.1

39. Twenty

Open-source modern CRM

A modern open-source CRM built as an extensible platform.

free self-hosted; cloud from ~$9/user/moFree plan
Pipeliner CRM logo★ 4.1

40. Pipeliner CRM

Sales pipeline CRM

A visual sales CRM focused on process and revenue intelligence.

paid plans; see vendorTrial
noCRM.io logo★ 4.2

41. noCRM.io

Lead management CRM

Lead management software that avoids traditional CRM complexity.

paid plans; see vendorTrial
OnePageCRM logo★ 4.3

42. OnePageCRM

Action-focused CRM

An action-focused CRM built around the next sales task.

paid plans; see vendorTrial
EngageBay logo★ 4.2

43. EngageBay

All-in-one SMB CRM

An affordable all-in-one CRM, marketing, sales, and support suite.

from $0; paid plans availableFree plan
LeadSquared logo★ 4.5

44. LeadSquared

Marketing automation CRM

A verticalized sales and marketing automation CRM for lead-heavy industries.

from ~$25/user/moTrial
ActiveCampaign logo★ 4.4

45. ActiveCampaign

Marketing automation CRM

Marketing automation with sales CRM and lifecycle orchestration.

paid plans; see vendorTrial
Brevo Sales Platform logo★ 4.1

46. Brevo Sales Platform

Marketing-connected CRM

Lightweight sales CRM connected to Brevo’s messaging suite.

from $0; paid options availableFree plan
HighLevel logo★ 4.2

47. HighLevel

Agency CRM

An agency-focused CRM and marketing automation platform.

from ~$97/account/moTrial
Clio Grow logo★ 4.5

48. Clio Grow

Legal client-intake CRM

A legal client-intake CRM that hands converted leads straight into Clio's practice management suite.

from ~$59/user/mo (add-on)Trial
Agile CRM logo★ 4.0

49. Agile CRM

All-in-one CRM

Budget all-in-one CRM for small teams that want sales, marketing, and service in one place.

from $0 (free), paid from ~$9/user/moFree plan
Lofty logo★ 4.3

50. Lofty

Real estate CRM

An AI-driven, all-in-one real estate platform combining CRM, IDX website, and lead generation.

from ~$449/moTrial
Clarify logo★ 4.5

51. Clarify

AI-native CRM

An autonomous, AI-native CRM that keeps records current and gives every rep a sales agent.

from $0, paid from ~$20/workspace/moFree plan
Breakcold logo★ 4.4

52. Breakcold

AI social selling CRM

An AI-native sales CRM built around multichannel conversations and social selling.

from ~$59/moTrial
Spiro logo★ 4.3

53. Spiro

AI manufacturing CRM

An AI-powered anti-CRM that captures activity and account signals for manufacturers.

from ~$125/user/mo billed annuallyTrial
Workbooks CRM logo★ 4.3

54. Workbooks CRM

Mid-market CRM

A hands-on, UK-built CRM that blends sales, marketing, service, and finance for mid-market teams.

from ~$47/user/moTrial
Kommo logo★ 4.4

55. Kommo

Conversational AI CRM

An AI-powered conversational CRM for selling through WhatsApp, Instagram, and chat.

from ~$15/user/moTrial
Kustomer logo★ 4.3

56. Kustomer

AI customer service CRM

An AI-native customer service CRM unifying customer records, channels, agents, and workflows.

from ~$89/user/mo billed annuallyTrial
Affinity logo★ 4.5

57. Affinity

Relationship intelligence CRM

An AI-first relationship intelligence CRM purpose-built for private capital dealmaking.

from ~$167/user/mo billed annuallyTrial
Relate logo★ 4.3

58. Relate

AI sales CRM

A simple AI-native CRM for B2B sales and customer success teams.

from $0, Business from ~$60/user/moFree plan
4Degrees logo★ 4.4

59. 4Degrees

Private capital CRM

An AI relationship intelligence and deal-flow CRM designed by former investors.

custom pricingTrial
Scribed AI logo★ 4.1

60. Scribed AI

AI workspace CRM

An AI-native workspace combining CRM, meetings, team chat, projects, calling, and files.

from ~$100/mo base plus ~$20/user/moTrial
Maximizer logo★ 4.2

61. Maximizer

AI financial services CRM

A mature CRM with AI-powered insights for financial services and structured sales teams.

from ~$65/user/mo billed annuallyTrial
Act! logo★ 3.9

62. Act!

SMB contact-management CRM

A veteran contact-management CRM offering both cloud and on-premise deployment for SMBs.

