Dubsado vs. Flowlu

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Dubsado
Score 8.0 out of 10
N/A
Dubsado, from the company of the same name Burbank, is a small business technology management solution, providing contact and contract management, invoicing, and calendaring, in an all-in-one solution.
$35
Per Month [3 Users]
Flowlu
Score 8.0 out of 10
N/A
Flowlu is a business operating platform from Cloud Solutions Global FZCO, based in Dubai. Designed to contain all essential tools for project, task, finance, and customer management, Flowlu provides an overview of everything that is going on in a company.
$12
per month per seat
Pricing
DubsadoFlowlu
Editions & Modules
Monthly Plan
$35.00
Per Month [3 Users]
Yearly Plan
$350.00
Per Year [3 Users]
Essential
$12
per month per seat
Advanced
$22
per month per user
Ultimate
Custom
per month per seat
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
DubsadoFlowlu
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
Additional DetailsFor Additional Users: 4-10 users $25.00 per month; 11-20 users $45.00 per month; 21-30 users $60.00 per month25% discount for annual pricing.
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Community Pulse
DubsadoFlowlu
Considered Both Products
Dubsado
Chose Dubsado
Dubsado is more customizable and with robust features. Also, the user interface is visually pleasing but definitely has steep learning curve. Once you get the hang of it, it’s very easy especially with other developers helping users create beautiful form, proposals with ease …
Chose Dubsado
I found HB to be too basic for my needs. It's a much easier setup for non techy people, but its not as customizable as Dubsado.
Chose Dubsado
Dubsado is more of an all in one, is affordable for small business and the usability far out weighs any other platform. The automation is reliable and I would never switch to another provider.
Chose Dubsado
I have tried a few alternatives
Honey Book - similar system, Dubsado has much better features in terms of customizing the estimates and allows to automate the sending of forms. I left Honey Book for Dubsado.
Clust Doc - not the same, but it does overlap in terms of automation …
Chose Dubsado
17 Hats was too complicated, not very visually appealing, and very expensive compared to Dubsado.
Chose Dubsado
Dubsado overall is so multifunctional that the other platforms didn't stand a chance. I will say I do use ClickUp alongside Dubsado. Dubsado isn't super awesome for task organization and management, but ClickUp blows all the other task management software out of the water. …
Flowlu
Chose Flowlu
Just super easy to use in comparison to most
Chose Flowlu
For me, Plutio has a lot of functions and it is hard to understand in the short time. In the other hand, Flowlu has a great U.I and I spend less time learning, understand and process it. Also, I choose Flowlu because it supports to create multi company departments in one account.
Chose Flowlu
We have used other finance tools like Quicken. Flowlu may not have all the features as the others and is still maturing, it has all the basics we need. These other tools also do not have task/project management or HR tools which we can also use. This is the big plus. The …
Chose Flowlu
We previously used Bitrix24 and decided to switch to Flowlu because it offers a CRM with better features.
Another reason was the possibility of financial integration that allows setting up the invoice system and payment gateways, making it easier for our clients to order and …
Chose Flowlu
Essentially, Pipedrive is just a CRM system. On the other hand, Flowlu is a platform that combines CRM, Project management, and invoicing in one place.
Chose Flowlu
In the past, we used Asana and SuiteDash for a brief time and finally moved to Flowlu. Flowlu has a cleaner interface and is much more affordable compared to Asana
Chose Flowlu
Flowlu is all in one platform. Other platforms we being using are limited in features. Some of the software we have been using have strong CRM but very limited feature on project management, similarly tool we have been using for project management is limited in CRM, financing …
Chose Flowlu
ClickUp is an established project management tool we used and Flowlu just has so many more relevant features to actually run a company.
Chose Flowlu
Flowlu is a platform that helps you manage all of your operations with a single, central dashboard. Not only does Flowlu help with tasks like billing and inventory but it also provides workers with the ability to capture all their important data for later reference. It helps us …
Chose Flowlu
I just like it better, it is more logical, and feature-rich of course. CNAME is a big plus also.
Chose Flowlu
Although Omnifocus is a great software. It has reached a saturation point where there is little improvement happening in the last few years whereas flowlu is so open to new ideas and implements them quickly since being a web app.
Chose Flowlu
Flowlu was better than every alternative I explored. Flowlu is the above-average "jack of all trades" which covers most business aspects.

On the other hand, be it Wrike, MindMeister, Airtable or Trello boards, they serve well-defined use cases and primarily cover one business …
Chose Flowlu
I would like to say that although they are all great software, I prefer that I get a complete solution that covers my business needs for a fair price. The support that I have received from Flowlu is top of the line. The onboarding is great too. All in all a great software that …
Chose Flowlu
Ease of use wins every time. This was easy to learn and easy to use.
