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Kylas CRM vs Nutshell

Choose Kylas CRM if you want unlimited users on a flat-priced sales CRM; choose Nutshell if you prefer per-user pricing and want CRM, basic marketing tools, and live support in one subscription. Both vendors currently offer active plans, sales pipelines, integrations, and mobile apps. The main trade-off is how each charges as your team grows and which capabilities are included versus added separately.

Last updated October 31, 2026.

At a glance

Kylas CRM compared with Nutshell, one row per dimension
DimensionKylas CRMNutshell
Pricing modelFlat subscription; unlimited usersPer-user subscription
Published starting priceFree plan; Elevate US$175/month, billed annuallyFoundation $13/user/month, billed annually
CRM data limitsElevate: 100,000 records, expandableUnlimited contacts; Foundation: 100 open leads
Marketing toolsEmail templates; email-marketing integrationsBasic email marketing, forms, and landing pages included
Quotes and invoicesQuotations includedProposals & Invoices add-on: $79/month
IntegrationsMarketplace, webhooks, and API access on paid plans5,000+ app connections; API on all plans
Field salesField-sales tracking available as an add-onNot published
SupportEmail on paid plans; phone on Exceed or as an add-onLive chat and email on all plans; phone on Enterprise
Free trial7 days for Elevate14 days
PlatformsWeb; iOS and Android appsWeb; iOS and Android apps

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Which should you choose?

Kylas CRM logo

Choose Kylas CRM if

  • Teams that want unlimited users without per-seat fees
  • Businesses that want a free CRM plan
  • Sales teams that need quotations without a quoting add-on
  • Teams that need field-sales tracking options
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Nutshell logo

Choose Nutshell if

  • Small teams that prefer a per-user starting price
  • Teams that want forms, landing pages, and basic email marketing with their CRM
  • Buyers who need live chat support on every plan
  • Teams that want unlimited CRM contacts
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The verdict

Kylas CRM is the better fit when many people need access and a flat subscription matters more than keeping the starting cost low. Nutshell is the better fit for a smaller team that wants to pay by seat, start with included marketing tools, and use live support on any plan. Compare the total cost at your expected user count, including any add-ons you need.

Kylas CRM vs Nutshell: common questions

Are Kylas CRM and Nutshell both available to buy?
Yes. Kylas CRM publishes a free plan and paid plans, while Nutshell publishes five paid CRM plans and a free trial.
How does Kylas CRM pricing compare with Nutshell?
Kylas CRM offers unlimited users and lists Elevate at US$175 per month when billed annually. Nutshell charges per user, starting at $13 per user per month when billed annually. Add-ons can change either total.
Does either CRM have a free plan?
Kylas CRM offers a free Embark plan with unlimited users and a record limit. Nutshell offers a 14-day free trial but does not list a free CRM plan.
Which is a better fit for a large sales team?
Kylas CRM may fit a team adding many users because its plans include unlimited users. Nutshell charges per user, so its subscription cost rises as seats are added.
Do both products support mobile sales teams?
Yes. Kylas CRM and Nutshell both publish iOS and Android apps. Kylas also lists field-sales tracking as an add-on.
Can I create quotes in either CRM?
Kylas CRM lists quotations in its plan comparison. Nutshell offers quotes and invoices through its Proposals & Invoices add-on, listed at $79 per month.
Which CRM includes marketing tools?
Nutshell includes basic email marketing capabilities, forms, and landing pages with every CRM subscription, with additional marketing options available. Kylas CRM lists email templates and integrations with email-marketing tools.
What support can I expect?
Kylas CRM lists email support on its paid plans, with phone support included on Exceed or available as an add-on for Elevate. Nutshell lists live chat and email help on all plans and phone support on Enterprise.