Nutshell CRM vs. Pipeliner CRM

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Nutshell
Score 8.8 out of 10
N/A
Nutshell offers a CRM with contact management, calendar sync, click-to-call, and collaboration features.
$20
per user, per month
Pipeliner CRM
Score 8.7 out of 10
Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
Pipeliner CRM is a sales enablement tool focusing on pipeline management, sales processes, and analytics designed to empower sales professionals. Pipeliner CRM provides a visual sales process, profiles, and charts, all of which aim to help users take the right actions with their buyers and even helps identify key contacts within an organization. Pipeliner CRM Cloud is the latest addition to a product line that already includes Pipeliner CRM Hybrid, an…
$65
Pricing
Nutshell CRMPipeliner CRM
Editions & Modules
Starter
$20
per user, per month
Pro
$35
per user, per month
Pro+
$70
per user, per month
STARTER - Basic sales management, tracking and collaboration
$65.00 per user per month
STARTER - Basic sales management, tracking and collaboration
$65 per user per month
BUSINESS - Full CRM functionality, customization and unique productivity features.
$85 per user per month
BUSINESS - Full CRM functionality, customization and unique productivity features.
$85 per user per month
ENTERPRISE - Full CRM functionality with advanced reporting, customization and services.
$115 per user per month
ENTERPRISE - Full CRM functionality with advanced reporting, customization and services.
$115 per user per month
UNLIMITED - Full CRM functionality with advanced reporting, customization and services.
$150 per user per month
UNLIMITED - Advanced CRM functionality including advanced features
$150 per user per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
NutshellPipeliner CRM
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Nutshell CRMPipeliner CRM
Considered Both Products
Nutshell
Chose Nutshell
QuickBooks is great for accounting needs, but Nutshell is a better CRM. It's more customizable allowing us to ensure our sales process is smooth and the same each time a customer uses our services.
Chose Nutshell
We came from using Big Contacts, which was a simpler CRM program that we just simply outgrew. We entertained a few other CRM programs before deciding on Nutshell back in 2017. We did a demo with SalesForce and it was more advanced than what we needed. I honestly can't quite …
Chose Nutshell
When I first started with BCI, they were using ACT!. It was hard to navigate and there were a lot of spots for duplicate information that made it hard to know if you were in the right spot or not. Then if you had trouble, you would spend 3 hours on the phone with customer …
Chose Nutshell
My understanding is HubSpot CRM is cheap and strength is in marketing/blogs, etc. Nutshell CRM is easy to use and powerful tracking reports.
Chose Nutshell
Well, my team had trials for these others and they all prefer Nutshell for different reasons. I prefer it as I need a user-friendly software to help me out as I am not a big tech guy. I have heard others in the office say things like they like the way activities are scheduled …
Chose Nutshell
We used Salesforce trial, but that was way too costly. We started using Nutshell CRM out of necessity, just to get organized and it seemed easy to use. We now use InfoFlo, simply because it is computer-based, unlimited installs, and a one-time cost.
Chose Nutshell
Nutshell is just as good as these others (for small-medium companies), is much easier to use, and offers more easy-to-use flexibility, and customization that would require an FT admin on these other tools.
Chose Nutshell
We transitioned from GoldMine to Nutshell about 4 years ago, and in fairness to GoldMine, we were using an older version of their software. It was installed locally and didn't have any remote accessibility, so doing anything from the road was a challenge, to say the least. We …
Chose Nutshell
We have used Dynamics CRM for many years. While the tool was indeed powerful, we found ourselves longing for something that has a lower "friction" to just getting things done.
Chose Nutshell
I did not select Nutshell CRM. My employer has that information, but as far as I feel, Nutshell has better uses than Zoho CRM and can be used just as effectively in B2B relations. We only use Nutshell for candidate data, so business contacts are not mixed.
Pipeliner CRM
Chose Pipeliner CRM
The most important reason for selecting pipeliner CRM:-exceptional user engagement through its sales-friendly interface. With its uniform navigation and visual approach, users can learn the system quickly. Users can easily customize what they see to make the system their own. …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Conversely from competitors listed below, Pipeliner CRM does not need expensive certification for its administration daily basis. It is very intuitive and easy to use. Pipeliner CRM has a friendly interface with drag-and-drop functions. this software is designed to deliver …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
As mentioned before, way easier to adopt too.
Customization was easy to get a hang of, the training was superb, and allows anyone to quickly and easily get running with it.
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Another CRM like Creatio is not very user-friendly. With a lot of complications, it might take a long time for a new user to master it, but Pipeliner CRM is easier to use and easier to master within a short period of time, which makes it more efficient and effective than any …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
I will always select Pipeliner CRM because it is very flexible, easy to work with, data capturing is at its best, its integration to other major software’s and it aids in the monitoring of the core work process. One distinctive feature is it is very easy to learn without …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Sales friendly interface with uniform navigation
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Pipeliner is easy to set up and it does not take time to get working other than the other CRM's that take up to 2 months before you can use it. Also pipeliner is easy to use and it is less costly unlike the other CRM's with high prices they charge.