Chose Flowlu
Flowlu has a lot of great features that are especially helpful with project management and team/client communication. The mind maps in Flowlu are a particularly unique feature that's really awesome to use with projects. I like to use mind maps when creating sitemaps of planned …
Chose Flowlu
Flowlu offers an integrated solution that combines the power of CRM automation and project workflow templates, making all the difference when you want to manage customers journey from the moment they are still a cold lead until when they become a loyal customer. And the good …
Chose Flowlu
Flowlu is quick and easy to use, making it simple to configure and set up automations without a steep learning curve. To properly set up workflow automations in Dubsado and other CRMs, you'll need to devote a significant amount of time to tutorials and/or webinars, and even …
Chose Flowlu
SUITEDASH, DESKERA etc… can be a competitor… But Flowlu can stand on its own. With its generous stacking options, this will be a good alternative to the current apps in the market now.
Chose Flowlu
It is really difficult to find the right fit as far as automation because many solutions are not true automation and rather are semi automation wherein a human still needs to push buttons. It is our goal to remove as much of the button pushing as possible. We are still …
Chose Flowlu
Compared to Suitedash and Swell Flowlu is the more mature product, less buggy, more progressive and a team we are trusting on the long run. First of all we are impressed by the transparent positive communication of the Flowlu team, when confronted with critics. Trust is besides …
Chose Flowlu
Tried a few other CRM and one stop project/ client management solutions. Didn't use them more due to the following reasons:
1) Cost Involved - in using it for a long time
2) Technical Knowledge Required - to make use of newer features
Chose Flowlu
Plutio felt a bit disjointed and the UI had some issues, when reported it kind of went nowhere.
Chose Flowlu
Flowlu is easier to use and has more features, with more coming. Clickup feels like it's more 'open' for any type of business with a lot of customization, whereas Flowlu feels like it was created for niches like my own, yet it can easily and quickly be customized for any type …
Features
DubsadoFlowlu
Sales Force Automation
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Dubsado
9.0
Ratings
15% above category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Customer data management / contact management8.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Workflow management9.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Opportunity management8.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Integration with email client (e.g., Outlook or Gmail)9.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Contract management9.60 Ratings00 Ratings
Quote & order management8.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Interaction tracking9.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Channel / partner relationship management8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Customer Service & Support
Comparison of Customer Service & Support features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
8.2
Ratings
8% above category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Case management7.20 Ratings00 Ratings
Call center management10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Help desk management7.30 Ratings00 Ratings
Marketing Automation
Comparison of Marketing Automation features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
8.1
Ratings
7% above category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Lead management8.10 Ratings00 Ratings
CRM Project Management
Comparison of CRM Project Management features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
7.6
Ratings
0% below category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Task management6.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Billing and invoicing management8.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Reporting7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
CRM Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of CRM Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
8.3
Ratings
9% above category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Forecasting8.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Pipeline visualization8.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Customizable reports7.60 Ratings00 Ratings
Customization
Comparison of Customization features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
8.8
Ratings
16% above category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Custom fields8.30 Ratings00 Ratings
Custom objects8.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Scripting environment9.90 Ratings00 Ratings
API for custom integration8.50 Ratings00 Ratings
Security
Comparison of Security features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
7.9
Ratings
5% below category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Single sign-on capability7.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Role-based user permissions8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Social CRM
Comparison of Social CRM features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
6.9
Ratings
6% below category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Social data6.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Social engagement6.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Integrations with 3rd-party Software
Comparison of Integrations with 3rd-party Software features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
4.7
Ratings
44% below category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Marketing automation5.50 Ratings00 Ratings
Compensation management4.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Platform
Comparison of Platform features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
6.9
Ratings
6% below category average
Flowlu
-
Ratings
Mobile access6.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Project Management
Comparison of Project Management features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
-
Ratings
Flowlu
8.3
Ratings
8% above category average
Task Management00 Ratings8.70 Ratings
Resource Management00 Ratings8.90 Ratings
Gantt Charts00 Ratings7.90 Ratings
Scheduling00 Ratings8.10 Ratings
Workflow Automation00 Ratings8.60 Ratings
Team Collaboration00 Ratings8.60 Ratings
Support for Agile Methodology00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Support for Waterfall Methodology00 Ratings7.70 Ratings
Document Management00 Ratings8.20 Ratings
Email integration00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Mobile Access00 Ratings7.50 Ratings
Timesheet Tracking00 Ratings7.90 Ratings
Change request and Case Management00 Ratings7.90 Ratings
Budget and Expense Management00 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Professional Services Automation
Comparison of Professional Services Automation features of Product A and Product B
Dubsado
-
Ratings
Flowlu
8.2
Ratings
8% above category average
Quotes/estimates00 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Invoicing00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Project & financial reporting00 Ratings8.40 Ratings
Integration with accounting software00 Ratings7.50 Ratings
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User Ratings
DubsadoFlowlu
Likelihood to Recommend
9.4
(0 ratings)
6.8
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.0
(0 ratings)
8.6
(0 ratings)
Usability
8.9
(0 ratings)
8.7
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
9.2
(0 ratings)
6.1
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
DubsadoFlowlu
Likelihood to Recommend
Dubsado is perfect for service-based businesses and I always recommend to my clients, the only time it doesn't work is if someone doesn't have the budget yet or is a start up.
