Close vs Ghost

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

Bottom line: Ghost is both cheaper and competitive - a strong pick for most teams.

Close

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

4.5 / 5From $49/mo
Ghost

Open-source publishing platform for newsletters and membership sites

4.4 / 5From $9/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanCloseGhost
FreeNoNo
Starter$49/mo$9/mo
Pro$99/mo$25/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Ghost is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo vs $49/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureCloseGhost
Built-in calling and SMSYes-
Email sequencesYes-
Power dialerYes-
Pipeline managementYes-
Reporting and leaderboardsYes-
Newsletter publishing-Yes
Membership and subscriptions-Yes
0% transaction fees-Yes
SEO-optimized-Yes
Self-hosting option-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 Ghost if you need...

  • +No revenue cut
  • +Clean writing experience
  • +Great SEO
  • +Self-host option
Content CreatorsSolopreneursFreelancers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Close or Ghost?

Close scores higher in our review (4.5/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Ghost may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Close cheaper than Ghost?

Yes, Ghost is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo).

What is the difference between Close and Ghost?

Close focuses on built-in calling and sms and email sequences, while Ghost emphasizes newsletter publishing and membership and subscriptions. Close is best for Salespeoples, Startupss, Agenciess, while Ghost suits Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss.

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