Maximizer CRM vs. MethodCRM

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Maximizer CRM
Score 8.5 out of 10
N/A
Maximizer CRM is a customer relationship management (CRM) software built to maximize sales leads and calls.
$29
Per User / Month
MethodCRM
Score 9.1 out of 10
N/A
Method:crm is a QuickBooks-integrated, cloud-based CRM platform.
$35
per month per user
Pricing
Maximizer CRMMethodCRM
Editions & Modules
Small Office
$29
Per User / Month
Business Plus
$49
Per User / Month
Business Plus
$49
Per User / Month
Insights
$89
Per User / Month
Insights
$89
Per User / Month
CRM Quick Start
$35
per month per user
CRM Pro
$59
per month per user
CRM Enterprise
$97
per month per user
CRM Multi-Entity
Custom Quote
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Maximizer CRMMethodCRM
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup Fee$29 per user/MonthNo setup fee
Additional DetailsAll pricing in USD. Monthly no contract subscription option available.Discount available for annual billing.
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Community Pulse
Maximizer CRMMethodCRM
Considered Both Products
Maximizer CRM
Chose Maximizer CRM
I’d definitely rate them the lowest, simply for the fact that their final interactions with me were far from professional. I was genuinely stunned at [what seemed to me like] this company’s arrogance and unwillingness to look at my issues from my company’s perspective. Over a …
Chose Maximizer CRM
Maximizer is far and away the best product for the price. It has great features and is a fraction of the cost of programs like SalesForce. I find it much easier to use than Oracle or Outlook. For the money, you won't find a better customer relationship management software …
Chose Maximizer CRM
We were in the process of implementing MS Dynamics CRM, but the service providers did a bad job, and the lack of multi-select pick lists in Dynamic's CRM paved the way for Maximizer CRM.
Chose Maximizer CRM
We chose to go with Microsoft Dynamics CRM over Maximizer because of the customization and marketing options that were associated with Dynamics. The ease of use with Maximizer, however, was far better than that of Microsoft Dynamics.
MethodCRM
Chose MethodCRM
Method:CRM is a more affordable and user-friendly CRM. It is easier to manage Method:CRM without having to purchase a bunch of add-ons like you do with Salesforce. You get what you see in the demonstration without hidden costs. The ability to create custom fields is great. …
Chose MethodCRM
Method communicates with QuickBooks better than Salesforce did. Method also provides better tools for notes and opportunities than Business Central or ACT!
Chose MethodCRM
Easier to use than Autorask or Manage. Less expensive than Salesforce while still delivering a lot of functionality, 8n a slightly less elegant fashion.
Chose MethodCRM
We were using Quickbooks Desktop Enterprise for a very long time. However, the software is archaic and dated. Method allows us to step into the 21st century. We now have much more online / automated interactions with our customers. We like that Method also lets us customize a …
Chose MethodCRM
We chose Method over Salesforce because we felt as though they were not tailored to our size of the company and our specific needs overall. They offered many things that we found very appealing but at the end of the day, we knew that with most importantly we needed a CRM to …
Chose MethodCRM
Work is essentially a calendar and a set of tasks. Method allows me to set up recurring onboarding task lists and keep track of all customer touchpoint in one place.
Chose MethodCRM
I am not familiar with any other products
Chose MethodCRM
We chose Method:CRM for the QuickBooks integration. It was important for us to have integrations that allowed us to view payments, organize our contacts, and manage our sales force. There were some learning curves, however, such as creating activities, leads, customers and …
Chose MethodCRM
Method is by far the easiest of all platforms. It brings a lot of great features that salesforce has as well as email campaign features like constant contact, all in one. The only thing I would add would be more reporting and custom report capability.
Chose MethodCRM
Method is really designed for those who use QuickBooks. I like there is no cost to integrate with the software. Like other crm the user would have to an additional to integrate, but all features of QuickBooks would not able to integrate especially payments. Method has all …
Chose MethodCRM
I believe that Method:CRM is far superior to Salesforce and the others mentioned above for the following reasons:
  1. It is scalable and affordable.
  2. It doesn't take an engineering degree to learn how to use it.
Chose MethodCRM
I have not used other similar products.
Chose MethodCRM
It's highly customizable and user friendly.
Chose MethodCRM
We also have used a few other tools such as Insightly. Hands down Method: CRM lead management, quickbook automation & notifications wins the game.
Chose MethodCRM
I was not a part of the selection process of Method:CRM but I was part of the decision to cancel the service and I was a part of the decision-making group that found the alternative solution to what Method was doing for us. The thing that set the others apart from Method was …
Chose MethodCRM
Connectwise was a great product it was just not cost effective for our company. We actually really liked how Connectwise worked, it was just WAY too expensive.
Chose MethodCRM
I love the infinite customization available in Method CRM. No other CRM offers as much ROI and flexibility of design of the user interface. However Method's built-in feature set doesn't include many of the extras that might be found in a more niche product. Furthermore, while …
Features
Maximizer CRMMethodCRM
Sales Force Automation
Comparison of Sales Force Automation features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.8
Ratings
125% below category average
MethodCRM
8.0
Ratings
2% above category average
Customer data management / contact management1.10 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Workflow management1.10 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Territory management1.10 Ratings1.80 Ratings
Opportunity management1.10 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Integration with email client (e.g., Outlook or Gmail)1.10 Ratings8.80 Ratings
Contract management3.10 Ratings8.70 Ratings
Quote & order management1.10 Ratings9.20 Ratings
Interaction tracking4.00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Channel / partner relationship management2.10 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Customer Service & Support
Comparison of Customer Service & Support features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
150% below category average
MethodCRM
10.0
Ratings
26% above category average
Case management1.10 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Call center management1.10 Ratings9.90 Ratings
Help desk management1.10 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Marketing Automation
Comparison of Marketing Automation features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
150% below category average
MethodCRM
8.9
Ratings
14% above category average
Lead management1.10 Ratings8.80 Ratings
Email marketing1.10 Ratings9.00 Ratings
CRM Project Management
Comparison of CRM Project Management features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
150% below category average
MethodCRM
7.5
Ratings
3% below category average
Task management1.10 Ratings9.20 Ratings
Billing and invoicing management1.10 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Reporting1.10 Ratings3.50 Ratings
