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Act!

3.9 (943)

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Last updated November 9th, 2026

# Reviews of Act!

Ease of use

3.9

Customer Service

3.6

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

JC

Jamie C

OwnerHospital & Health Care, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“The flexibility to customize fields, organize contacts, and use features like Mail Merge has made it a valuable tool for maintaining strong customer relationships and improving productivity“

June 8, 2026

Clive B

PartnerLegal Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“does not interact with the new Outlook email system, this means that if you rely on meetings etc being automatically confirmed with your client, you will need to do this manually.“

July 16, 2026

JC

Jamie C

OwnerHospital & Health Care, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“I can easily customize my database, segment contacts by state, territory, or other criteria, and send targeted messages to the right audience.“

June 8, 2026

AB

Andrew B

Managing PartnerMarketing and Advertising, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“Employee tracking and support is the worst part of Act, it does not provide an option to track or support through Social CRM.“

July 31, 2026

LN

Larah N

Area Director of Sales and MarketingHospitality, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“What I liked most would be the ability to integrate multiple functionalities into a single CRM, such as marketing, email tracking, etch. “

August 17, 2026

JC

Jamie C

OwnerHospital & Health Care, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“Currently, when a contact is copied, the associated relationship records are not carried over and must be recreated manually.“

June 8, 2026

MU

Mike U

Sales RepConsumer Goods, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“My overall experience for the past 8 years is that it has been a great tool to keep my customer contacts, quotes and PO's organized and can easily look back when i am going into a customer on the previous equipment we have worked with them on.“

August 11, 2026

KE

Kari E

CEOFinancial Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“Using ACT for marketing and setting up work flows for email campaigns is not the most user friendly feature.“

May 19, 2026

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Arman S.  
Content Creator  
Used the software for: 1-3 years

### "Dependable Contact Tracking, Though the Interface Feels Dated"

November 5, 2026

3.5

It solved the mess of tracking clients across scattered spreadsheets and sticky notes. Everything related to a deal or conversation is now logged under one contact card, which saves a lot of time before client calls. It has made pipeline tracking and daily follow-up discipline much easier to maintain.

Pros

I really like how Act! organizes all customer and contact information in one central dashboard. Managing client details, call notes, and follow-up history is very straightforward without dealing with an overly complicated interface. The built-in calendar and task reminders make sure scheduled client calls or follow-ups don't get missed. For day-to-day contact tracking and basic pipeline visibility, it works dependably without requiring endless setup.

Cons

The interface feels a bit dated compared to modern web-based CRMs, and navigating through heavy datasets can occasionally feel slow. Setting up advanced custom automations or third-party integrations also comes with a slight learning curve, especially if you are not used to traditional database software.

Switched from

[HubSpot CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/152373/HubSpot-CRM/)

We needed a more straightforward and dedicated contact management system without paying heavy monthly subscription tiers for features we rarely touched. Act! offered better core contact history tracking and pipeline visibility suited to our day-to-day workflow compared to the previous setup.

Review Source

Response from Act!

November 9, 2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, Arman. We really value your feedback.

Executive Admin, Marketing Coordinator  
Used the software for: 1-3 years

### "ACT! REVIEW - EASY TO USE & KEEP ORGANIZED"

October 28, 2026

5.0

Overall, it has been a good experience. It is easy to use and helps keep track of everything I need; schedules, contacts, opportunities and so much more.

Pros

It is a great tool to keep you organized with everything in one place. I like that don't have to have several apps for different things. It is all in one in ACT!

Cons

Sometimes the calendar gets full for all day activities and then it limits you from seeing the rest of the calendar.

Review Source

Response from Act!

November 9, 2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, Ashely. We're thrilled to hear that Act! is helping you keep track of all the moving parts to your business.

Owner  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "We love ACT!"

October 22, 2026

5.0

The people on the phones are marvelous. Always answer our questions, and are helpful. The people on the tech side are wonderful as well. They have always been able to assist us with any tech issue we've had.

Pros

How user friendly it is. We use it to store names address, and information regarding installations of our customers.

