Close vs Neon

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

Bottom line: Neon 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
Neon

Serverless Postgres with branching, autoscaling, and generous free tier

4.6 / 5From $19/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanCloseNeon
FreeNoYes
Starter$49/mo$19/mo
Pro$99/mo-
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Neon is cheaper at the Starter tier ($19/mo vs $49/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureCloseNeon
Built-in calling and SMSYes-
Email sequencesYes-
Power dialerYes-
Pipeline managementYes-
Reporting and leaderboardsYes-
Serverless Postgres-Yes
Database branching-Yes
Autoscaling to zero-Yes
Point-in-time restore-Yes
Read replicas-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 Neon if you need...

  • +Scales to zero cost
  • +Database branching is a game-changer
  • +Fast cold starts
DevelopersStartupsFounders

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Close or Neon?

Neon scores higher in our review (4.6/5 vs 4.5/5). However, Close may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Close cheaper than Neon?

Yes, Neon is cheaper at the Starter tier ($19/mo).

What is the difference between Close and Neon?

Close focuses on built-in calling and sms and email sequences, while Neon emphasizes serverless postgres and database branching. Close is best for Salespeoples, Startupss, Agenciess, while Neon suits Developerss, Startupss, Founderss.

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