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Here is how Pipedrive and Zoho CRM compare on price, free plans and our scores. This quick view is built from the facts we have checked so far.
Overall winner
Pipedrive
Pipedrive scores 8.3/10 to Zoho CRM’s 8.0/10 on our weighted scorecard. Best for: small sales teams that live in their pipeline.
Category wins: Pipedrive 2, Zoho CRM 2, tied 1. How we score
| PipedriveOverall winner |  Zoho CRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Small sales teams that live in their pipeline | Budget-conscious teams that want lots of features |
| Paid plans from | $14/monthLite plan, per seat, billed annually | $14/monthStandard edition, per user, billed annually ($20 billed monthly) |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | 14 days | Not listed |
| Overall score | 8.3/10 Better | 8.0/10 |
| Ease of use | 9.0/10 Better | 7.0/10 |
| Features | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 Better |
| Value for money | 8.0/10 | 9.0/10 Better |
| Support | 8.0/10 Better | 7.0/10 |
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Prices checked on the vendors’ websites on 10 November 2026. Prices change often, so check before you buy.
Pipedrive
Sales pipeline CRM built around deals
- Best for
- Small sales teams that live in their pipeline
- Paid plans from
- $14/monthLite plan, per seat, billed annually
- Free plan
- No
- Free trial
- 14 days
What we like
- Visual pipeline that is easy to learn
- 14-day free trial, no credit card needed
- Strong mobile app
Watch out for
- No free plan
- Automations and reporting are limited on the Lite plan
- Costs add up per seat
Prices checked on the vendors’ websites on 10 November 2026. Prices change often, so check before you buy.
Zoho CRM
Feature-rich, budget-friendly CRM with a free edition
- Best for
- Budget-conscious teams that want lots of features
- Paid plans from
- $14/monthStandard edition, per user, billed annually ($20 billed monthly)
- Free plan
- Yes
What we like
- Free edition for up to 3 users
- Lots of features for the price
- Works with the wider Zoho app suite
Watch out for
- Interface can feel busy
- Setup takes longer than simpler CRMs
- Support quality varies by plan
Prices checked on the vendors’ websites on 10 November 2026. Prices change often, so check before you buy.
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