Cons

We find it to be an expensive commodity for our office. Wish you could bundle like a 2 year or 3 year contract for cheaper.

Review Source

Response from Act!

October 23, 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share this, Gina. We’re so glad Act! makes it easy for your team to keep customer details and installation records organized in one place. And, your kind words about our support and tech teams mean a lot. We’ve passed them along, and they’ll be thrilled to hear it. Being there for you every step of the way is what we’re here for. We also appreciate your honest feedback on pricing and multi-year options and want to let you know that we have flexible options, including multi-year subscriptions, and can work with you 1:1 to find a plan that suits your needs, so please give us a call at 866-530-2718 so we can take care of that for you. And, thank you for being part of the Act! community for more than two years!

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Harvey T.  
President  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Act Database keeps me on track and organized"

October 15, 2026

5.0

Absolutely GREAT!!! I live with it 6 days a week. Sometimes 7. Give me peace of mind. I can not work without it

Pros

I have been a loyal ACT user since it was a DOS program. (Who remembers those days.??) Having been diagnosed with ADD decades ago, I need a place to store and organize my clients, and prospective clients information

Cons

The program is very slow. It boots up slowly and sometimes changes between sections slowly. It also tends to take a lot of resources of my computer

Review Source

Response from Act!

October 23, 2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, Harvey. We value your longtime partnership!

Administration Manager  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Reliable CRM for Managing Customer Information"

October 7, 2026

5.0

Overall, Act! Database is a reliable and useful CRM for managing customer information and keeping records organised. Some features could be more intuitive, but overall it meets our needs well.

Pros

I liked the convenience of having my customer database securely available in the cloud. It made it easier to access customer information from different locations, collaborate with colleagues, and keep data organised without relying on a single computer.

Cons

The main drawback is that the system can sometimes feel slow and less intuitive than newer CRM platforms. Some features can also be difficult to find or require too many steps, and occasional performance or connectivity issues can make it frustrating to use.

Alternatives considered

[Construction Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/231631/Construction-Manager/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

We chose Act! because it is reliable, easy to use, and provides the CRM features we need to manage customer information and relationships effectively.

Review Source

Response from Act!

October 13, 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your review, Alison. We’re glad Act! is keeping your customer information organized and easy to reach from wherever you’re working. That’s exactly what it’s built to do. And, we appreciate your honest feedback on speed and on how hard some features are to find. Our product team reviews comments like these as we plan updates. If you’d like help with a particular workflow or performance issue, please reach out to our support team. We’re happy to help you get more from Act! with fewer steps.

Sales Manager  
Used the software for: 1-3 years

### "Daily sales tracking made easy"

October 5, 2026

5.0

I've been using Act! for a while, and the automated email reminders keep my team on track. Each time a client’s payment is due, the system sends a friendly note, and I can tweak the message in seconds. It saves me hours of manual follow‑ups and keeps our cash flow steady.

Pros

The pipeline view lets me drag deals between stages with a click, and the mail merge saves me hours on follow‑up emails. It’s pretty solid for daily use.

Cons

Reporting feature is a bit slow, the help docs are thin, especially for advanced reporting, and the mobile app lags when I try to edit a deal on the go.

Review Source

Response from Act!

October 13, 2026

Rebecca, Thanks so much for the great review! It’s wonderful to hear that automated reminders keep your team on track and your cash flow steady. Saving hours on follow-ups is the kind of result we love to hear about. Thank you also for the feedback on reporting speed, help docs and the mobile app. We've just updated our in-product support assistant and hope it provides deeper insights. If you need any assistance, our support team is glad to help.

Director  
Used the software for: 1-3 years

### "Great software, great support."

October 5, 2026

5.0

Act are a very responsive, professional yet friendly, UK based company who go out of their way to ensure the end user has the best experience possible.

Pros

We are relatively new to Act and currently only have a one user account, however, it works really well for our company, helping to track our enquiries and follow up on phone calls and emails. We will be looking to extend this subscription to other team members and with the enhanced support, its' great to know that if or when we have 'issues' they are quickly resolved by a knowledgeable tech team.

