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Freshsales

Built-in phone, email, and chat capabilities with integrated CRM features

RANKED #5 · TOP 10 CRMS FOR STARTUPSLISTERSCORE 48.2

Freshsales combines native calling, email, and chat functionality directly within the CRM platform, eliminating the need for separate tools.

Pricing from	$9/user/month (billed annually)
Best for	SaaS and product-led startups; mid-sized sales teams
Website	www.freshsales.com

Strengths and trade-offs

Most affordable entry point with built-in calling and email eliminating tool sprawl
Modern interface with robust contact and pipeline management

Fewer advanced customisation options compared to enterprise-grade platforms

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Alternatives to Freshsales

HubSpot CRM 100% free core CRM with unlimited users and deal tracking	#1 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups	68.2
Zoho CRM Comprehensive suite with pipeline tracking, analytics, and integrated marketing automation	#2 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups	62.9
monday Sales CRM No-code, fully customisable platform that molds to sales process	#3 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups	55.6
Pipedrive Sales CRM and lead management software built for sales teams	#4 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups	55.1
Attio Customizable data structure with flexible object-based data models	#6 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups	40.5
Close Built-in calling, email, and sales engagement tools without managing complex CRM ecosystem	#7 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups	40.4

Questions about Freshsales

How much does Freshsales cost?

Lister lists Freshsales's pricing as: $9/user/month (billed annually).

Who is Freshsales best for?

Freshsales is best for saaS and product-led startups; mid-sized sales teams.

Where does Freshsales rank?

Freshsales is ranked #5 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups (Lister Score 48.2), #6 in Top 10 CRM Software (Lister Score 83.3) and #10 in Top 10 Deal Management Software (Lister Score 74.0).

What are the best alternatives to Freshsales?

The closest alternatives on Lister are HubSpot CRM (#1 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups), Zoho CRM (#2 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups) and monday Sales CRM (#3 in Top 10 CRMs for Startups).

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