Sellsy vs Pipedrive
Short version: Sellsy is the better fit for French SMBs that want CRM plus invoicing and billing together, while Pipedrive is built for small and mid-size sales teams that want a fast, no-fuss pipeline CRM.
Sellsy
French all-in-one CRM, billing & marketing
$29/mo
From ~€29/seat/mo; CRM + invoicing + marketing suite
Pipedrive
Simple, visual pipeline CRM for SMBs
$14/mo
From ~$14/seat/mo; most teams on Advanced/Professional
At a glance
| Spec | Sellsy | Pipedrive |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $29/mo | $14/mo |
| Budget tier | Mid-range | Budget-friendly |
| Complexity | Intermediate | Beginner-friendly |
| Primary category | CRM | CRM |
| Integrations | 50+ | 400+ |
| Founded | 2009 | 2010 |
Feature comparison
Sellsy offers 8 of 11 tracked crm features; Pipedrive offers 10.
| Feature | Sellsy | Pipedrive |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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
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
Which should you choose?
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
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
The verdict
Both are solid crm tools. The best choice comes down to fit: Sellsy for French SMBs that want CRM plus invoicing and billing together, and Pipedrive for small and mid-size sales teams that want a fast, no-fuss pipeline CRM.
Browse all tools →Frequently asked questions
Is Sellsy or Pipedrive 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, Sellsy or Pipedrive?
Neither is strictly better, they're built for different priorities. Sellsy is the stronger pick for French SMBs that want CRM plus invoicing and billing together, while Pipedrive suits small and mid-size sales teams that want a fast, no-fuss pipeline CRM.
What's the main difference between Sellsy and Pipedrive?
Sellsy is intermediate and mid-range, while Pipedrive is beginner-friendly and budget-friendly. On tracked crm features, Sellsy covers 8 and Pipedrive covers 10.