Chose Pipeliner CRM
We wanted a pure cloud-based solution with a reliable mobile app. This was a key driving force: reducing issues around upgrade and IT maintenance of servers etc. It was the first cloud-based solution welcomed by the team with an attractive interface that was common to both …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Easy to integrate, comprehensive navigation, and well-understanding sales process.
Chose Pipeliner CRM
It is better than Pipedrive since its features are more advanced than Pipedrive. Pipeliner has a better mobile app and its features are great to use.
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Pipeliner CRM has robust data entry functionality which is a panacea to exquisite output. On Pipeliner, customization and data viewing options are possible. We can choose the way we view data and information on the platform. Reporting is also easier and flexible because we can …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Pipeliner's visual user interface is a favorite of our sales team. I love the LinkedIn integration. It makes searching and linking in with prospects and customers easy. I also really enjoy how it pulls the pictures. This is especially handy when meeting with someone that you've …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Pipeliner CRM raises the bar far beyond any other currently available CRM. It makes all of your data immediately accessible and usable. It takes you away from constantly having to enter data into your CRM system and allows me to be a consultant and interpret findings from my …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
We have been in the CRM space for a number of years. We represent and implement on-premise and Saas products regularly. Pipeliner CRM is one of those that provides a powerful set of tools for the sales team from agents to management to C-Team. It is the ONLY tool in our kit …
Chose Pipeliner CRM
Don't have experience with any similar products.
Features
Nutshell CRMPipeliner CRM
Sales Force Automation
Comparison of Sales Force Automation features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
5.6
Ratings
32% below category average
Pipeliner CRM
9.0
Ratings
15% above category average
Customer data management / contact management6.00 Ratings8.10 Ratings
Workflow management10.00 Ratings8.90 Ratings
Territory management6.00 Ratings8.90 Ratings
Opportunity management10.00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Integration with email client (e.g., Outlook or Gmail)1.00 Ratings9.70 Ratings
Quote & order management8.00 Ratings9.60 Ratings
Interaction tracking1.00 Ratings8.90 Ratings
Channel / partner relationship management3.00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Contract management00 Ratings8.80 Ratings
Customer Service & Support
Comparison of Customer Service & Support features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
8.8
Ratings
15% above category average
Pipeliner CRM
9.3
Ratings
21% above category average
Case management9.70 Ratings9.10 Ratings
Call center management8.00 Ratings9.10 Ratings
Help desk management00 Ratings9.60 Ratings
Marketing Automation
Comparison of Marketing Automation features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
5.0
Ratings
41% below category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.6
Ratings
13% above category average
Lead management9.00 Ratings8.90 Ratings
Email marketing1.00 Ratings8.20 Ratings
CRM Project Management
Comparison of CRM Project Management features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
8.9
Ratings
16% above category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.8
Ratings
15% above category average
Task management9.00 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Reporting8.80 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Billing and invoicing management00 Ratings9.10 Ratings
CRM Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of CRM Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
8.1
Ratings
7% above category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.3
Ratings
9% above category average
Forecasting8.00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Pipeline visualization7.80 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Customizable reports8.60 Ratings7.50 Ratings
Customization
Comparison of Customization features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
8.3
Ratings
10% above category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.3
Ratings
10% above category average
Custom fields8.00 Ratings8.20 Ratings
Custom objects9.00 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Scripting environment9.00 Ratings9.10 Ratings
API for custom integration7.00 Ratings8.10 Ratings
Security
Comparison of Security features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
7.5
Ratings
10% below category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.2
Ratings
1% below category average
Single sign-on capability9.00 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Role-based user permissions6.00 Ratings8.20 Ratings
Social CRM
Comparison of Social CRM features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
7.5
Ratings
2% above category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.4
Ratings
14% above category average
Social data7.00 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Social engagement8.00 Ratings8.70 Ratings
Integrations with 3rd-party Software
Comparison of Integrations with 3rd-party Software features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
8.0
Ratings
9% above category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.5
Ratings
15% above category average
Marketing automation8.00 Ratings7.90 Ratings
Compensation management8.00 Ratings9.10 Ratings
Platform
Comparison of Platform features of Product A and Product B
Nutshell CRM
6.0
Ratings
20% below category average
Pipeliner CRM
8.2
Ratings
11% above category average
Mobile access6.00 Ratings8.20 Ratings
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Score 10.0 out of 10
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Creatio
Creatio
Score 9.7 out of 10
Creatio
Creatio
Score 9.7 out of 10
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Creatio
Score 9.7 out of 10
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Creatio
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User Ratings
Nutshell CRMPipeliner CRM
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(0 ratings)
9.0
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
(0 ratings)
9.1
(0 ratings)
Usability
7.0
(0 ratings)
9.7
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
9.5
(0 ratings)
8.9
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
8.0
(0 ratings)
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(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Nutshell CRMPipeliner CRM
Likelihood to Recommend
Nutshell is very customizable making it a good fit for smaller companies with out huge budgets for these services. I would think in a larger scale business, you would want a system that is specifically designed for the particular industry.
