Customer.io vs Insightly
Written by Marcus Taylor - CEO
Updated 12/02/2026
5 minute read
Who is this software for?
Customer.io is ideal for web and mobile app businesses
Pros
- Free tier for less than 200 contacts
- Segment based on user data from web or mobile app
Cons
- Limited number of integrations
- Requires engineering resources to get the data you need
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Pricing
Ratings
Features
Lead scoring Lead segmentation Web activity tracking SMS marketing Personalize web content Predictive analytics Bi-directional CRM syncing Event management Create invoices Create quotes Split testing Create membership sites Bulk social media posting Sales reports Real-time sales alerts Mobile app Social CRM Integrations
Outlook integration Gmail integration Salesforce integration SugarCRM integration Microsoft Dynamics integration Zapier integration Alternatives
About Customer.io
Most experiences you have with companies in the world are horrible. When's the last time you felt passionate about your power company, or your mobile phone provider? That's not the world that we (and hopefully you) want to live in. Let us help you grow happy customers. With Customer.io you'll see that happy customers come from genuine, relevant interactions with you. Happy customers care about your company. Happy customers are happy to pay you. And happy customers tell their friends.
Who is this software for?
Insightly is ideal for freelancers, small businesses and nonprofits
Pros
- Free tier for up to two users
- Discounts for nonprofit organizations
Screenshots
Pricing
Ratings
Features
Lead scoring Lead segmentation Web activity tracking SMS marketing Personalize web content Predictive analytics Bi-directional CRM syncing Event management Create invoices Create quotes Split testing Create membership sites Bulk social media posting Sales reports Real-time sales alerts Mobile app Social CRM Integrations
Outlook integration Gmail integration Salesforce integration SugarCRM integration Microsoft Dynamics integration Zapier integration Alternatives
About Insightly
Insightly was developed specifically to fit the needs of small businesses, which the company defines as those having between one and 200 employees. Although Insightly may be used by organizations in any industry, the platform is especially useful for service businesses. The company's current roster of clients includes organizations in the business services, consulting, education, entertainment, media, financial services, food services, grocery, insurance, manufacturing, nonprofit, retail, real estate, security, technology, and travel industries. While Insightly is designed to be used by every member on an organization's team, it is especially useful for those working in sales and marketing departments.
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