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Exact CRM vs GoHighLevel

Last updated October 2026

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

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

What it is
Cloud CRM for SMEs with multi-language and local compliance support
All-in-one platform for agencies to manage CRM, marketing, automation, and client operations.
Headquarters
🇳🇱 NL
🇺🇸 US · 2018
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Not offeredServer infrastructure is hosted in the United States.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001:2022, SOC 2 Type II
Price from
No
$497/mo
Free plan
No
No
Open Source
No
No
Ratings
No
Integrations
Microsoft Office, Abacum, Exact ERP, Integrately
Zapier, Stripe, Twilio, Mailgun, Google Cloud +5

Where each one wins

Exact CRM

Limitations

  • −Research provided is about review platforms (Capterra, G2, Trustpilot), not Exact CRM
  • −No user sentiment data for Exact CRM is available in the supplied research

GoHighLevel

Strengths

  • +Comprehensive all-in-one solution for agencies
  • +Strong automation and workflow capabilities
  • +Extensive integrations via marketplace
  • +Active feature development and updates

Limitations

  • −Steep learning curve for new users
  • −Pricing can be high for small businesses
  • −Occasional performance issues reported
  • −Limited data residency options outside the US

Data residency & compliance

Exact CRM
GoHighLevel
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Not offeredServer infrastructure is hosted in the United States.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
EU-US Data Privacy Framework
DPA
not established
Sub-processors
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001:2022, SOC 2 Type II

Pricing

Exact CRM

No published pricing we could verify.

GoHighLevel

  • Starter On request per monthBasic CRM and marketing tools · Limited automation features
  • Unlimited On request per monthFull access to CRM, marketing, and automation · Unlimited sub-accounts
  • Agency Pro $497 per monthAdvanced agency features · White-label options
  • Enterprise Custom pricing per monthCustom solutions for large-scale needs · Dedicated support

14-day free trial available. Add-ons such as AI tools, HIPAA compliance, and white-label mobile apps are billed separately.

Features

Exact CRM

Contact and account management
Creation and modification of accounts and contacts, Centralized customer database, Activity and request tracking
Communication and collaboration
Email storage and management, Social media integration, Microsoft Office integration
Scheduling and productivity
Calendar sync, Appointment scheduling, Task and activity management
Platform and accessibility
Web and mobile access, Cross-platform compatibility, Third-party app integration
Financial and operational integration
Automatic data synchronization with Exact ERP, Real-time reporting and budgeting, Unified financial insights

GoHighLevel

CRM and Sales
Contact and pipeline management, Prospecting tools, Dashboards and reporting
Marketing
Email and SMS campaigns, Social media management, Reputation management
Automation and Workflows
Workflow automation, Trigger-based actions, Integration with third-party tools
Web and Lead Capture
Website and funnel builder, Domain management, Forms, surveys, and quizzes
Communications
Unified inbox for conversations, Inbound and outbound calling, Voice AI