Cons

We have had a couple of odd glitches with it working with outlook but nothing that the tech team at Act haven't been able to resolve.

Alternatives considered

[HubSpot CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/152373/HubSpot-CRM/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

Ease of use and good UK based tech support.

Review Source

Response from Act!

October 13, 2026

Thank you for such a kind review, Bev! We’re delighted Act! is helping you track inquiries and stay on top of follow-ups.

Senior Marketing Manager  
Used the software for: 1-3 years

### "Act! is solid for my team"

September 27, 2026

5.0

I love how Act! lets me set up automated follow‑up emails right after a client signs a contract. The drag‑and‑drop template editor saves me minutes each week, and the built‑in calendar sync keeps my team on the same page without double‑checking spreadsheets.

Pros

Custom fields let me tag leads by region and campaign, cutting follow‑up time. Zapier integration pushes contacts to Mailchimp instantly, which keeps my workflows tight.

Cons

Documentation on the email scheduling tool is thin so I spent a couple of days figuring out the time‑zone settings kind of annoying.

Review Source

Response from Act!

September 28, 2026

Thanks for the great review, Daniel! It's good to hear that custom fields and the integrations are keeping your follow-ups organized and your workflows tight. We've shared your feedback on the email scheduling documentation with our team, and we're sorry the time-zone settings took extra effort. If you ever get stuck, our support team is happy to help.

Senior Marketing Manager  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Quick Quote Generation with Act!"

September 22, 2026

5.0

I’ve been using Act! for a couple of years, and the custom reporting tool has become my go‑to. Pulling a sales pipeline report takes less than a minute, and the drag‑and‑drop layout lets me tweak columns on the fly, so I can share instant insights with the team during meetings.

Pros

Act!'s contact database syncs cleanly with Gmail, and the email templates let me send proposals in seconds. The deal pipeline is pretty solid, and the mobile app keeps me on track when I'm away from the desk.

Cons

The help docs are a bit thin and when I hit a snag the support replies after a day, which slows my workflow. And the reporting export options are limited.

Review Source

Response from Act!

September 28, 2026

Victoria, thank you for your review. We're glad to hear you're using the insights in the sales pipeline report. Thank you, too, for the honest notes on help docs, support response times, and export options. Our team is reviewing that feedback. We appreciate you, and we're glad Act! helps you share insights with your team in the moment.

Operations Manager  
Used the software for: Less than 1 year

### "Automating Quote Generation for Retail"

September 14, 2026

5.0

Act! has been a lifesaver when I use its email campaign builder. I can pull up a contact list, drag in a template, tweak a few lines, and hit send - all while my sales team sees real‑time stats in the same window. It’s made my follow‑ups faster and less stressful.

Pros

I appreciate the intuitive Deal Stage Tracking that lets our sales reps see progress at a glance, and the built‑in email templates save time on follow‑ups. The reporting dashboard is pretty solid, giving us clear insights into pipeline health without extra learning.

Cons

The interface can feel a bit cluttered especially when scrolling through the contact list but it's not a huge deal. Documentation sometimes lags behind new features, so I had to hunt forums for quick tips. Support response time is decent, though a bit slower than expected.

Review Source

Response from Act!

September 28, 2026

Thanks so much, Grace! We're glad Deal Stage Tracking and the email campaign builder are making your follow-ups faster and less stressful. That's exactly what we want for your team. We've passed along your notes about the contact list view, documentation, and support timing. Thank you for helping us improve. We're with you every step of the way.

Content Writer

Used the software for: Less than 1 year

4.5

November 10, 2026

AI summary based on a full review

Act! provides a practical solution for managing customer data, which has enhanced efficiency in daily tasks. However, users may find the initial setup process somewhat difficult.

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Elementary School Teacher

Used the software for: 1-3 years

5.0

November 6, 2026

AI summary based on a full review

Act! effectively addresses issues of disorganized customer data and communication by centralizing essential functions into one platform, enhancing productivity for growing teams. Despite its strengths, the dated user interface and high costs for advanced features may deter some users.

