Close vs Trello

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

Bottom line: Trello 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
Trello

Visual kanban board tool for simple project and task management

4.3 / 5From $5/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanCloseTrello
FreeNoYes
Starter$49/mo$5/mo
Pro$99/mo$10/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Trello is cheaper at the Starter tier ($5/mo vs $49/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureCloseTrello
Built-in calling and SMSYes-
Email sequencesYes-
Power dialerYes-
Pipeline managementYes-
Reporting and leaderboardsYes-
Drag-and-drop kanban boards-Yes
Power-Ups and integrations-Yes
Automations via Butler-Yes
Timeline and Calendar views-Yes
Templates library-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 Trello if you need...

  • +Very easy to learn
  • +Great free tier
  • +Visual and intuitive
SolopreneursFreelancersStudentsStartups

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Close or Trello?

Close scores higher in our review (4.5/5 vs 4.3/5). However, Trello may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Close cheaper than Trello?

Yes, Trello is cheaper at the Starter tier ($5/mo).

What is the difference between Close and Trello?

Close focuses on built-in calling and sms and email sequences, while Trello emphasizes drag-and-drop kanban boards and power-ups and integrations. Close is best for Salespeoples, Startupss, Agenciess, while Trello suits Solopreneurss, Freelancerss, Studentss, Startupss.

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