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Zoho CRM

AI tool

Affordable AI-powered CRM suite

4.3
Freemium · from $14/user/mo
Best for Budget-conscious SMBs needing full CRM+marketing
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Overview

Zoho CRM offers sales pipeline management, marketing automation, and Zia AI insights across a broad app ecosystem, at a fraction of HubSpot's enterprise pricing.

Key features

  • Zia AI sales assistant
  • Marketing automation
  • Pipeline and deal management
  • Extensive app marketplace

Pros

  • Much cheaper than HubSpot
  • Broad ecosystem of integrations
  • Good automation depth

Cons

  • UI less polished
  • Support can be slower

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