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Best Pipedrive Alternatives for Agencies (2026)
By Red Kite Search Agency Created Updated 7 min read
Summary
Pipedrive is a solid choice, but it does not fit every agency. HubSpot: CRM and sales software with a free tier. HighLevel: All-in-one CRM, automation and white-label platform for agencies. HoneyBook: Client management for independent service businesses. Prices and ratings below were checked in October 2026.
What are the best Pipedrive alternatives for agencies in 2026?
Pipedrive is a simple, affordable deal CRM, but it is narrower than all-in-one tools, and its security and mobile detail was thin on the pages checked.
We compared each option with Pipedrive on price, scope, and public ratings, so you can see what you would gain and give up by switching. Decide how much beyond a pipeline you need first.
The three alternatives below are the usual comparisons: a broader CRM, an agency platform, and a client-management tool.
The shortlist is HubSpot, HighLevel, HoneyBook. The table puts them next to Pipedrive.
| Tool | Editorial score | Review-site ratings | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipedrive | 4.2 / 5 | G2 4.3 | Lite $14, Growth $39, Premium $59 and Ultimate $79 per seat per month on annual billing, with a 14-day free trial. | Small to mid-size teams |
| HubSpot | 4.4 / 5 | G2 4.4 | Free tools for up to 2 users. Sales Hub Starter $7 and Professional $90 per seat per month on annual billing ($20 and $100 monthly); Enterprise starts at $150 per seat. | Small teams to enterprises |
| HighLevel | 4.4 / 5 | G2 4.6 | 14-day free trial. Starter $97, Unlimited $297 and Agency Pro $497 per month; annual billing is cheaper. | Small to large agencies |
| HoneyBook | 4.1 / 5 | G2 4.5 | 30-day free trial. Starter $29, Essentials $49 and Premium $109 per month, billed yearly. | Freelancers and very small teams |
Why do agencies look for Pipedrive alternatives?
Agencies usually look beyond Pipedrive for marketing and service tools, white-labeling, or published security evidence.
Others want proposals and contracts built in.
Common limitations of Pipedrive
- Monthly-billing prices were not shown on the pricing page.
- Security certifications, SSO and 2FA details were not found (the security page returned an error).
- Mobile app availability and plan-by-plan support were not stated.
- Pipeline-centric, with less built-in marketing and client management than all-in-one tools.
Is HubSpot a good Pipedrive alternative for agencies?
HubSpot has a free tier, a large marketplace, and SOC 2 Type 2 evidence. It costs more at Professional and adds onboarding fees.
HubSpot Smart CRM and Sales Hub combine contact management, deal pipelines, sequences, forecasting and AI agents on one platform, with a free tier and Starter, Professional and Enterprise plans priced per seat. It has more than 2,000 app marketplace integrations and a Solutions Partner Program for agencies.
Who it suits: Agencies that want a mainstream CRM for their own sales pipeline, with a free start and room to grow into marketing and service tools.
HubSpot pros
- Free CRM tools for up to two users with no credit card.
- Starter from $7 per seat per month on annual billing.
- More than 2,000 integrations in the app marketplace.
- SOC 2 Type 2 report, GDPR consent tools, 2FA and an EU data center option.
HubSpot cons
- Professional costs $90 per seat per month and requires a one-time $1,500 onboarding fee.
- Enterprise requires a one-time $3,500 onboarding fee.
- Advanced SAML SSO is enterprise tier only.
- Client accounts and multi-account features for agencies were not stated.
Is HighLevel a good Pipedrive alternative for agencies?
HighLevel is a white-label agency platform with unlimited users and contacts and sub-accounts. It has a steeper learning curve.
HighLevel (GoHighLevel) is an agency platform that combines CRM, funnels, automation, messaging and reputation tools with sub-accounts, snapshots, white-labeling and a SaaS mode that lets agencies resell the software. Every plan has unlimited contacts and users, 24/7 support and a 14-day trial.
Who it suits: Agencies that want one white-label platform to run client marketing and automation and to resell as their own software.
HighLevel pros
- Unlimited contacts and users on every plan, with 24/7 support listed.
- Starter at $97 a month with 3 sub-accounts; Unlimited at $297 with unlimited sub-accounts.
- Agency Pro adds SaaS Mode, automated sub-account creation and rebilling with markup.
- A snapshot library of pre-built accounts and a white-labeled web app.
HighLevel cons
- Paid add-ons include HIPAA at $297 a month, premium support at $500 a month and a white-label mobile app at $497 a month.
- SOC 2, GDPR, SSO and 2FA were not stated on the pages checked.
- An integration count was not stated.
- Starter is limited to 3 sub-accounts.
Is HoneyBook a good Pipedrive alternative for agencies?
HoneyBook includes proposals, contracts, invoices, and a client portal for small teams. It lacks a sales pipeline.