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To manage the workflows of our business, we used a number of tools before we began using Flowlu. It combines CRM, project & task management, team communication, invoicing, and account management into a single tool. We are able to save a lot of time and effort by using this all-in-one solution.
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Pros
  • Invoicing & expense reporting all in one place! I don't have to spend hours poring over my bank account transactions to find my biz expenses anymore!
  • The built-in call scheduler is awesome! I can create various appointment schedulers with multiple availabilities, and collect payments right up front, too!
  • Dubsado also has a sweet Client Portal where my clients can login and see all their activity with me at a glance.
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  • The system of adding only the features you need by installing as separated modules makes it easy to learn without being overwhelmed by the lots of features.
  • I really like its structure and clear interface. Not wasting much time by searching for the right buttons and settings. Looks like the developers use their own tool for everyday work
  • Flowlu offers a custom domain option to fully integrate fully it into our company toolbox. This helps offering a seamless experience for our clients.
  • The elaborated invoice module was the final argument for us to switch to Flowlu.
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Cons
  • the task list feature is very basic
  • the UI is a little clunky
  • more integrations with other software such as Clickup
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  • Flowlu should allow user to import their own invoice into app
  • Fellow should have their own email marketing system
  • It should integrate woo-commerce, a big e-commerce platform on WordPress. This will support users will in managing and sending emails to their customers.
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Likelihood to Renew
There are some similar programs out there that are offering ambassador accounts.
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I have found Flowlu while searching [for] a collaborative tool for a friend's non-profit organization. As I read the description and made a trial test, I fell in love with the tool. So we are definitely going to renew. Not only because the delivered solutions are great but also because Flowlu's roadmap seems very [promising].
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Usability
There are no words I can say to accurately capture how much Dubsado has changed my client onboarding experience (And also how much time it has saved me!!!!)
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It is full of features, there are many ways to perform a single tasks. Overall the experience is great [up to] now, support is also good. We normally get support in a few hours. The best is that everything is very easy and self explanatory so we did not find any issue in onboarding and daily usability.
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Support Rating
They don’t have live support chat but they have email support. They get back to their customers fairly quickly and continues to provide free resources that will help users understand how it works. The only thing is that they take time when it comes to implementing features that makes so much sense to implement given many users have encountered similar issues while using the tool. But they have a great social community so that helps.
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Support is highly responsive and receptive to feedback. There is an integrated live chat script which allows for intuitive and accessible communication. Beyond the official support channels, they also actively manage a Facebook group for other Flowlu users to share ideas and answer questions. Another big pro in my book is having a public roadmap.
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Alternatives Considered
Dubsado is more customizable and with robust features. Also, the user interface is visually pleasing but definitely has steep learning curve. Once you get the hang of it, it’s very easy especially with other developers helping users create beautiful form, proposals with ease without needing to know how to code. HoneyBook is not available for people outside USA & Canada. I haven’t used 17hats for a very long time but the user interface is pretty much the same
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I would like to say that although they are all great software, I prefer that I get a complete solution that covers my business needs for a fair price. The support that I have received from Flowlu is top of the line. The onboarding is great too. All in all a great software that I really like.
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Return on Investment
  • It takes a lot of time to set up, but once you do (or hire a professional) you will have an amazing and efficient system that allows for an excellent client experience
  • Having tried other platforms, I appreciate the customizable features of Dubsado not found elsewhere. Its workflows/automations are superior to some other systems
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  • It's helped making hiring extremely easy. Onboarding new clients is a snap.
  • Creating new projects takes minutes rather than nearly an hour on some other apps.
  • I am probably saving 10+ hours per week on work these days because of how easy everything is to set up. Once I get all my training set up in the Knowledgebase I will save even more time.
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