Comparison
iOLab Custom vs Salesforce
Enterprise CRM at enterprise prices — or a custom CRM that actually fits your business.
Salesforce
$75-$300/user/month
5-year total: $45,000 - $180,000+
- Per-seat pricing that scales with headcount
- Annual price increases (10-20%/yr typical)
- You never own anything
iOLab Custom
Recommended$25,000 - $40,000
One-time + $200-$500/mo hosting
- Flat pricing — unlimited users
- No price increases — you own the code
- AI automation included from day one
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Salesforce | iOLab Custom |
|---|---|---|
| Contact & Lead Management | ||
| Deal Pipeline | ||
| Custom to YOUR Workflow | Limited | |
| AI Automation Built-In | $50+/user extra | |
| Per-Seat Pricing | ||
| You Own the Code | ||
| No Annual Price Increases | ||
| Custom Integrations | Via AppExchange | |
| Mobile App | ||
| Dedicated Support | Premium tier only |
Which Is Right for You?
Choose Salesforce if...
Large enterprises (50+ sales reps) with dedicated Salesforce admins, complex multi-department workflows, and budget for ongoing consulting.
Choose iOLab Custom if...
Small to mid-size businesses (5-50 people) who want a CRM that matches their actual workflow, includes AI, and costs less over time.
FAQ
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