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Gather vs HubSpot CRM

Gather logo

Gather

Remote Work

Virtual spaces for remote collaboration

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
HubSpot CRM logo

HubSpot CRM

Remote Work

Free CRM for sales and marketing

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Gather no native desktop or mobile app; browser-based only; HubSpot CRM starter tier starts at 15 USD per month per seat and Enterprise features like single sign-on require the 75 USD per month per seat tier
  • They diverge on capability: Gather covers Proximity video chat, HubSpot CRM covers Contact management.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Gather and HubSpot CRM actually diverge.

Attributes where Gather and HubSpot CRM differ
AttributeGatherHubSpot CRM
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsWebWeb, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android
Founded20202006

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Remote Work).

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 Gather

  • Proximity video chat
  • Customizable spaces
  • Interactive objects
  • Screen sharing
  • Calendar
  • Desktop support

Only in HubSpot CRM

  • Contact management
  • Deal tracking
  • Email
  • Reporting
  • Automation
  • GitHub
  • Salesforce
  • Zapier

Both cover

  • Slack
  • Google Workspace
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Gather

  • VR Gamingnot HubSpot CRM
  • AR Marketingnot HubSpot CRM
  • Virtual Trainingnot HubSpot CRM
  • 3D Visualizationnot HubSpot CRM
  • Immersive Experiencesnot HubSpot CRM

HubSpot CRM

  • Video Conferencingnot Gather
  • Team Collaborationnot Gather
  • Project Managementnot Gather

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Gather

  • No native desktop or mobile app; browser-based only
  • Limited API documentation compared to enterprise competitors
  • Scaling large virtual offices can impact performance

HubSpot CRM

  • Starter tier starts at 15 USD per month per seat and Enterprise features like single sign-on require the 75 USD per month per seat tier

Pricing, plan by plan

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

HubSpot CRM

Free
  • FreeFree
    • CRM
    • Landing pages
    • Email
  • Starter$50/month
    • Email campaigns
    • Advanced features
    • Support
  • Professional$800/month
    • Advanced automation
    • Custom integration
    • Support

Which should you pick?

Choose Gather if

  • You need proximity video chat.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want customizable spaces.
Gather review

Choose HubSpot CRM if

  • You need contact management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android.
  • You also want deal tracking.
HubSpot CRM review

Questions people ask

Is Gather or HubSpot CRM better?
Neither clearly leads. Gather starts at Free and HubSpot CRM at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Gather or HubSpot CRM?
Gather starts at Free and HubSpot CRM at Free.
Does Gather or HubSpot CRM run on more platforms?
Gather runs on Web. HubSpot CRM runs on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android.
Can I use Gather for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Gather best used for?
Gather is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what HubSpot CRM is typically brought in for.
What can Gather do that HubSpot CRM cannot?
Gather covers Proximity video chat, Customizable spaces, Interactive objects, Screen sharing. HubSpot CRM covers Contact management, Deal tracking, Email, Reporting. Both handle Slack, Google Workspace, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Gather: 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.

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Gather: 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.

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Gather: 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.

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Gather: 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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