CRM · head to head
Bitrix24 vs Gather
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Bitrix24 enterprise pricing scales significantly ($399-7999/month); Gather no native desktop or mobile app; browser-based only
- They diverge on capability: Bitrix24 covers Contact management, Gather covers Proximity video chat.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Bitrix24 and Gather actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Bitrix24
- Contact management
- Sales pipeline
- Service desk
- Project management
- Chat
- Automation
- Mobile app
- Zapier
Only in Gather
- Proximity video chat
- Customizable spaces
- Interactive objects
- Screen sharing
- Calendar
- Google Workspace
- Desktop support
Both cover
- Slack
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Bitrix24
- CRM and sales managementnot Gather
- Project management with Kanban/Ganttnot Gather
- Team collaboration and chatnot Gather
- E-commerce integrationnot Gather
Gather
- VR Gamingnot Bitrix24
- AR Marketingnot Bitrix24
- Virtual Trainingnot Bitrix24
- 3D Visualizationnot Bitrix24
- Immersive Experiencesnot Bitrix24
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Bitrix24
- Enterprise pricing scales significantly ($399-7999/month)
- Monthly billing costs 31% more than annual billing
Gather
- No native desktop or mobile app; browser-based only
- Limited API documentation compared to enterprise competitors
- Scaling large virtual offices can impact performance
Pricing, plan by plan
Bitrix24
Free- FreeFree
- 1-2 users
- 5GB storage
- Basic CRM
- Basic$49/month
- 5 users
- 24GB storage
- Sales pipelines
- Standard$99/month
- 50 users
- 100GB storage
- Sales automation
- Professional$199/month
- 100 users
- 1TB storage
- AI-powered sales
Gather
Free- 30-Day TrialFree
- Up to 50 team members
- All features included
- Meetings and chat
- Essential$12/month
- All features
- Meeting recordings starting at 20 hours
- Meeting transcriptions starting at 30 hours
Which should you pick?
Choose Bitrix24 if
- You need contact management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want sales pipeline.
Choose Gather if
- You need proximity video chat.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want customizable spaces.
Questions people ask
- Is Bitrix24 or Gather better?
- Neither clearly leads. Bitrix24 starts at Free and Gather at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Bitrix24 or Gather?
- Bitrix24 starts at Free and Gather at Free.
- Does Bitrix24 or Gather run on more platforms?
- Bitrix24 runs on Web, Ios, Android. Gather runs on Web.
- Can I use Bitrix24 for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Bitrix24 best used for?
- Bitrix24 is most often used for crm and sales management, project management with kanban/gantt, team collaboration and chat, e-commerce integration. Of those, crm and sales management and project management with kanban/gantt are not what Gather is typically brought in for.
- What can Bitrix24 do that Gather cannot?
- Bitrix24 covers Contact management, Sales pipeline, Service desk, Project management. Gather covers Proximity video chat, Customizable spaces, Interactive objects, Screen sharing. Both handle Slack, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Bitrix24: How much does Bitrix24 cost?
Bitrix24 offers tiered pricing from free up to $7,999/month for Enterprise. Basic starts at $49/month (annual) or $69/month (monthly) for 5 users, Standard at $99-$144/month for 50 users, Professional at $199-$289/month for 100 users, and Enterprise at $399-7,999/month for up to 10,000 users with up to 30TB storage. Annual billing offers up to 31% savings versus monthly billing.
SourceGather: What is a free trial of Gather like?
Gather offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required that includes up to 50 team members and access to all features including meetings, chat, AI meeting notes, and full office customization.
SourceBitrix24: Is there a free version of Bitrix24?
Yes, Bitrix24 offers a free plan for 1-2 users with 5GB storage and basic features including CRM, Kanban/Gantt task management, shared calendars, chat, and video calls. No credit card is required.
SourceGather: How does Gather reduce meeting load?
Gather recreates natural office dynamics through spatial audio and proximity-based interactions, allowing colleagues to bump into each other and have quick conversations without scheduled calls. Teams report shorter, more organic conversations that wrap up in under 10 minutes.
SourceBitrix24: What features does Bitrix24's Standard plan add over Basic?
The Standard plan at $99/month (annual) or $144/month (monthly) supports 50 users with 100GB storage and adds sales automation, unlimited leads, invoices, online payments, e-commerce capabilities, and unlimited projects beyond Basic plan features.
SourceGather: What platforms and devices does Gather support?
Gather works on web browsers and integrates with Slack and Google Chat. The platform supports audio/video calls, screen sharing, and custom workspace design.
SourceGather: Does Gather work offline?
Gather is a web-based platform that requires an internet connection to function, though it emphasizes quick connection and low bandwidth requirements compared to traditional video conferencing.
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