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Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Sansan vs Linear
Japanese Enterprise Sales Teams · Japan
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Sansan | Linear |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | CustomBetter | $8/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 100 req/min | 600 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | Japan | Global |
| Category | CRM | Project Management |
| Compliance | APPI, ISO27001 | SOC2, GDPR |
| Hosting Regions | JP-Tokyo | US, EU |
| Native Integrations | 4 listed | 6 listedBetter |
Sansan — Key Specs
- ✓The de-facto business card digitisation platform in Japan — used by 8,000+ enterprises
- ✓AI extracts data from meishi (名刺) in both Japanese and English
- ✓Integrates with Salesforce — maps Japanese relationship hierarchy
- ✓APPI-compliant data management for Japanese enterprise buyers
Linear — Key Specs
- ✓Fastest issue tracker (keyboard-first)
- ✓Built for engineering teams
- ✓GitHub sync
- ✓Cycles = Sprints with zero friction
- ✓Used by best SA tech startups
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Sansan or Linear?+
Sansan starts at $0/mo, which is lower than Linear at $8/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Sansan or Linear?+
Sansan additionally supports APPI, ISO27001. Linear additionally supports SOC2, GDPR.
Which has a higher API rate limit — Sansan or Linear?+
Linear has a higher API rate limit at 600 requests per minute. Sansan: 100 req/min. Linear: 600 req/min.
Which tool is better suited for Japan?+
Sansan is evaluated for Japanese Enterprise Sales Teams in Japan with hosting regions: JP-Tokyo. Linear has hosting regions: US, EU. For data residency in Japan, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 10 July 2026
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