from ~$30/user/mo billed annuallyTrial
Method:CRM logo★ 4.4

63. Method:CRM

QuickBooks-integrated CRM

A customizable CRM with real-time two-way sync for QuickBooks and Xero.

from ~$27/user/moTrial
Thryv logo★ 4.0

64. Thryv

Local service business CRM

An all-in-one business platform bundling CRM with scheduling, payments, and reputation tools.

from ~$199/moTrial
Ontraport logo★ 4.2

65. Ontraport

SMB marketing automation CRM

All-in-one business automation combining CRM, marketing, and payments for entrepreneurs.

from ~$79/mo (1,000 contacts)Trial
ClickUp CRM logo★ 4.2

66. ClickUp CRM

No-code work management CRM

A build-your-own CRM inside ClickUp's all-in-one work management platform.

from $0 (free), paid from ~$7/user/moFree plan
Teamleader logo★ 4.3

67. Teamleader

SMB CRM & invoicing suite

An all-in-one CRM, invoicing, and project management tool for European SMBs.

from ~$40/moTrial
Daylite logo★ 4.4

68. Daylite

Mac & iOS CRM

A native Mac and iOS CRM built for small, service-based businesses.

from ~$25/user/moTrial
Membrain logo★ 4.6

69. Membrain

Sales process CRM

A guided-selling CRM that enforces sales process and coaching for complex B2B deals.

from ~$65/user/moFree plan
Redtail CRM logo★ 4.2

70. Redtail CRM

Financial advisor CRM

The dominant client relationship and workflow CRM built for financial advisors and RIAs.

from ~$39/user/moTrial
Wealthbox logo★ 4.5

71. Wealthbox

Financial advisor CRM

A modern, easy-to-use CRM built specifically for financial advisors.

from ~$59/user/moTrial
Accelo logo★ 4.1

72. Accelo

Professional services CRM & PSA

A client work management platform combining CRM, projects, and billing for service firms.

from ~$30/user/mo (single module)Trial
Bullhorn logo★ 4.0

73. Bullhorn

Staffing & recruiting CRM

The dominant ATS and CRM built specifically for staffing and recruiting agencies.

from ~$99/user/moTrial
Bloomerang logo★ 4.6

74. Bloomerang

Nonprofit & donor management CRM

Donor management and fundraising CRM built specifically for small and midsize nonprofits.

from ~$125/mo (billed annually)Trial
Recruiterflow logo★ 4.5

75. Recruiterflow

Recruiting CRM & ATS

An AI-native ATS and CRM built for recruiting and staffing agencies.

from ~$99/user/moTrial
Loxo logo★ 4.6

76. Loxo

Recruiting CRM & ATS

An AI-driven talent intelligence platform combining ATS, CRM, and sourcing for recruiting agencies.

from $0 (free), paid from ~$169/user/moFree plan
Jobber logo★ 4.4

77. Jobber

Field service CRM

Field service management software that runs quoting, scheduling, and invoicing for home service businesses.

from ~$39/moTrial
TaxDome logo★ 4.6

78. TaxDome

Accounting practice management CRM

A practice management CRM built for accounting, tax, and bookkeeping firms.

