NeedSpreadsheetPackaged sales platformJodoo
Time to startImmediate, but setup quality depends on the person who builds the file.Packaged onboarding can be quick, though migration and configuration vary by edition.Start free with a focused sales record, sample data, role views, and a process the team can adjust.
Daily adoptionFamiliar, but copies, stale values, and manual follow-up grow quickly.Polished CRM workflows may help adoption but can require more fields and administration.Keep the form and views as simple as the team needs, on desktop or mobile.
First growth changesNew owners, handoffs, and permissions create more manual control.Custom fields, automation, and reporting may require higher plans or specialist setup.An owner or operations lead can add fields, roles, reminders, handoffs, and dashboards directly.
Total operating costLow license cost with recurring manual cleanup, backup, and reporting work.Include seats, onboarding, add-ons, implementation, migration, and support.Up to five users can start free; confirm plan limits as records, automation, and integrations grow.