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Associate

Used the software for: 3-5 years

5.0

November 6, 2026

AI summary based on a full review

Act! provides a centralized platform for managing customer relationships, which helps reduce manual effort and ensures important interactions are not missed. On the downside, the navigation and some features could be more intuitive, and performance may lag with extensive data.

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Vice President  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "VP Construction and was a VP in Fire Protection"

April 29, 2026

5.0

Pros

I have it for many many years! Its an awesome setup that helps work! I have done it over 25 years . I need it to work successfully and it is! The letters written was though ACT. That's a way to keep track of customer's. I have over 4000 costumer's that I always look at!

Cons

NOTHING! I like ACT a lot!

Review Source

Response from Act!

April 29, 2026

Wow, Harry! 25-plus years is amazing! We love hearing that it's been such a reliable part of your work across industries. Thank you for the enthusiasm and for trusting Act! to keep everything running. Here's to many more years together!

CEO  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Satisfied ACT Customer"

May 22, 2026

4.0

My overall experience with ACT is better than average. However, it could still use some upgrades making it a more user friendly CRM.

Pros

The ACT desktop version is simple and easy to use for looking up contacts, taking notes, and generating pipeline reports. I appreciate having the capability of synchronizing updated information to the cloud.

Cons

Using ACT for marketing and setting up work flows for email campaigns is not the most user friendly feature. Additionally, the customer support team is great but language barrier's can sometimes be a challenge in achieving desired results in a timely manner.

Switched from

[Siberson Veriket Data Discovery](https://www.capterra.com/p/10038816/Siberson-Veriket-Data-Discovery/)

ACT was a more cost effective CRM for our small business needs.

Alternatives considered

[Siberson Veriket Data Discovery](https://www.capterra.com/p/10038816/Siberson-Veriket-Data-Discovery/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

ACT was a more cost effective CRM for our small business needs.

Review Source

Response from Act!

May 22, 2026

Thank you for your feedback, Kari. We hear you about our marketing solution and are about to release a new, simplified UI/UX in coming weeks. We value your feedback and hope you'll come back and let us know your thoughts after it goes live.

Chief of Staff  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "As an expereience CRM user, I would not reccomend this software"

May 11, 2026

2.0

Very poor. I am giving 2 stars instead of 1 because the customer success department is decent. As mentioned, if there weren't 34 years of company data in the notes field (which is not something you can migrate to another software) I would not use this CRM.

Pros

We recently took over the family business, and if we didn't have 34 years on relevent data we wouldn't stick with this CRM. Hvaing used Salesforce, Hubspot, and other internal private CRM's I have to say it is the most inferior and non-user friendly one I have encountered.

Cons

Static non-movable notes section. Formatting issues with the notes section, and constant glitching. Inability to copy and paste from preview. Weird organization method for contacts and company. Customer Success department is good, however having them in an overseas timezone when the 7th largest world economy is in California is very invonvienient time zone issue. Their overseas I.T. department has abolsutely no idea what they are doing. They were 15 minutes late for a ticketed scheduled meeting, and wouldn't have shown up if we didn't call them. They then hung up on our internal I.T. guy when they got confused, and then lied about it in the log notes; saying "he asked to put us on hold and never came back." I verified this later in another call.

Alternatives considered

[HubSpot Marketing Hub](https://www.capterra.com/p/171840/HubSpot-Marketing/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

As previously mentioned, there are 34 years of critical company history in the "notes" fields that would not be retreivabe in a software migration. I have used other CRMs at other jobs that are far superior.

Review Source

Response from Act!

May 11, 2026

Lydia, we are so sorry to hear about your experience thus far, with Act!. This is not what we want for you and have reached out to schedule a time to understand and address your issues. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

Owner  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Exceptional"

July 17, 2026

5.0

Great product with all of the features you would expect in a good CRM system. Even greater support when it is needed.

Pros

1\. It integrates with my Quickbooks Accounting App. 2. Automatic emailing to groups you create. 3. A great marketing tool with a lot of flexibility.