from ~$67/user/mo annuallyTrial

CRM comparison at a glance

CRMBest forFromFreeRating
SalesforceMid-market and enterprise teams with complex, process-heavy sales.from ~$25/user/moYes★ 4.5
HubSpotSMBs and marketing-led teams wanting sales + marketing in one system.from $0 (free), paid from ~$15/user/moYes★ 4.6
PipedriveSmall and mid-size sales teams that want a tool reps will actually use.from ~$14/user/moNo★ 4.5
Zoho CRMBudget-conscious teams and existing Zoho ecosystem users.from $0 (3 users), paid from ~$14/user/moYes★ 4.3
monday CRMTeams wanting a highly customizable, no-code CRM they can mold.from ~$12/user/moNo★ 4.4
FreshsalesSMB sales teams wanting built-in phone/email and AI at low cost.from $0 (free), paid from ~$9/user/moYes★ 4.3
CloseHigh-velocity inside sales and SDR teams focused on calling.from ~$9/user/moNo★ 4.4
Microsoft Dynamics 365 SalesEnterprises standardized on Microsoft 365, Teams, and Azure.from ~$65/user/moNo★ 4.2
SAP Sales Cloudlarge enterprises already running SAP ERP or SAP business applications.contact salesNo★ 4.1
Oracle Saleslarge companies using Oracle Fusion ERP, service, or industry cloud products.contact salesNo★ 4.0
NetSuite CRMmid-market businesses that already use or are implementing NetSuite ERP.contact salesNo★ 4.0
Creatiomid-market and enterprise teams needing no-code process customization.from ~$40/user/mo combinedNo★ 4.4
SugarCRMmid-market B2B organizations needing configurable sales processes.from ~$19/user/moNo★ 4.1
InsightlySMBs that deliver projects or services after closing a deal.from ~$29/user/moNo★ 4.1
Coppersmall and mid-size relationship-led teams standardized on Google Workspace.from ~$23/user/mo annuallyNo★ 4.2
Nimbleconsultants and small B2B teams that sell through relationships.from ~$24.90/user/mo annuallyNo★ 4.2
Keapsmall service businesses wanting CRM, automation, and payments together.from ~$249/mo (2 users)No★ 4.1
Nutshellsmall B2B teams wanting simple sales CRM and responsive support.from ~$13/user/moNo★ 4.3
Capsule CRMsmall businesses wanting a clean CRM with minimal administration.from $0; paid plans availableYes★ 4.3
Less Annoying CRMsmall teams prioritizing simplicity, support, and predictable cost.from ~$15/user/moNo★ 4.5
HoneyBookSolo freelancers and creative service businesses managing the full client journey from inquiry to payment.from ~$29/mo (billed annually)No★ 4.2
DubsadoBudget-conscious freelancers and creative businesses wanting a customizable CRM with a real free tier.from $0 (3 clients), paid from ~$28/mo billed annuallyYes★ 4.3
StreakGmail-centric individuals and small teams with lightweight pipelines.from ~$49/user/mo annuallyNo★ 4.2
Zendesk SellB2B sales teams already using Zendesk Support who want unified customer history across sales and service.from ~$19/user/moNo★ 4.2
NetHunt CRMGoogle Workspace sales teams that want a CRM built into Gmail.from ~$30/user/mo annuallyNo★ 4.4
Attiostartups and product-led teams wanting a flexible modern data model.from $0; paid plans availableYes★ 4.5
Folkfounders and small relationship-led teams with flexible workflows.paid plans; see vendorNo★ 4.4
Odoo CRMbusinesses wanting CRM connected to ERP and operational workflows.from $0; paid suite availableYes★ 4.3
Follow Up BossReal estate agents, teams, and brokerages that need fast, automated lead follow-up.from ~$58/user/moNo★ 4.5
Bitrix24teams wanting CRM and collaboration under flat organization pricing.from $0; paid from ~$49/org/moYes★ 4.0
Vtiger CRMSMBs wanting sales, marketing, and support in one value-focused CRM.free and paid editionsYes★ 4.1
Apptivocost-conscious SMBs wanting CRM plus operational business applications.from $0, paid from ~$15/user/moYes★ 4.1
Bigin by Zoho CRMmicrobusinesses moving from spreadsheets to their first CRM.from $0; paid plans availableYes★ 4.3
SalesmateSMB sales teams wanting CRM and multichannel outreach together.from ~$23/user/mo annuallyNo★ 4.3
Pipeline CRMSmall sales teams with simple pipelines wanting fast setup and responsive US-based support.from ~$25/user/moNo★ 4.3
Salesflaresmall B2B sales teams that want automated CRM data capture.from ~$29/user/mo annuallyNo★ 4.4
SuiteCRMorganizations needing open-source control and willing to manage the platform.free self-hosted; hosted services varyYes★ 4.0
EspoCRMtechnical SMBs wanting a flexible and relatively clean self-hosted CRM.free self-hosted; paid extensions availableYes★ 4.2
Twentytechnical startups wanting a modern open-source CRM foundation.free self-hosted; cloud from ~$9/user/moYes★ 4.1
Pipeliner CRMB2B sales organizations that value visual process management.paid plans; see vendorNo★ 4.1
noCRM.iosmall outbound teams wanting action-oriented lead management.paid plans; see vendorNo★ 4.2
OnePageCRMsmall sales teams that need disciplined follow-up more than complexity.paid plans; see vendorNo★ 4.3