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Pipeliner CRM is amazingly flexible to your business model. For example, in addition to tracking movement of leads through your sales pipeline, Pipeliner CRM can be used to track internal processes, like RFQ and RFPs through your organization. It's highly adaptable across your organization.
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Pros
  • Nutshell is great with reminders from calls, emails, meetings, and activities it helps you track all of the necessary every day must-do activities.
  • The best thing about Nutshell CRM is that multiple team members can refer to it whether they are in the office or on the road. Nutshell is great on a PC, Mac, or pretty much any mobile device.
  • One of the many things that I personally like about Nutshell is how user-friendly it is. Once you work with it for a day or two everything is super easy to manage.
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  • Clear and easy visualisation of Sales Process
  • Great capability in reporting both in-app with 'filter' and reporting module built-in is easy to use
  • Reporting into pivot table is also easy and very useful
  • Mobile app has always been very good and easy to use since 2015
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Cons
  • SWOT analysis --- currently we put this in as custom fields but they don't link up at all and are hard to read/navigate. We also use the custom fields for other information we want to capture. It would be nice to build those in so they can show the info as bullet points or something --- currently paragraph form and hard to find things at a glance.
  • Funnel could use some work. Only shows how many leads are currently in that part of the pipeline which doesn't give us a good historical comparison.
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  • Pipeliner CRM needs to create a video chat room where you can see exactly where your employee is working in the field.
  • Pipeliner CRM needs to integrate a command where a user can use his voice to command what he wants.
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Likelihood to Renew
This is perfect for a small business / Home based business with SaaS. Nutshell constantly adds new features and the price is much better than more robust software like Salesforce.
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Currently the company is using the Pipeliner CRM because we believe it is a tool that puts the customer as the main focus of business processes in order to understand and anticipate their needs, and then serve them in the best way.
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Usability
It's a good system! However, it's not industry specific so we don have some workarounds to make it work for our company
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I gave that rating level because it reflects both my satisfaction and expectations about PipelinerCRM.Plus, the adoption rate of this software. I mean the usability rate is very low. It just takes, for learning, a couple of hours less than three days roughly. Return on time investment is low also.
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Support Rating
Nutshell's support team has always been great and they tend to go above and beyond. They are polite, friendly, personable and great listeners. They are also great about sending follow up emails too.
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The support from Pipeliner CRM is superb; they have instant customer support and they are on time. They also give enough knowledge of sales and other material for the knowledge. They also have AI in the support by talking with customer support directly from the web or app and so on.
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Implementation Rating
Implementation is difficult everytime but this was relatively simple due to the small amount of data we moved
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Alternatives Considered
I did not select Nutshell CRM. My employer has that information, but as far as I feel, Nutshell has better uses than Zoho CRM and can be used just as effectively in B2B relations. We only use Nutshell for candidate data, so business contacts are not mixed.
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I will always select Pipeliner CRM because it is very flexible, easy to work with, data capturing is at its best, its integration to other major software’s and it aids in the monitoring of the core work process. One distinctive feature is it is very easy to learn without extensive training.
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Return on Investment
  • Tracking - Nutshell allows us to track how many leads or coming for our prospecting or inactive account calling efforts, it has been great for showing results to our management team
  • Organization - Nutshell gives us the opportunity to easily access account or contact history and make connections with the customers we interact with
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  • As a VisualCRM tool, our clients sales teams seem to accelerate their deal closes.
  • The visual tools allow those "no good deals" to be spotted and resource usage limited.
  • A great tool to manage those "pipelines" within the company. A pipe is really a series of actions that constitute a planned result.
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ScreenShots

Pipeliner CRM Screenshots

Screenshot of Pipeliner CRM — A sales enablement tool focused  on pipeline management, sales process & analytics.Screenshot of Can be used with email such as MS Outlook, gmailScreenshot of The pipeline view, to review and forecast sales, manage revenue risk, collaborate with a sales teamScreenshot of Pipeliner CRM opportunity viewScreenshot of Analytics: analyse win/loss rates, review sales person/team/territory performance, set key sales metrics & goals, leading & lagging indicatorsScreenshot of Visual Sales Tool: designed to cut through the noise, focuses on high value activities, everything in one place (no need for multiple tools)