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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Sage CRM

    Score8.9 out of 10
    Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
    Sage CRM is an SMB-oriented CRM platform offered in both SaaS and on-premise editions. Unlike the Sage SalesLogix product, the SaaS version is a true multi-tenant offering. The platform offers excellent integration with Sage ERP and accounting products. It is also a good global solution and is available in many languages and is used by over 12,000 customers worldwide, with many customers in Europe.

    $33

    per month

    SmartSuite

    Score10 out of 10
    N/ASmartSuite provides a collaborative Work Management platform that enables teams to plan, track and manage workflows - whether it be a project, an ongoing process or routine everyday tasks. SmartSuite helps coordinate people and work across all levels of an organization to ensure that team members have the information they need to accomplish the work that matters most. Team members can create a workflow, or choose from over 200 templates that can be tailored to their exact needs.

    $10

    per month per user

    Pricing
    Sage CRMSmartSuite
    Editions & Modules
    Sage CRM (cloud)
    $45
    Per User per Month
    Sage CRM (on premise)
    $0
    Lifetime License per Seat
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Sage CRMSmartSuite
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsTiered pricing is available for multiple users.—
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    Features
    Sage CRMSmartSuite
    Sales Force Automation
    Comparison of Sales Force Automation features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    8.8
    17 Ratings
    12% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Customer data management / contact management9.017 Ratings00 Ratings
    Workflow management8.616 Ratings00 Ratings
    Territory management8.517 Ratings00 Ratings
    Opportunity management8.917 Ratings00 Ratings
    Integration with email client (e.g., Outlook or Gmail)9.016 Ratings00 Ratings
    Contract management8.614 Ratings00 Ratings
    Quote & order management9.016 Ratings00 Ratings
    Interaction tracking9.216 Ratings00 Ratings
    Channel / partner relationship management8.716 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customer Service & Support
    Comparison of Customer Service & Support features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    8.1
    16 Ratings
    5% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Case management8.016 Ratings00 Ratings
    Call center management8.215 Ratings00 Ratings
    Help desk management8.214 Ratings00 Ratings
    Marketing Automation
    Comparison of Marketing Automation features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    8.7
    16 Ratings
    12% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Lead management8.816 Ratings00 Ratings
    Email marketing8.715 Ratings00 Ratings
    CRM Project Management
    Comparison of CRM Project Management features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    9.0
    17 Ratings
    16% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Task management9.016 Ratings00 Ratings
    Billing and invoicing management9.015 Ratings00 Ratings
    Reporting9.113 Ratings00 Ratings
    CRM Reporting & Analytics
    Comparison of CRM Reporting & Analytics features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    8.6
    17 Ratings
    12% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Forecasting8.716 Ratings00 Ratings
    Pipeline visualization8.416 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customizable reports8.717 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customization
    Comparison of Customization features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    8.6
    17 Ratings
    12% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Custom fields8.517 Ratings00 Ratings
    Custom objects8.516 Ratings00 Ratings
    Scripting environment9.016 Ratings00 Ratings
    API for custom integration8.314 Ratings00 Ratings
    Security
    Comparison of Security features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    8.7
    17 Ratings
    4% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Single sign-on capability8.717 Ratings00 Ratings
    Role-based user permissions8.813 Ratings00 Ratings
    Social CRM
    Comparison of Social CRM features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    9.4
    13 Ratings
    22% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Social data9.513 Ratings00 Ratings
    Social engagement9.313 Ratings00 Ratings
    Integrations with 3rd-party Software
    Comparison of Integrations with 3rd-party Software features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    9.0
    14 Ratings
    18% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Marketing automation9.114 Ratings00 Ratings
    Compensation management8.912 Ratings00 Ratings
    Platform
    Comparison of Platform features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    7.8
    16 Ratings
    2% above category average
    SmartSuite
    -
    Ratings
    Mobile access7.816 Ratings00 Ratings
    Project Management
    Comparison of Project Management features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    -
    Ratings
    SmartSuite
    9.1
    18 Ratings
    17% above category average
    Task Management00 Ratings9.218 Ratings
    Resource Management00 Ratings9.117 Ratings
    Gantt Charts00 Ratings9.114 Ratings
    Scheduling00 Ratings9.016 Ratings
    Workflow Automation00 Ratings9.117 Ratings
    Team Collaboration00 Ratings9.218 Ratings
    Support for Agile Methodology00 Ratings9.118 Ratings
    Document Management00 Ratings9.117 Ratings
    Email integration00 Ratings9.117 Ratings
    Mobile Access00 Ratings9.017 Ratings
    Timesheet Tracking00 Ratings9.214 Ratings
    Change request and Case Management00 Ratings9.016 Ratings
    Budget and Expense Management00 Ratings9.215 Ratings
    Professional Services Automation
    Comparison of Professional Services Automation features of Sage CRM and SmartSuite
    Feature
    Sage CRM
    -
    Ratings
    SmartSuite
    9.2
    15 Ratings
    18% above category average
    Quotes/estimates00 Ratings9.214 Ratings
    Project & financial reporting00 Ratings9.114 Ratings
    Integration with accounting software00 Ratings9.29 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Sage CRMSmartSuite
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.9
    (28 ratings)
    9.2
    (18 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    5.1
    (11 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Usability
    8.9
    (11 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    7.9
    (8 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Sage CRMSmartSuite
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Sage
