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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales vs Pipedrive
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales leads on 0 checks, Pipedrive on 0, and 8 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 8 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Sales · 9.0/10
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales scores higher on our rubric for crm software: 9.0 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales is the better fit for microsoft ecosystem enterprise sales teams. Pipedrive is the better fit for focused sales teams prioritizing pipeline execution.
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales fits best
Microsoft ecosystem enterprise sales teams
- Pipedrive fits best
Focused sales teams prioritizing pipeline execution
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Side by side
| Feature | Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | Pipedrive 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #5 in CRM Software | #7 in CRM Software |
| Best for | Microsoft ecosystem enterprise sales teams | Focused sales teams prioritizing pipeline execution |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $65/user/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Tickets, Community, Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 10 integrations | 500+ integrations |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales 5/6 · Pipedrive 5/6 | ||
| Visual sales pipeline | ✓ | ✓ |
| Email sync | ✓ | ✓ |
| Marketing automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI features | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Open source | — | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales is a cloud CRM application for sales organizations that need structured account, contact, lead, opportunity, quote, order, invoice, campaign, and forecast management. It is particularly suited to enterprise… Read the review → |
Pipedrive is a web-based sales CRM for small and medium-sized businesses that need a clear view of leads, deals, contacts and activities. Its customizable visual pipelines put sales execution at the center, while reporting, revenue… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales — where it wins
- Deep Microsoft 365, Teams, Exchange, Power BI, and Power Platform fit
- Forecasting, pipeline management, scoring, conversation intelligence, and AI
- Web, iOS, Android, and API access support distributed sales teams
Where it doesn't
- Starts at $65 per user per month with annual billing
- No permanent free plan; the free offering is a 30-day trial
- Advanced AI and customization require higher-priced editions
Pipedrive — where it wins
- Customizable visual pipelines keep leads, deals and activities organized.
- 500+ integrations plus Gmail and Outlook email synchronization.
- Automation, forecasting and AI tools support repeatable sales workflows.
Where it doesn't
- There is no free plan for teams seeking a no-cost CRM option.
- Advanced capabilities require higher paid tiers.
- The product is centered on sales execution rather than broad business operations.
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales9.0/10 · 30-day trial
A deep Microsoft-aligned CRM for enterprise sales teams that can justify its higher price.
Visit MicrosoftFull verdict → - Pipedrive8.8/10 · 14-day trial
A focused sales CRM for teams that need visual pipeline execution and automation.
Visit PipedriveFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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