# CRM: Free Open Source Alternative to Insightly

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/crm
Last updated: 2026-11-07

CRM (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Insightly. Open source CRM with AI agents that read your inbox, enrich contacts and companies, schedule follow-ups, and build new agents from plain-language descriptions.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: CRM
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://trycrm.ai/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/trycompai/crm
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 11.9k
- **Runs On**: Self-host
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: web, self-hosted, docker to self-host
- **Data Storage**: All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/trycompai/crm or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Insightly.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (1)
Replacing these paid tools with CRM saves up to $49/mo ($588/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Insightly](https://caniforkit.com/insightly) | [crm](https://caniforkit.com/category/crm) | $49/mo | [Compare Insightly vs CRM](https://caniforkit.com/vs/insightly-vs-crm) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is CRM free and open source?
CRM is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Open source CRM with AI agents that read your inbox, enrich contacts and companies, schedule follow-ups, and build new agents from plain-language descriptions.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using CRM?
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Insightly.

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- [Homepage](https://caniforkit.com)