Close vs ActiveCampaign

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: ActiveCampaign is both cheaper and higher-rated - a strong pick for most teams.

Close

CRM built for inside sales teams with built-in calling and SMS

4.5 / 5From $49/mo
ActiveCampaign

Advanced email marketing automation with built-in CRM

4.5 / 5From $15/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanCloseActiveCampaign
FreeNoNo
Starter$49/mo$15/mo
Pro$99/mo$79/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

ActiveCampaign is cheaper at the Starter tier ($15/mo vs $49/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureCloseActiveCampaign
Built-in calling and SMSYes-
Email sequencesYes-
Power dialerYes-
Pipeline managementYes-
Reporting and leaderboardsYes-
Visual automation builder-Yes
CRM with deal pipelines-Yes
Lead scoring-Yes
SMS marketing-Yes
Site tracking-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Close if you need...

  • +Best CRM for calling teams
  • +All-in-one sales engagement
  • +Fast and reliable
SalespeopleStartupsAgencies

Choose ActiveCampaign if you need...

  • +Most powerful email automation
  • +Strong CRM integration
  • +Excellent deliverability
MarketersAgenciesStartupsEnterprise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Close or ActiveCampaign?

Both tools score 4.5/5 in our review. The best choice depends on your specific use case, budget, and team size.

Is Close cheaper than ActiveCampaign?

Yes, ActiveCampaign is cheaper at the Starter tier ($15/mo).

What is the difference between Close and ActiveCampaign?

Close focuses on built-in calling and sms and email sequences, while ActiveCampaign emphasizes visual automation builder and crm with deal pipelines. Close is best for Salespeoples, Startupss, Agenciess, while ActiveCampaign suits Marketerss, Agenciess, Startupss, Enterprises.

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