Twenty
Open-source CRM designed to be a modern alternative to Salesforce and HubSpot
Overview
Twenty is an open-source CRM that takes a radically modern approach to customer relationship management. Instead of the bloated interfaces of legacy CRMs, Twenty delivers a clean, Notion-like experience with powerful data modeling under the hood.
Built with TypeScript, React, and NestJS, Twenty gives you full control over your customer data while providing a user experience that rivals — and often surpasses — commercial alternatives.
Key Features
- Custom Objects — Model your data exactly how your business works, not how the CRM dictates
- Email Integration — Sync Gmail and Outlook emails directly into contact timelines
- GraphQL API — Every piece of data accessible via a well-documented API
- Kanban Views — Drag-and-drop pipeline management for deals and tasks
- CSV/XLSX Import — Migrate from HubSpot, Salesforce, or spreadsheets with field mapping
- Webhooks — Real-time notifications for CRM events
Pricing: Self-Hosted vs HubSpot
| Users | HubSpot Starter | Twenty (self-hosted) | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 user | $20/mo | $5/mo (VPS) | $15/mo |
| 5 users | $100/mo | $5/mo (VPS) | $95/mo |
| 10 users | $200/mo | $10/mo (VPS) | $190/mo |
| 50 users | $1,000/mo | $20/mo (VPS) | $980/mo |
Pros
- + Beautiful, modern UI inspired by Notion
- + Unlimited users on self-hosted
- + GraphQL API for custom integrations
- + Active development with frequent releases
- + Built-in email sync and calendar
Cons
- - Still maturing — some enterprise features missing
- - Requires PostgreSQL 15+
- - Docker deployment needs 4GB+ RAM
- - Plugin ecosystem is early-stage
Deployment Options for Twenty
Docker
Self-host with Docker Compose
Coolify
One-click via Coolify panel
Elestio
Managed hosting from $9/mo
PikaPods
Simple managed hosting
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Twenty replace HubSpot?
What are the hardware requirements?
Is there a migration path from HubSpot?
Does Twenty support LDAP/SSO?
Our Verdict
Twenty is the most polished open-source CRM available today. If you're tired of paying per seat for HubSpot and don't need enterprise marketing automation, Twenty is a compelling alternative.
Best for: Startups and small teams who want a modern CRM without per-seat pricing