Head-to-head test · cycle Oct 14, 2026
Close 65 vs Pipedrive 65
A tie on the buyer test. Close starts lower: $9/user/mo vs $14/user/mo.
| Test | Close | Pipedrive |
|---|---|---|
| Published pricing20 pts | ✓ 20 | ✓ 20 |
| Plan transparency15 pts | ✓ 15 | ✓ 15 |
| No hidden fees15 pts | ◐ 10 | ◐ 10 |
| Free plan10 pts | ✕ 0 | ✕ 0 |
| Small-team access15 pts | ✓ 15 | ◐ 10 |
| Industry integrations15 pts | ✕ 0 | ✕ 0 |
| Google and Microsoft fit10 pts | ◐ 5 | ✓ 10 |
| Total | 65 | 65 |
| Starting price | $9/user/mo Published | $14/user/mo Published |
| 10-user first year | $1,080 | $1,680 |
| Best for | 1–50 users | 2–50 users |
| Integrations | Google Workspace | Google WorkspaceMicrosoft 365 |
| Hidden fees found | Telephony billed per minute (about $0.02) | LeadBooster and Campaigns are priced separately |
Questions buyers ask
Which scores higher, Close or Pipedrive?
They tie at 65.
Which is cheaper to start?
Close starts lower: $9/user/mo vs $14/user/mo.