Cons

The desktop version i use does not allow the automatic creation of a Purchase Order from an estimate. A big timesaver. It used to be part of the version software I was using.

Review Source

Response from Act!

August 24, 2026

Raymond, "exceptional" is wonderful to hear, thank you! We love that the QuickBooks integration, group emailing, and marketing flexibility are serving your business so well. Your note about generating a purchase order automatically from an estimate is great feedback, and we will pass it along to our team. Thank you for the kind words and your loyalty!

Founder and CEO  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Act an old favorite, with great potential."

June 10, 2026

4.0

I have been using Act since its inception. It has been very slow to change and improve over the years. Since Switftpage purchased it from Sage it is 100% better. I'm just not sure if it will catch up to the current market in time to make it relevant again. It's customer support is ok but nothing to brag about.

Pros

I love the layout, information is clear easy to read and displayed the way it should; be not like other programs where you have to scroll down and open collapsed areas. It is a good value for the money, security is decent but can be broken. Sales management tools are strong. Especially when combined with QuoteWerks. Integration with QBO, Microsoft 365 and QuoteWerks is excellent.

Cons

So slow to adopt. It is just not keeping up with other programs. I don't really see any ground breaking website management, or marketing features regarding social media.

Alternatives considered

[Sage Construction Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/154874/Sage-Construction-Suite/)[Pipedrive](https://www.capterra.com/p/132666/Pipedrive/)[Dynamics 365](https://www.capterra.com/p/157279/Dynamics-365/)[HighLevel](https://www.capterra.com/p/177156/HighLevel/)[HubSpot CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/152373/HubSpot-CRM/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

GoldMine was a long time ago. I just thought Act was easier, Dynamics was too complicated, Sage CRM was also too complicated and not that good, HubSpot was too expensive, PipeDrive could not handle our contracts. I currently use Act and GoHighLevel, but unless Act can add a few more features, sadly, I will be switching after all these years.

Review Source

Response from Act!

June 12, 2026

Thomas, thank you for sticking with us through the years and for your candid perspective. We're glad the layout, integrations, and value are working well for you. Your push for more innovation is heard, there's a lot in motion, and we hope to show you what's next. We appreciate your continued loyalty.

President  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "30 Years of Excellence: A CRM Relationship That Has Delivered Unmatched Value, Service, and Reliability"

May 6, 2026

5.0

My overall experience with ACT! has been nothing short of exceptional. As of 2026, this represents a 29-year business relationship—one of the longest and most important professional relationships I have, including compared to many major service providers and financial institutions. I began using ACT! when my business was in its earlier stages, paying roughly $99, and over the decades I’ve watched both my company and ACT! evolve together. Today, even at a significantly higher investment, it remains worth every penny. Few companies can honestly claim to have delivered this level of consistent value, adaptability, and service over nearly three decades. What has kept me loyal is simple: unmatched customer support, dependable software, and continuous improvement. Their technical teams have repeatedly demonstrated an extraordinary willingness to solve problems completely—whether it involves troubleshooting, Outlook integration issues, or even recovering critical data. Their willingness to stay engaged until the issue is resolved provides a level of confidence that is increasingly rare in today’s software world. Like any long-term software platform, there are occasional technical hiccups, and at times communication with offshore support can require a little additional patience. However, these are minor considerations when weighed against the incredible affordability, depth of functionality, and level of service ACT! consistently delivers. ACT! is far more than just a CRM to my business—it has been a foundational operational tool for nearly 30 years. Their combination of value, reliability, and customer commitment is extraordinarily difficult to find, and I fully expect to remain a client for as long as I am in business.

Pros

For nearly 30 years, ACT! has been one of the most valuable business relationships I’ve had—including compared to my banking partners. Very few companies today deliver this level of long-term value, service, and reliability. What stands out most is their exceptional customer support and continuous software improvement. In an era where many major companies charge significantly more for limited online-only service, ACT! provides direct, high-level technical support from experienced senior technicians and engineers who genuinely stay with you until problems are fully resolved. Whether it’s recovering critical data or troubleshooting complex system issues, their team consistently delivers. ACT! has remained an essential part of my business infrastructure because they combine affordability, powerful CRM functionality, and unmatched support better than virtually anyone else in the industry.

