Close vs Mailchimp

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

Bottom line: Mailchimp 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
Mailchimp

All-in-one email marketing and marketing automation platform

4.2 / 5From $13/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanCloseMailchimp
FreeNoYes
Starter$49/mo$13/mo
Pro$99/mo$20/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Mailchimp is cheaper at the Starter tier ($13/mo vs $49/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureCloseMailchimp
Built-in calling and SMSYes-
Email sequencesYes-
Power dialerYes-
Pipeline managementYes-
Reporting and leaderboardsYes-
Drag-and-drop email builder-Yes
Marketing automation-Yes
Audience segmentation-Yes
Landing pages-Yes
Predictive analytics-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 Mailchimp if you need...

  • +Industry standard
  • +Easy to use
  • +Strong template library
SolopreneursStartupsMarketersFreelancers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Close or Mailchimp?

Close scores higher in our review (4.5/5 vs 4.2/5). However, Mailchimp may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Close cheaper than Mailchimp?

Yes, Mailchimp is cheaper at the Starter tier ($13/mo).

What is the difference between Close and Mailchimp?

Close focuses on built-in calling and sms and email sequences, while Mailchimp emphasizes drag-and-drop email builder and marketing automation. Close is best for Salespeoples, Startupss, Agenciess, while Mailchimp suits Solopreneurss, Startupss, Marketerss, Freelancerss.

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