    as it is a very flexible software that can be adapted to any business model, other functions human resource management, manufacturing and supply chain planning, all these functions are housed in a highly technological interface. I liked this system because it made automating accounts payable so much easier.the control of the basic accounting of any type of company
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    SmartSuite
    It is best suited to be a google alternative for a google drive due to its multiple functions. Can add action items, upload multiple types of files and assign people responsibilities and tasks. It combines resource platform abilities with project management functionality in order to unite all your needs in one area.
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    Pros
    Sage
    • When in client profile, it is very intuitive, allowing you to easily transcribe notes in the clients profile.
    • Sage allows 3rd party plugins, so if you utilize a particular phone services or would like to import something as simple as google drive, its compatible.
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    • SmartSuite is a good collaboration tool
    • The capabilities of the platform are immense
    • The customization features allow users to set up the report type and view it exactly as they want
    • The choice of the fields to be used in the records and reports is really wide
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    Cons
    Sage
    • Reliance on Apache Tomcat causes a lot of headaches. There are common issues trying to start up the server, resulting from Apache Tomcat misconfigurations, or Java. Some forum posts on Sage City address common issues, but digging into server logs seems to be an often occurrence.
    • Support is somewhat lacking, less user install base means error messages are sometimes hard to find quick answers for. Most of the knowledge found on the internet is in the Sage City forum.
    • Integration with Microsoft 365 causes you to have to turn off some security features. This will result in your 365 tenants running lower security standards than recommended, it may put you at risk for targeted attacks.
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    • A little better home screen, which is already in the works!
    • Better experience in the my work panel, which is also in the works already!
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Sage
    There are really no other words to say, it is a very easy to use application that is more straightforward and has provided better results with the bulk of features that appeal to a very broad amount of users. There may be other CRM platforms out there that are more prevalent, but I have found them to be much more clunky and less intuitive than Sage CRM.
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    I have a great expereance
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    Usability
    Sage
    Excellent integration with the most important social networks (LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter) to get leads. The mobile app is quite useful for speeding up the tasks at hand and not relying on the computer or being in the office to get them done.
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    The product is usability friendly, easy to use, flexible and has all functions I need for my purposes
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    Performance
    Sage
    Sage works very quickly based on the network you are using it on. It is internet based so if your network is slow, it will perform slowly. Reports seem to run reasonably fast, if there is too much information it is trying to populate that could slow it down a little. When Sage CRM is integrated with a Sage ERP product it doesn't tend to slow down either system at all
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    SmartSuite
    No answers on this topic
    Support Rating
    Sage
    Support team is really slow and they need to work on this really. Sometimes it takes days to resolve a simple query and there is no way to get it expedited. Rest the product is is amazing but the team should look into the costumer support and get it working
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    They have a great tutorial and a lot of hits during the work process
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    In-Person Training
    Sage
    Most training would come after a upgrade. Otherwise we would self teach new employees. Training was with a Sage Software partner SWK technologies.
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    No answers on this topic
    Implementation Rating
    Sage
    The implementation and upgrades were rather quick and straight forward. Attempting to link Sage CRM with Sage 100 ERP however was a nightmare and will be avoided by us in the future due to numerous issues.
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    That's easy. Just try
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    Alternatives Considered
    Sage
    Whilst SAGE CRM was selected around 10 years ago and we became a partner, the main contenders would have been at the time Sales Logix and MS CRM 4.0. However, we had extensive experience of the mid-market CRM's and decided on SAGE CRM since it had a clean, easy to understand interface and importantly offered both workflow automation and Self Service capability, all of which across both the Case and Sales and Marketing functionality was seamless and saved time. As it was pure browser based, access was from anywhere we wanted. In my view, SAGE CRM still stacks up well against all the other mid-market CRM systems and offers good value for money, but more importantly, it is an easy to operate and customisable solution which user like. Again, we can teach administration users very quickly to support and customise themselves since the admin. function are clear as well.
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    SmartSuite
    For our team, SmartSuite contains all features that we need. Before we use Asana, Trello and tried to use Airtable. But all of these management systems did not satisfy us. Then we started using SmartSuite, got to know all the possibilities and decided to switch to it
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    Return on Investment
    Sage
    • It is very affordable in pricing, compared to competitors
    • Lead management and convertion into prospects is also a very easy process
    • Lead capture from web pages should be available, and better ways to capture leads from tradeshows by uploading directly from scanned business cards
    Incentivized
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    SmartSuite
    • We have to spend less time on checking where the project is at
    • We can have less PM's in the business
    • Our clients are happier thus leading to more business
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