Cons

If I had to identify one drawback, it would be that the software can occasionally be a bit finicky—particularly with things like Outlook integration needing to be reset or reconfigured from time to time. That said, this is rarely a serious issue because ACT!’s support team can typically remote in and resolve it within minutes. My only real criticism would be the occasional communication challenges that can come with offshore support teams. In a global business environment, that’s simply part of modern customer service, and it’s a small tradeoff considering the outstanding level of technical support ACT! provides at its price point. Ultimately, any minor frustrations are heavily outweighed by the company’s value, responsiveness, and commitment to keeping clients operational.

Alternatives considered

[GorillaDesk](https://www.capterra.com/p/130290/GorillaDesk/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

BGM is the oldest platform for financial advisors in the United States. For 40 years they cater to people in my field and charge $11,000 upfront for the software and training. I tried, I gave it everything I had and came back to act! because I like your platform better.

Review Source

Response from Act!

May 6, 2026

Dan, 29 years and a review like this to show for it! We are humbled! It's great to hear that our support team has consistently shown up for you over the decades, and your kind words about their commitment to staying with you until problems are fully resolved mean a great deal to our team. We hear you on the occasional Outlook hiccups. Here's to year 30 and well beyond — we'll be here!

President  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Sales Success with the support of ACT"

April 24, 2026

5.0

I have been using ACT since it first came out in the 80's. It is essential in organizing my Sales Program which is to make contact calls- opening new potential contact (downloading lists), Target mailings, keep track of following up calls and prospect to close, Tracking and Reporting Sales.

Pros

How it compliments my structured sales approach in making and recording calls. It helps me to organize my day and keep focused on the selling activity

Cons

I would like to be able to sync the ACT Calendar with my Outlook Calendar. To better manage appointments.

Alternatives considered

[Sales Force Assistant](https://www.capterra.com/p/247040/Sales-Quote-Assistant/)[Sales Force Automation-SFA](https://www.capterra.com/p/114993/Sales-Force-Automation-SFA/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

More economical - supported a single sales operation rather than a general 9 + man operation

Review Source

Response from Act!

April 24, 2026

Brien, thank you so much for your loyalty since the very beginning We're thrilled Act! continues to be a cornerstone of your sales program. We wanted to let you know that you can sync your Act! calendar to Outlook. We're including a few "how to" links here: Video: https://www.act.com/training-videos/email-integration/ Article: https://support.act.com/s/article/How-to-set-up-the-Online-Email-Integration-with-Act-Premium-Cloud-SaaS?language=en\_US But, please reach out to us at 866-873-2006 if you have any issues. Here's to many more years of sales success together!

DE

David E.  
Marketing Lead  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Act! CRM, a product that evolves to meet your needs"

April 27, 2026

5.0

Very positive and driven. Even though the in-depth customisation may slow things down from time-to-time, the robustness does give us the ability to fully customize the product that matches our needs.

Pros

It's UX and UI. Combine that with the peace of mind knowing our data is secure, and the amazing customer support whenever we have a question or the on-going training for using Act! and mobile access, we feel that those features alone elevate the value for money about our investment to manage our emails for our marketing and sales team.

Cons

At times, the in-depth customisation capabilities can feel a little clunky and slow, which can add to a loss of efficiency of human capital.

Switched from

[Constant Contact](https://www.capterra.com/p/31898/Constant-Contact/)

Constant Contact did not have a built-in CRM, which is extraordinarily limiting.

Alternatives considered

[HubSpot Marketing Hub](https://www.capterra.com/p/171840/HubSpot-Marketing/)[Salesforce Sales Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/61368/Salesforce/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

Quality of product, UI, UX and ongoing training and customer service.

Review Source

Response from Act!

