HubSpot vs Salesforce

The all-in-one CRM that wants to do everything, so you don't have to juggle a dozen tools—just one massive subscription meets the crm that can do everything, if you're willing to learn its proprietary ways. Here's our take.

HubSpot

Nice Pick

The all-in-one CRM that wants to do everything, so you don't have to juggle a dozen tools—just one massive subscription.

Pros

• Seamless integration of marketing, sales, and service tools in one platform
• User-friendly interface with drag-and-drop builders for non-technical users
• Powerful automation for lead nurturing and email campaigns
• Free tier available for small businesses to get started

Cons

• Can get expensive quickly as you scale and add more features
• Some advanced customization requires technical know-how or premium plans

Salesforce

The CRM that can do everything, if you're willing to learn its proprietary ways.

Pros

• Highly customizable with low-code/no-code tools
• Unified platform for sales, service, marketing, and analytics
• Strong ecosystem with extensive third-party integrations

Cons

• Proprietary languages like Apex and SOQL have a steep learning curve
• Can get expensive quickly with add-ons and scaling

The Verdict

Use HubSpot if: You want seamless integration of marketing, sales, and service tools in one platform and can live with can get expensive quickly as you scale and add more features.

Use Salesforce if: You prioritize highly customizable with low-code/no-code tools over what HubSpot offers.

The Bottom Line

HubSpot wins

The all-in-one CRM that wants to do everything, so you don't have to juggle a dozen tools—just one massive subscription.