EngageBaysmall businesses seeking a low-cost sales and marketing suite.from $0; paid plans availableYes★ 4.2
LeadSquaredLead-heavy, verticalized sales teams in education, healthcare, real estate, and BFSI.from ~$25/user/moNo★ 4.5
ActiveCampaignmarketing-led SMBs that need sophisticated lifecycle automation.paid plans; see vendorNo★ 4.4
Brevo Sales Platformsmall teams already using Brevo for customer communications.from $0; paid options availableYes★ 4.1
HighLevelmarketing agencies and lead-generation businesses managing client accounts.from ~$97/account/moNo★ 4.2
Clio GrowSmall and midsize law firms streamlining client intake and lead-to-matter handoff.from ~$59/user/mo (add-on)No★ 4.5
Agile CRMSmall businesses and startups wanting an affordable all-in-one CRM with a real free tier.from $0 (free), paid from ~$9/user/moYes★ 4.0
LoftyReal estate teams and brokerages wanting one AI-driven platform for CRM, IDX website, and lead gen.from ~$449/moNo★ 4.3
ClarifyStartups and lean revenue teams wanting an autonomous CRM with usage-based AI pricing.from $0, paid from ~$20/workspace/moYes★ 4.5
BreakcoldAgencies, consultants, and startup sales teams running relationship-led multichannel outreach.from ~$59/moNo★ 4.4
SpiroNorth American manufacturers and distributors with 10 or more users and ERP-driven account sales.from ~$125/user/mo billed annuallyNo★ 4.3
Workbooks CRMMid-size businesses wanting an affordable, hands-on alternative to Salesforce.from ~$47/user/moNo★ 4.3
KommoSmall and mid-size businesses that acquire and sell to customers through messaging channels.from ~$15/user/moNo★ 4.4
KustomerMid-market and enterprise service teams needing contextual AI across high-volume omnichannel support.from ~$89/user/mo billed annuallyNo★ 4.3
AffinityVenture capital, private equity, investment banking, and other network-driven deal teams.from ~$167/user/mo billed annuallyNo★ 4.5
RelateB2B startups wanting one lightweight system for sales, outreach, and customer success.from $0, Business from ~$60/user/moYes★ 4.3
4DegreesPrivate equity, venture capital, investment banking, M&A, and relationship-driven advisory teams.custom pricingNo★ 4.4
Scribed AISmall and mid-size teams wanting to consolidate CRM, meetings, chat, projects, and calling.from ~$100/mo base plus ~$20/user/moNo★ 4.1
MaximizerFinancial services firms and established sales teams needing structured CRM plus secure AI insights.from ~$65/user/mo billed annuallyNo★ 4.2
Act!Small and midsize businesses wanting deep contact management with cloud or on-premise flexibility.from ~$30/user/mo billed annuallyNo★ 3.9
Method:CRMSmall and midsize businesses on QuickBooks or Xero wanting a CRM that stays in sync with their accounting data.from ~$27/user/moNo★ 4.4
ThryvLocal service businesses (plumbers, salons, contractors) replacing several point tools with one platform.from ~$199/moNo★ 4.0
OntraportSolopreneurs, coaches, and small businesses wanting CRM, marketing automation, and payments in one platform.from ~$79/mo (1,000 contacts)No★ 4.2
ClickUp CRMSmall teams and agencies wanting to run sales alongside projects in one tool.from $0 (free), paid from ~$7/user/moYes★ 4.2
TeamleaderEuropean service businesses and agencies wanting CRM, invoicing, and projects in one tool.from ~$40/moNo★ 4.3
DayliteSmall, Apple-only service businesses such as consultants, agencies, and real estate teams.from ~$25/user/moNo★ 4.4
MembrainB2B teams selling complex, consultative deals who want an enforced sales process and coaching.from ~$65/user/moYes★ 4.6
Redtail CRMFinancial advisors, RIAs, and wealth management firms wanting the most deeply integrated advisor-specific CRM.from ~$39/user/moNo★ 4.2
WealthboxFinancial advisors and wealth management firms needing compliance-friendly client relationship management.from ~$59/user/moNo★ 4.5
AcceloProfessional service businesses running sales, project delivery, and billing in one connected system.from ~$30/user/mo (single module)No★ 4.1
BullhornStaffing and recruiting agencies that need a combined ATS and CRM for candidates, clients, and placements.from ~$99/user/moNo★ 4.0
BloomerangSmall and midsize nonprofit development teams managing donor relationships and fundraising.from ~$125/mo (billed annually)No★ 4.6
RecruiterflowSmall and mid-size recruiting and staffing agencies wanting a modern, AI-assisted ATS and CRM.from ~$99/user/moNo★ 4.5
LoxoRecruiting and staffing agencies that want AI-powered sourcing, ATS, and CRM combined in one platform.from $0 (free), paid from ~$169/user/moYes★ 4.6
JobberHome service businesses (plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, cleaning) managing jobs, quotes, and invoicing in the field.from ~$39/moNo★ 4.4
TaxDomeAccounting, tax, and bookkeeping firms wanting one system for clients, documents, and workflows.from ~$67/user/mo annuallyNo★ 4.6

Prices are indicative 2026 list prices and change frequently; confirm with each vendor.