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CasperPortal vs HubSpot: A HubSpot Alternative for Small Local Businesses

CasperPortal is a HubSpot alternative for small business owners who want CRM, two-way texting, missed-call text-back, booking and review requests in one plan. Pick HubSpot if you run a content-heavy inbound marketing program or want its free CRM tools and large app marketplace. Pick CasperPortal if you run a local service business and want everything unlocked from day one.

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CasperPortal vs HubSpot at a glance

CapabilityCasperPortalHubSpot
Built forLocal service businessesCompanies of many sizes, strong in inbound marketing
How it's soldOne plan, every feature unlockedSeparate Hubs with free and paid tiers
Users and contactsUnlimited users and contactsVaries by Hub and tier
Two-way textingBuilt inMarketing SMS is a paid add-on; two-way texting often via marketplace apps
Missed-call text-backBuilt inUsually set up with a third-party app
Google review requestsBuilt inUsually handled with a third-party app
Online bookingBuilt-in calendars and remindersMeeting scheduling available
Content and SEO toolsFunnels, landing pages, blog and social plannerExtensive content, SEO and marketing tools
Free option14-day free trial of the full planFree CRM tools available
Mobile appiOS and AndroidiOS and Android

Based on each product's public positioning; check HubSpot's current plans before you decide.

Choose CasperPortal if…

  • You run a local service business and most of your leads arrive as calls, texts and form fills.
  • You want texting, missed-call text-back, booking and review requests in one plan instead of adding them one by one.
  • You want unlimited users and contacts so adding staff or growing your list doesn't change your plan.
  • You'd like the option of done-for-you setup from CasperB2B instead of building everything yourself.

Choose HubSpot if…

  • You want to start with free CRM tools and grow into paid Hubs over time.
  • You have a marketing team running content, SEO and inbound campaigns at scale.
  • Your business depends on specific apps in HubSpot's marketplace.

Switching from HubSpot

  1. Export your contacts from HubSpot as a CSV file.

  2. Import the CSV into CasperPortal and tag contacts so your lists and pipeline stages carry over.

  3. Rebuild your key automations, such as missed-call text-back, new-lead follow-up and appointment reminders, yourself or with done-for-you setup.

  4. Port your existing business number into CasperPortal, or use a local tracking number that forwards to your phone.

CasperPortal vs HubSpot FAQ

Is CasperPortal a good HubSpot alternative for a small business?

Yes, if you run a local service business. CasperPortal puts CRM, two-way texting, missed-call text-back, booking, pipelines and review requests in one plan, so you don't need to assemble separate Hubs or add-ons.

How is CasperPortal priced compared to HubSpot?

CasperPortal's Growth Plan is $297/month with unlimited users and unlimited contacts, month-to-month. HubSpot sells separate Hubs with free and paid tiers, so check HubSpot's site for its current pricing.

Can I move my contacts from HubSpot to CasperPortal?

Yes. Export your contacts from HubSpot as a CSV and import them into CasperPortal. Automations need to be rebuilt, which you can do yourself or through optional done-for-you setup from CasperB2B.

Does CasperPortal have a free plan like HubSpot?

No. CasperPortal offers a 14-day free trial of the full Growth Plan, started at /start, and you can cancel anytime during the trial.

Try CasperPortal before you switch

Run your own leads through CasperPortal for 14 days. Billed only after the trial, $97/month, month-to-month. The $297/month and annual plans are on the pricing page.

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  • 14-day free trialBilled only after the trial; cancel during it and pay nothing.
  • $97/month after the trialSelf-serve checkout from the trial page. $297/month and annual billing are on the pricing page.
  • Month-to-monthNo long-term contract and no setup fee on the self-serve plan.
  • Keep your numberPort your business number or add a local number that forwards to you.
  • Local peopleBuilt in Georgetown, MA by Jared and Mark Casper. Call or text (207) 222-7737.
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