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Axonaut vs Zoho CRM

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Zoho CRM? Here's how Axonaut compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: Axonaut. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

Axonaut
Zoho CRM
What it is
CRM, invoicing, project and business management in one tool
Cloud-based customer relationship management software for businesses.
Headquarters
🇫🇷 FR
🇮🇳 IN · 1996
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available on request for Zoho CRM.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II
Price from
€34.99/mo
$14/user/mo
Free plan
No
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Ratings
G2 4.9/5 (45) · CAPTERRA 4.6/5 (22) · TRUSTPILOT 4.4/5 (587)
G2 4.2/5 (1,400) · CAPTERRA 4.3/5 (2,800)
Integrations
Gmail, Outlook, PrestaShop, Shopify, WooCommerce +10
Zoho Books, Zoho Desk, Zoho Campaigns, Zoho Analytics, Mailchimp +5

Where each one wins

Axonaut

Strengths

  • +All-in-one business suite with CRM, quotes, invoicing, expenses and payment tracking in a single workflow
  • +Intuitive interface with quick learning curve for core tasks like contact management and invoicing
  • +Reduces manual work via invoice reminders, shared customer histories and expense tracking
  • +Responsive support through chat and ticketing systems
  • +Cost-effective for businesses using multiple modules under one subscription

Limitations

  • −Pricing can feel steep for solo users or very small businesses needing only invoicing
  • −Limited depth in reporting, dashboards and document customization
  • −Pre-accounting focus with manual work required for bank reconciliation and recurring transactions

Zoho CRM

Strengths

  • +Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • +Strong automation capabilities
  • +Good value for the price
  • +Extensive third-party integrations

Limitations

  • −Steep learning curve for advanced features
  • −Limited customization in lower-tier plans
  • −Occasional performance lag
  • −Customer support can be slow

Data residency & compliance

Axonaut
Zoho CRM
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available on request for Zoho CRM.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
DPA
not established
Published →
Sub-processors
not established
Listed →
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II

Pricing

Axonaut

  • Standard €69.99/month no commitmentAll features included · 15-day free trial
  • Discounted from €34.99/month 3-year commitmentAll features included · 15-day free trial

Pricing varies based on commitment period. Exact billing details not fully confirmed.

Zoho CRM

  • Free Free ForeverUp to 3 users · Basic CRM features · Limited storage
  • Standard $14 user/monthFull sales automation · Marketing integration · Billed annually
  • Professional $23 user/monthAdvanced analytics · Custom dashboards · Billed annually
  • Enterprise $40 user/monthAI-powered insights · Multi-user portals · Billed annually
  • Ultimate $52 user/monthAdvanced customization · Dedicated support · Billed annually

Pricing is based on annual billing; monthly options may be available at a higher cost.

Features

Axonaut

CRM and Sales
Centralized contact and customer records, Sales follow-up and pipeline management, Quotes, sales documents and electronic signature, Appointment booking
Invoicing and Payments
Invoices and credit notes, Online invoice payment, Automated reminders for unpaid invoices
Expenses and Accounting
Expense and receipt management with OCR, Accounting exports and connections to accounting software, Free access for the accountant
Projects and Time Tracking
Project management and task tracking, Time tracking, Project-linked ticket handling
Cash Flow and Banking
Cash-flow monitoring, Connected business account, Banking reconciliation

Zoho CRM

Sales Automation
Lead and contact management, Pipeline tracking, Sales forecasting, Workflow automation
Marketing Integration
Email campaigns, Social media integration, Lead scoring, Web forms
Customer Support
Case management, Ticketing system, Knowledge base, Live chat
Reporting & Analytics
Custom reports, Real-time analytics, Sales metrics, Performance dashboards
Collaboration Tools
Team inbox, Document sharing, Task management, Calendar integration
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