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Key Takeaways

Generated from the text of customer reviews

Sage CRM is a cloud and on-premises sales CRM. Users value its ease of use and reporting tools, while some note that its visual design could be improved compared to newer alternatives. Recent updates include expanded security enhancements, application-server security controls, and platform support for Microsoft SQL Server 2025.

Our Verdict

Sage CRM is a good fit for organizations already running Sage 100, 300, 200, or X3, where the native integration can reduce the need to manually reconcile data between sales and finance. Pricing varies by region, deployment, and configuration, with current Sage pricing positioning toward small and midsized businesses. We recommend it specifically for Sage accounting customers that need a CRM connected directly to their financial data.

Sage CRM Specifications

  • Contact Management
  • Lead Management
  • Opportunity Management
  • Sales Forecasting

Sage CRM Features

Sales Force Automation

Sage CRM software's sales module covers lead and opportunity management, pipeline tracking, quote generation, and sales forecasting. Quotes created within Sage CRM pull pricing from the integrated Sage 100. In addition, configurable pipeline stages and weighted forecasting give sales managers a working view of pipeline health without manual report building.

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Marketing Automation

The marketing module supports campaign creation, audience segmentation based on CRM contact data, email campaign execution through Mailchimp integration, and campaign performance tracking within the CRM. Contact lists can be built from existing customer and prospect records, with campaign activity (opens, clicks, and unsubscribes) logged against the originating contact record for follow-up by the sales team.

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Customer Service Management

The service module tracks customer cases from opening through to resolution, with Service Level Agreement (SLA) monitoring, escalation rules, and a searchable knowledge base for recurring issue types. Service teams access the same contact record as sales, giving agents visibility into a customer's order history, open quotes, and previous interactions before handling a case.

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Reporting And Dashboards

Pre-built and customizable reports cover sales pipeline performance, campaign results, service case volumes, and customer activity. Dashboard widgets display key metrics at the team and individual level, with at-risk customer views surfacing accounts that have not been contacted within a defined period. Data can be exported to Excel for analysis outside the platform.

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Workflow Customization

Workflow rules in Sage CRM can be configured using SQL and JavaScript. This allows systems administrators and integration teams to build routing logic, approval chains, automated notifications, and field update rules that match specific business processes.

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Pros And Cons of Sage CRM

Pros

  • Shared document access helps keep teams aligned

  • Integrated accounting speeds up sales and supply operations

  • Market tools help target and reach customers easily

Cons

  • Billing features might need some improvement

  • Contracts module may lack subtotal displays

Sage CRM Reviews

Total 53 reviews

3.5

All reviews are from verified customers

Rating Distribution

5

Stars

28%

4

Stars

26%

3

Stars

21%

2

Stars

15%

1

Stars

9%

Share your experience

I

Ian

Construction, 11-50 employees

Less than a year

5.0
May 2025

“Excellent reporting tools!”

Pros

The reporting tools are absolutely first-rate, they've become indispensable for our team. We rely on them daily to dive deep into our key business operations, giving us the clear, detailed insights we need to make smart decisions and track our performance with precision

Cons

It feels a bit outdated to me compared to modern accounting software and training new team members on it can be challenging.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

7

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

K

Kasondra

Marketing and Advertising, 500+ employees

More than a year

4.0
October 2024

“constant performance updates”

Pros

Sage CRM platform is simple to use and constantly gets updates that improve its performance.

Cons

I feel like having the ability to sync directly with Outlook would be a really helpful feature.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

7

S

Sheral

Real Estate, 11-50 employees

More than a year

2.0
August 2024

“An awkward interface that made management difficult”

Pros

Nothing much to say here as I always preferred other CRM systems over SAGE and was really eager for our company to switch to a different platform.

Cons

The interface felt awkward and managing my contact database was difficult too. Also manually sorting clients into different tiers based on their engagement level just to target active contacts became a repetitive chore.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

2

Value for money

3

Customer Support

4

Functionality

4

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sage CRM offer an API?

Yes, Sage CRM offers API access.

What language does Sage CRM support?

Sage CRM supports multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Spanish.

What other apps does Sage CRM integrate with?

Sage CRM integrates with Sage 100, Sage 300, Microsoft Exchange Online, and Mailchimp.

Does Sage CRM offer a mobile app?

No, Sage CRM doesn't offer a native mobile app.

How much does Sage CRM cost?

Sage CRM starts at €50 ($57.68) plus VAT/user/month. Pricing is customizable, and a 30-day free trial is available. Get in touch with us for a personalized Sage CRM cost estimate.

Who are the typical users of Sage CRM?

Sage CRM is used by professionals working across healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, hospitality, professional services, nonprofits, and construction.

What level of support does Sage CRM offer?

Sage CRM offers assisted support through live chat, along with Training, Community Hub, and Year-end Center resources. Sage also provides support via a help center and contact number.