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EspoCRM — open source alternative

Fast, lightweight open source CRM.

Strengths

  • Snappy UI and modern feel.
  • Workflow and reporting included in community edition.
  • Docker deploy works well.

Weaknesses

  • Smaller extension ecosystem than SuiteCRM.
  • Some advanced modules are paid extensions.
  • Smaller partner network.
License: AGPL-3.0 Self-host difficulty: 2/5 Hosted cloud optionMobile: iOS, Android

Official site · Source on GitHub

EspoCRM is used as an alternative to

HubSpot CRM

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Salesforce

Enterprise CRM and customer platform.

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Pipedrive

Sales pipeline CRM for small and mid-market teams.

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SuiteCRM

Open source enterprise CRM — SugarCRM fork.

License: AGPL-3.0

Twenty

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License: AGPL-3.0

Odoo CRM

Open source CRM as part of a full ERP suite — free Community edition available.

License: LGPL-3.0

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