HoneyBook is a client management platform with proposals, contracts, invoices and payments, a client portal, scheduling, automations and an AI assistant. It sells Starter, Essentials and Premium plans billed yearly, with a 30-day free trial.
Who it suits: Freelancers, creative studios and very small agencies that want proposals, contracts and payments in one place.
HoneyBook pros
- Unlimited clients and projects on every plan.
- Proposals, contracts, invoices, payments and a client portal from $29 a month billed yearly.
- Essentials adds a scheduler, automations and QuickBooks Online integration.
- A 30-day free trial.
HoneyBook cons
- Essentials allows only 2 team members and Premium unlocks unlimited team members.
- Monthly-billing prices were not shown; prices are stated as billed yearly.
- Lead forms are capped at 2 on Starter and 10 on Essentials.
- Security, support hours and mobile detail were not stated on the pricing page.
What is the quick verdict on each Pipedrive alternative?
If you only have a minute, this table gives our verdict on each alternative to Pipedrive, based on the research above.
| Tool | Verdict | Editorial score |
|---|---|---|
| HubSpot | A strong, well-supported CRM with a free tier, SOC 2 Type 2 evidence and a huge integration marketplace. Entry pricing is low but jumps sharply at Professional, which also carries a one-time onboarding fee, and agency-specific client account features were not stated on the pricing page. | 4.4 / 5 |
| HighLevel | The most agency-specific CRM here, with unlimited users and contacts, sub-accounts, snapshots, rebilling and SaaS mode at flat prices. Many useful features are paid add-ons, and security and compliance detail was not stated on the pages checked. | 4.4 / 5 |
| HoneyBook | A polished, easy client-management tool for solo and small service businesses, with flat prices and unlimited clients on every plan. It is not a sales pipeline CRM for larger agencies, team seats are limited below Premium, and monthly prices were not shown. | 4.1 / 5 |
How much do Pipedrive and its alternatives cost?
Pipedrive Growth costs $39 per seat per month on annual billing. HubSpot Starter costs $7 per seat, HighLevel Starter costs $97 a month, and HoneyBook Starter costs $29 a month billed yearly.
| Tool | Pricing summary |
|---|---|
| Pipedrive | Lite $14, Growth $39, Premium $59 and Ultimate $79 per seat per month on annual billing, with a 14-day free trial. |
| HubSpot | Free tools for up to 2 users. Sales Hub Starter $7 and Professional $90 per seat per month on annual billing ($20 and $100 monthly); Enterprise starts at $150 per seat. |
| HighLevel | 14-day free trial. Starter $97, Unlimited $297 and Agency Pro $497 per month; annual billing is cheaper. |
| HoneyBook | 30-day free trial. Starter $29, Essentials $49 and Premium $109 per month, billed yearly. |
What do reviewers say about Pipedrive and its alternatives?
Review-site scores are a useful signal for how happy teams are after the first few months. They are snapshots from October 2026, and review counts differ widely between tools.
| Tool | Source | Rating | Number of reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pipedrive | G2 | 4.3 / 5 | 5,085 |
| HubSpot | G2 | 4.4 / 5 | 14,365 |
| HighLevel | G2 | 4.6 / 5 | 653 |
| HoneyBook | G2 | 4.5 / 5 | 250 |
Which Pipedrive alternative suits which kind of agency?
The right pick depends mostly on team size, how clients interact with the tool, and whether you need money data. This table maps common situations to a recommendation.
| Agency situation | Best pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growing teams | HubSpot | A broader platform. |
| Agencies | HighLevel | White-label software. |
| Solo operators | HoneyBook | Client management. |
How hard is it to switch away from Pipedrive?
Export deals, contacts, and organizations from Pipedrive as CSV before you leave.
Rebuild pipelines and automations in the new tool.
Run both for a few weeks to confirm nothing is lost.
Before you leave Pipedrive
- List the pipelines and fields you use.
- Check integrations.
- Compare cost per seat.
- Export data.
- Overlap for a sales cycle.
How do you choose the right Pipedrive alternative?
Decide how much beyond a pipeline you need.
Compare per-seat and flat pricing for your team.
A quick decision guide
- Choose HubSpot for a broader CRM and a free tier.
- Choose HighLevel for white-label agency software.
- Choose HoneyBook for client proposals and payments.
- Stay with Pipedrive for a simple, affordable pipeline.
- Trial two tools with your real deals.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best Pipedrive alternative?
- HubSpot for breadth, HighLevel for white-label software, and HoneyBook for client management.
- Why do agencies look beyond Pipedrive?
- A narrower scope and thin published security detail.
- Which alternative has a free tier?
- HubSpot.
- Which alternative is white-label?
- HighLevel.
- Does Pipedrive have a free trial?
- Yes, 14 days.
Sources
Prices, plan limits, and ratings were gathered in October 2026 from:
- Pipedrive pricing page
- HubSpot pricing page
- HighLevel pricing page
- HoneyBook pricing page