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Odoo vs escala CRM comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

escala CRM
Ranking in CRM
33rd
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Odoo
Ranking in CRM
7th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
34
Ranking in other categories
ERP (9th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the CRM category, the mindshare of escala CRM is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Odoo is 4.5%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Alveiro Goyeneche - PeerSpot reviewer
Best suitable for small to medium companies and offers excellent technical support and training
The dashboard and reporting features of escala CRM have been beneficial because they are straightforward to use. Unlike other tools that try to do too much, escala focuses on simplicity, making it easier to train employees and adapt to our market needs. This simplicity is crucial for us, as extensive training can be expensive and time-consuming. The integration of Escala CRM with other tools is very good, particularly due to its use of APIs. Integrating with other applications is straightforward and standard practice, making it easy to connect with different tools as needed. Whether I would recommend escala CRM to others depends on the specific needs of the customer. If they require more than just CRM functionality, such as digital marketing capabilities, escala may not be a good fit. However, if they primarily need CRM features, it is worth considering based on its focus on small and medium-sized companies, excellent support, and training. Overall, I would rate escala CRM as a nine out of ten.
ThomasPetrou - PeerSpot reviewer
Integration across functionalities has streamlined business operations and improved cost efficiency
Odoo's documentation needs improvement, as there are areas that are not well-documented. Additionally, some underlying technologies need refactoring to more modern structures. Although it's not immediately necessary since the system works, changes to the architecture would be beneficial. From the transition from version 17 to 18, it appears they are aware and have begun addressing some of these concerns.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable feature of Escala CRM is its excellent training and support."
"The solution is easy to use."
"We find manufacturing and stock quite useful, as well as the CRM to be the most valuable features."
"With Odoo, being open source is advantageous because we have access to the source code for whatever we develop. This gives us the flexibility to make additions, deletions, or modifications according to our needs without any restrictions. There are no predefined formats that limit our customization options."
"The most valuable features of Odoo are its customization and the fact that I can add modules whenever I want to the solution and the customization."
"All modules in Odoo are integrated together, providing seamless transitions across various functionalities."
"It allows us to organize and improve portfolio management."
"The most valuable feature of Odoo is the integration it provides and the many modules available."
"What I appreciate most about this solution is its ease of customization compared to other products. Odoo is straightforward and simpler to customize. Additionally, it offers stability by decentralizing the entire ERP with multiple products, making management and support more efficient. Moreover, the availability of talent in India is a key advantage, as the salaries for Odoo professionals are relatively lower than SAP or Oracle ERP professionals. This makes it easier for us to find suitable talent for projects seamlessly."
 

Cons

"It might not be suitable for larger enterprises."
"There is room for improvement in Odoo, especially in enhancing its reporting capabilities."
"Odoo's documentation needs improvement, as there are areas that are not well-documented."
"I'm uncertain because each year they release a new version with improvements. However, one area that needs significant enhancement is the website, particularly the modern core website. While there's an approach similar to WordPress, it is quite basic at the moment. Besides that, particularly with the POS solutions, we identified potential security issues. This is due to the storage of information on cookies or similar sessions. In cases of Internet-related issues, there's a vulnerability where data might be compromised. The system uses temporary storage until the internet connection is restored, and then it pushes the data to the server or database. This poses a risk, especially in point-of-sale systems, where there could be vulnerabilities for data modification or alteration by unauthorized individuals."
"Odoo provides their apps on mobile, but it is not good enough, especially for my clients."
"Currently, the regional office is in Dubai, and I believe it would be beneficial to establish a regional office in Pakistan to enhance support and accessibility for users in our country."
"The range of choices and functionalities has space for enhancement."
"The customization and technical support are not great."
"Odoo's documentation needs improvement, as there are areas that are not well-documented."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"On a scale from one to ten, where one means high price, and ten means low price, I rate Odoo's pricing a five or six out of ten."
"The price of the solution depends on the use case. However, it can be expensive and we are paying annually."
"Odoo is an open-source tool. I don't have to pay for it."
"Odoo is straightforward in terms of costs. You pay the vendor for both the software and implementation. We selected one of the twelve certified vendors for implementation in our local area, opting for the vendor named Four Zero Five."
"The cost is expensive but cheaper than some other competitors."
"There is a need to pay towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. It is not an expensive solution, especially in my country."
"Odoo is cheap compared to competitors."
"They offer three packages – free, standard, and custom."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Educational Organization
6%
 

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about escala CRM?
The most valuable feature of Escala CRM is its excellent training and support.
What needs improvement with escala CRM?
Currently, I don't see any areas that need improvement with Escala CRM. It meets our needs well at the moment. However, it might not be suitable for larger enterprises.
What is your primary use case for escala CRM?
Escala CRM is very good for sales tracking, lead management, and self-tracking. It is practical, simple, and easy to use, especially for companies with up to 100 employees. The process on the site ...
What do you like most about Odoo?
The versatility of Odoo is one of its most valuable features for business productivity. It offers modules for purchase, inventory, manufacturing, sales, help desk, timesheets, point of sale, email ...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Odoo?
The pricing for Odoo is affordable, with the solution being significantly cheaper than its competitors like SAP, Microsoft, and Oracle, while offering a comparable range of services. Thus, in terms...
What needs improvement with Odoo?
Odoo's documentation needs improvement, as there are areas that are not well-documented. Additionally, some underlying technologies need refactoring to more modern structures. Although it's not imm...
 

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