CRM · Head to head
Salesforce Sales Cloud vs Attio: which is better?
Short answer
Salesforce Sales Cloud costs less in the first year ($1,500 vs $2,100 for 5 users). Pick Salesforce Sales Cloud for large sales teams needing deep customization; pick Attio for modern customizable CRM for startups.
| Fact | Salesforce Sales Cloud | Attio | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Large sales teams needing deep customization | Modern customizable CRM for startups | — |
| Free plan | Yes, Free Suite | Yes, 3 seats | Tie |
| Entry plan | Starter Suite: $25 / seat / mo | Plus: $35 / seat / mo | Salesforce Sales Cloud |
| Mid plan | Pro Suite: $100 / seat / mo | Pro: $79 / seat / mo | Attio |
| Top plan | Max: $550 / seat / mo | Pro: $79 / seat / mo | Attio |
| 1st year, 5 users | $1,500 | $2,100 | Salesforce Sales Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web | Tie |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, Salesforce Sales Cloud or Attio?
Salesforce Sales Cloud costs less in the first year ($1,500 vs $2,100 for 5 users).
| 1st year, 5 users | Salesforce Sales Cloud | Attio |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $1,500 | $2,100 |
| Mid | $6,000 | $4,740 |
| Top | $33,000 | $4,740 |
Which has the better free plan, Salesforce Sales Cloud or Attio?
Neither stands out: Salesforce Sales Cloud: Yes, Free Suite; Attio: Yes, 3 seats.
Should you pick Salesforce Sales Cloud or Attio?
Pick Salesforce Sales Cloud if
- you want large sales teams needing deep customization
- the free plan is enough (Free Suite)
Pick Attio if
- you want modern customizable CRM for startups
- the free plan is enough (3 seats)
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Salesforce Sales Cloud pricing | salesforce.com/sales/pricing/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Attio pricing | attio.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare