Platform Comparison
Which platform is better for real estate agents? Compare features, pricing, and real user experiences.
Rating: 4/5
From: $25/mo
Best for budget conscious agents
Rating: 4.6/5
From: $69
Best for teams
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Feature Comparison
Feature
LionDesk
Follow Up Boss
Starting Price
$25/mo
$69
Avg Cost/Lead
N/A
N/A
Our Rating
4/5
4.6/5
Free Tier
✓
✗
Contract Required
No
No
Year Founded
2014
2011
CRM
text messaging
email marketing
video messaging
automation
lead routing
automated follow up
email campaigns
integrations
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
Cons
Pros
Cons
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— Real Estate Agent, Austin, TX
Our Verdict
Choose LionDesk if: You need CRM and text messaging and are budget conscious agents or small teams. It's also the more affordable option starting at $25.
Choose Follow Up Boss if: You prioritize lead routing and automated follow-up and are teams or high volume agents.
Bottom line: Both platforms serve real estate agents well, but in different ways. Follow Up Boss scores 4.6/5 in our ratings while LionDesk scores 4/5. Your best choice depends on your specific needs, budget, and experience level.
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See How It Works →FAQ
LionDesk (4/5) is best for budget-conscious agents and small teams, while Follow Up Boss (4.6/5) is best for teams and high-volume agents. Your choice depends on your specific needs and budget.
LionDesk starts at $25/month while Follow Up Boss starts at $69. Compare total cost of ownership including lead costs.
Yes, many agents use multiple platforms together. LionDesk and Follow Up Boss can complement each other if they serve different functions in your lead generation process.
Lead quality depends on many factors. LionDesk specializes in buyer, seller, all-types leads while Follow Up Boss focuses on buyer, seller, all-types leads. Both can produce quality leads with proper follow-up.
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