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Zoho vs Odoo vs Salesforce: how to choose

These are three popular platforms with different strengths. The right choice depends on your size, processes and budget. This is a starting guide, not a verdict; a good partner will test it against your needs.

Zoho

A suite of connected business apps, including CRM, finance, inventory, HR and more. It suits small and mid-sized businesses that want many tools from one vendor with a common login and data model. Many Indian partners work on it.

Odoo

A modular business suite covering ERP, accounting, inventory, manufacturing, sales and more, with an open-source community edition. It suits businesses that want broad ERP coverage and room to customise, usually with a partner's help.

Salesforce

A CRM-led platform with deep customisation, a large app marketplace and strong tools for large sales and service teams. It suits larger or fast-growing businesses with complex sales processes and a budget to match.

Questions that decide it

  • Do you need mainly CRM, or a full ERP covering accounts, stock and production?
  • How many users will you have in two years?
  • How much customisation do you need?
  • Which tools must it integrate with?
  • What is your total budget over three to five years, including support?

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the cheapest?

It depends on users, modules and customisation. Compare the total cost over several years, not only the licence.

Can I switch later?

Yes, but migration takes effort. It is cheaper to choose carefully now.

How do I find partners for each?

Open the technology page for Zoho, Odoo or Salesforce on SARVO to see partners for each.

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