CRM Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of CRM Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
150% below category average
MethodCRM
7.7
Ratings
0% above category average
Forecasting1.10 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Pipeline visualization1.10 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Customizable reports1.10 Ratings6.00 Ratings
Customization
Comparison of Customization features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
150% below category average
MethodCRM
7.5
Ratings
2% below category average
Custom fields1.10 Ratings6.50 Ratings
Custom objects1.00 Ratings6.50 Ratings
Scripting environment1.10 Ratings9.20 Ratings
API for custom integration1.10 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Security
Comparison of Security features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
154% below category average
MethodCRM
8.2
Ratings
3% below category average
Single sign-on capability1.10 Ratings8.20 Ratings
Role-based user permissions1.10 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Social CRM
Comparison of Social CRM features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
149% below category average
MethodCRM
-
Ratings
Social data1.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Social engagement1.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Integrations with 3rd-party Software
Comparison of Integrations with 3rd-party Software features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.0
Ratings
153% below category average
MethodCRM
10.0
Ratings
28% above category average
Marketing automation1.00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Compensation management1.00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Platform
Comparison of Platform features of Product A and Product B
Maximizer CRM
1.1
Ratings
150% below category average
MethodCRM
7.5
Ratings
2% below category average
Mobile access1.10 Ratings7.50 Ratings
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User Ratings
Maximizer CRMMethodCRM
Likelihood to Recommend
1.1
(0 ratings)
8.3
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
(0 ratings)
10.0
(0 ratings)
Usability
1.0
(0 ratings)
9.0
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
1.0
(0 ratings)
10.0
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(0 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Maximizer CRMMethodCRM
Likelihood to Recommend
Maximizer CRM is a great tool for customer relationship management. I would like to see more integration with other CRM programs to allow existing data to be easily imported. I would like to see an expanded calendar with better visibility to different users. For the price, it is a very powerful tool that we use daily.
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Method[:CRM] is well suited when you have a large company that needs to keep track of customers. It also connects with Quickbooks and that has really been nice for our organization. Our company is small so this really helps us stay on track and build our data base of customers.
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Pros
  • Their sales team is engaging
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  • The customization team is brilliant!
  • The various integrations, QBO & Gmail, help me keep track of all customer interactions.
  • The more organized I am, the more time I have to take care of my clients!
  • I have nothing but praise for the support team and the rest of the crew at Method.
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Cons
  • The integration into email could be smoother
  • It is could use a better database for tracking installed equipment
  • The import of contacts is clunky
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  • I believe there is room for improvement with scaling down on the customizing (sometimes having too much isn't always a good thing)
  • The estimate creator in Method is not as fluid as making an estimate in QB. (moving lines around, adding lines, etc.)
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Likelihood to Renew
We are heavily entrenched in Maximizer and trying to pull our data out and into another CRM, with the same amount of customization and workflow would take a lot of effort.
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The things Method does well - QuickBooks data integration and extreme customization - it does very, very well. If you are looking for a CRM product or any business process automation software that integrates with QuickBooks, you have to look at Method CRM
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Usability
The CRM didn’t have the capability I expected
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I'm fairly new to the company and have only been using Method for the last year and the ease of use has been a blessing for me. I've self trained on most of the aspects and have incorporated new operations in the company, based on what Method has to offer, that have enhanced the productivity for all associates.
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Support Rating
The support staff are very knowledgeable and competent. Never really had an issue with them not knowing what they are doing.
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The support is great. They are on the line within minutes and share screen to figure out the problem immediately. I would highly recommend this product for that reason. I do wish the customization was a bit easier to use; however, with fewer settings that are available to the end user and an easier way to read the customization.
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Implementation Rating
No answers on this topic
Be available to learn! There is a huge learning curve to this program. You have to be willing to take it all in. Be available to the Method expert and be patient.
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Alternatives Considered
I’d definitely rate them the lowest, simply for the fact that their final interactions with me were far from professional. I was genuinely stunned at [what seemed to me like] this company’s arrogance and unwillingness to look at my issues from my company’s perspective. Over a little money, they made a dissatisfied customer out of me.
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We were using QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise for a very long time. However, the software is archaic and dated. Method allows us to step into the 21st century. We now have much more online / automated interactions with our customers. We like that Method also lets us customize a great deal of the software to our exact needs and wants
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Return on Investment
  • Worth it for the money you put in.
  • Though there are more popular CRM's, they all come with a high cost for something we actually don't use much.
  • Maximizer should collaborate with more products.
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  • Method:CRM has probably saved me about 6-10 hours per week over the past few years.
  • It has likely saved our company several hundred hours in the last 10 years.
  • It has specifically saved us countless hours with better data management vs. having separate spreadsheets for keeping track of things.
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ScreenShots

Maximizer CRM Screenshots

Screenshot of Maximizer CRM Logo

MethodCRM Screenshots

Screenshot of a shared customer list.Screenshot of a customer profile.Screenshot of activity logging.Screenshot of a workflow visualization.Screenshot of the automated sales process.Screenshot of a testimonial.