April 27, 2026

David, thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review! We're proud that Act! has earned your trust on security, support, training, and customization. Your point about customization occasionally feeling clunky is well noted, we're streamlining that experience with each release. We truly appreciate your continued partnership!

Director of Marketing  
Used the software for: Less than 1 year

### "Easy to Use and Customize"

April 27, 2026

4.0

Now it is great. We have it setup exactly as we want it and we are in touch with the Customer Success Team who has been fantastic.

Pros

Ease of use and customization. It was easy to setup exactly as we wanted it and its easy to use, it also has a great library of how to videos.

Cons

Customer service initially. We had some issues with the first line of customer service but then we were directed to the Customer Success Team and that has been great.

Switched from

[HubSpot CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/152373/HubSpot-CRM/)

Cost and ease of use. Hubspot cost too much and had too many bells and whistles that made the use of the system more complicated.

Alternatives considered

[BQE CORE Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/141096/BQE-Software/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

Our BD Manager used it in the past and raved about it. The cost, and the ease of use.

Review Source

Response from Act!

April 27, 2026

We are happy to hear that the Customer Success Team turned things around and that the customization, ease of use, and how-to video library are all hitting the mark. Thank you for the lovely review and for giving us the chance to get it right!

EVP  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Long Time User"

April 22, 2026

4.0

Been using it for 30 years! Love it! The history function and like I said the calendar function are my favorites. I admittedly probably only use 5% of what it can do for me.

Pros

The calendar and scheduling function is my favorite feature. I have tried others and nothing compares.

Cons

Nobody I know in my industry is using it. No one. Which I find strange for Commercial Real Estate.

Alternatives considered

[Lightbox](https://www.capterra.com/p/232178/Lightbox/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

I have been a long-term user. Finally, someone came out with a product that could easily transfer my contacts - but I switched right back to ACT!

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Response from Act!

April 24, 2026

Jeffrey, 30 years, now that's a relationship we're proud of! So glad the calendar and history features have kept you coming back. Thanks for the kind words and your incredible loyalty!

BC

Brian C.  
Director  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Top-notch Tech and Sales Support"

March 26, 2026

4.0

Our company has used ACT for decades, and we are transitioning to cloud and marketing services to ACT.

Pros

Tech support is top notch. Email marketing services has multiple options for campaigns, with templates, drag and drop, and WYSIWYG editor available. It is also easy to add new fields.

Cons

By tying our database to online forms, we increase the risk of bad info overwriting good data. We have to adjust our fields and online forms so that we are not overwriting necessary info.

Alternatives considered

[Salesforce Marketing Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/248536/Salesforce-Marketing-Cloud/)

Reasons for choosing Act!

ACT has better support and more targeted applications for what we need.

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Response from Act!

March 27, 2026

Decades with Act! - That kind of long-term trust is extraordinary! We're thrilled you're continuing that journey as you transition to the cloud and our marketing services. And we're glad to hear our Tech Support team has been delivering for you, and that the email marketing tools, from campaign templates to the drag-and-drop and WYSIWYG editors, are meeting your needs. It's also great to know that after considering Salesforce Marketing Cloud, you found Act! to be the better fit for your support needs and targeted use case. Thank you for being a longtime Act! customer and for this review. It means a lot to us.

Sales Representative  
Used the software for: 3-5 years

### "Great contact management software"

May 13, 2026

4.0

My overall experience with Act! is positive. When I have had to call support they have been very helpful.

Pros

The online version of ACT! is more user friendly than the desktop version. I didn't realize this while using the desktop version. I like the fact my information shows up on my mobile phone in real time and vise versa. I haven't found anything to give me the value of the product for the price.

Cons

I have had problems with Outlook and Act! syncing. I find that I have to do it manually. I have a hard time using Act! help. I have to go to ChatGBT when I have a question about how something is working or call support to get help.

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Response from Act!

May 13, 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share this review, John. We're sorry to hear that you're having issues with your Outlook integration and would love to help if you would give our support team a call at 866-873-2006 or submit a support ticket request here: https://www.act.com/submit-a-ticket/.

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