Head-to-Head Specification Audit
HubSpot CRM vs ClickUp
Inbound CRM for SMB · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | HubSpot CRM | ClickUp |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | CustomBetter | $7/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 100 req/min | 900 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | Global | South Africa |
| Category | CRM | Project Management |
| Compliance | GDPR, CCPA, SOC2, ISO27001, POPIA | GDPR, CCPA, SOC2 |
| Hosting Regions | US-East, EU-West | US-East, EU |
| Native Integrations | 6 listedBetter | 6 listed |
HubSpot CRM — Key Specs
- ✓Free CRM forever — unlimited contacts, pipeline, deals
- ✓ChatSpot AI: natural language CRM queries
- ✓GDPR consent management tools built-in
- ✓POPIA data export and deletion tools added 2024
ClickUp — Key Specs
- ✓Unlimited storage on Business plan
- ✓Built-in time tracking with client-facing reporting
- ✓Custom fields allow POPIA data tagging per record
- ✓API rate limit of 900 requests/minute — highest in class
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, HubSpot CRM or ClickUp?+
HubSpot CRM starts at $0/mo, which is lower than ClickUp at $7/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — HubSpot CRM or ClickUp?+
Both support GDPR, CCPA, SOC2. HubSpot CRM additionally supports ISO27001, POPIA.
Is HubSpot CRM or ClickUp compliant with South Africa's POPIA?+
HubSpot CRM supports POPIA compliance. ClickUp does not list POPIA as a supported framework.
Which has a higher API rate limit — HubSpot CRM or ClickUp?+
ClickUp has a higher API rate limit at 900 requests per minute. HubSpot CRM: 100 req/min. ClickUp: 900 req/min.
Which tool is better suited for Global?+
HubSpot CRM is evaluated for Inbound CRM for SMB in Global with hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. ClickUp has hosting regions: US-East, EU. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 10 July 2026
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