Pipedrive vs Sellsy
Short version: Pipedrive is the better fit for small and mid-size sales teams that want a fast, no-fuss pipeline CRM, while Sellsy is built for French SMBs that want CRM plus invoicing and billing together.
Pipedrive
Simple, visual pipeline CRM for SMBs
$14/mo
From ~$14/seat/mo; most teams on Advanced/Professional
Sellsy
French all-in-one CRM, billing & marketing
$29/mo
From ~€29/seat/mo; CRM + invoicing + marketing suite
At a glance
| Spec | Pipedrive | Sellsy |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $14/mo | $29/mo |
| Budget tier | Budget-friendly | Mid-range |
| Complexity | Beginner-friendly | Intermediate |
| Primary category | CRM | CRM |
| Integrations | 400+ | 50+ |
| Founded | 2010 | 2009 |
Feature comparison
Pipedrive offers 10 of 11 tracked crm features; Sellsy offers 8.
| Feature | Pipedrive | Sellsy |
|---|---|---|
| Visual pipeline management | ||
| Contact & company records | ||
| Email sync & tracking | ||
| Workflow automation | ||
| Reporting & dashboards | ||
| Built-in dialer | ||
| Sales forecasting | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Free plan | ||
| API & webhooks | ||
| Priority / 24-7 support |
Pipedrive
Pros
- Cleanest visual pipeline, reps adopt it instantly
- Affordable and quick to set up
- Solid automation and reminders for the price
Cons
- Lighter on marketing and support features
- Reporting less powerful than HubSpot/Salesforce
- Add-ons raise the real cost
Sellsy
Pros
- CRM, quotes, and invoicing in one French suite
- French accounting and compliance native
- Good value for SMBs
Cons
- Mostly relevant to the French market
- Less customizable than Salesforce
- Smaller integration catalog
Which should you choose?
Choose Pipedrive if…
- you want cleanest visual pipeline, reps adopt it instantly
- you want affordable and quick to set up
- you want solid automation and reminders for the price
Choose Sellsy if…
- you want CRM, quotes, and invoicing in one French suite
- you want French accounting and compliance native
- you want good value for SMBs
The verdict
Both are solid crm tools. The best choice comes down to fit: Pipedrive for small and mid-size sales teams that want a fast, no-fuss pipeline CRM, and Sellsy for French SMBs that want CRM plus invoicing and billing together.
Browse all tools →Frequently asked questions
Is Pipedrive or Sellsy cheaper?
Pipedrive is the more affordable option ($14/mo versus $29/mo). The lower sticker price isn't always the better value, though, weigh the tier your team will actually land on and any add-ons.
Which is better, Pipedrive or Sellsy?
Neither is strictly better, they're built for different priorities. Pipedrive is the stronger pick for small and mid-size sales teams that want a fast, no-fuss pipeline CRM, while Sellsy suits French SMBs that want CRM plus invoicing and billing together.
What's the main difference between Pipedrive and Sellsy?
Pipedrive is beginner-friendly and budget-friendly, while Sellsy is intermediate and mid-range. On tracked crm features, Pipedrive covers 10 and Sellsy covers 8.