Discover why + brands have already switched to Insider to accelerate growth, and increase productivity. Users rate Insider higher than Salesforce where it matters most:
Insider by the numbers.
Our platform offers unrivaled scalability and extensibility to deliver value quickly and continuously.
Average time to value
Integrations and connectors available
Average time to complete migration
Based on 1,000+ independent reviews, users rate Insider as the #1 choice, outranking Salesforce and every other vendor. Teams find Insider easier to set up, use, and do business with.
Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
Based on 1,000+ independent reviews, users rate Insider as the #1 choice, outranking Salesforce and every other vendor. Teams find Insider easier to set up, use, and do business with.
Features
Salesforce
Supported integrations with zero hidden costs
Competitor - Implementation is complex, and costs tend to exceed the initial scope.
Insider - Simple and clear pricing strategy, with no hidden costs for support or integration—all are included.
Advanced targeting and segmentation capabilities backed by AI
Competitor - Outdated targeting misses unidentified users, leading to lost opportunities and lower engagement.
Insider - Cover all visitors, including anonymous ones, to target and engage every user for better conversions.
Cross-channel journey orchestration
Competitor - An outdated, hard-to-use interface with a limited journey builder and dynamic content that requires coding, creates a major user hurdle.
Insider - 10+ channel coverage, including in-app and on-site, with real-time triggers, price drops, and back-in-stock options.
Customer Support Availability
Competitor - Additional customer support costs and slow support time delay mission-critical campaigns.
Insider - Support is available 24/7/365 via local experts, dedicated account management, self-guided academy, and ticketing.
Natively built platform
Competitor - Functions within Salesforce Marketing Cloud don’t work well together due to the platform being a conglomerate of acquisitions sitting on varying code bases.
Insider - Natively built platform developed by in-house teams. A leader, according to Forrester, G2, Gartner, and IDC. Helping 1,000+ enterprise brands in 26 countries.
Based on 1,000+ independent reviews, users rate Insider as the #1 choice, outranking Salesforce and every other vendor. Teams find Insider easier to set up, use, and do business with.
Insider
Competitor
Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
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Competitor
Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
Insider
Competitor
Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
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Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
Insider
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Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
Insider
Competitor
Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
Insider
Competitor
Source: G2 Comparison of Insider vs Salesforce Marketing Cloud as of October 2024
Insider
Simple and clear pricing strategy, with no hidden costs for support or integration—all are included.
Salesforce
Implementation is complex, and costs tend to exceed the initial scope.
Insider
Cover all visitors, including anonymous ones, to target and engage every user for better conversions.
Salesforce
Outdated targeting misses unidentified users, leading to lost opportunities and lower engagement.
Insider
10+ channel coverage, including in-app and on-site, with real-time triggers, price drops, and back-in-stock options.
Salesforce
An outdated, hard-to-use interface with a limited journey builder and dynamic content that requires coding, creates a major user hurdle.
Insider
Support is available 24/7/365 via local experts, dedicated account management, self-guided academy, and ticketing.
Salesforce
Additional customer support costs and slow support time delay mission-critical campaigns.
Insider
Natively built platform developed by in-house teams. A leader, according to Forrester, G2, Gartner, and IDC. Helping 1,000+ enterprise brands in 26 countries.
Salesforce
Functions within Salesforce Marketing Cloud don’t work well together due to the platform being a conglomerate of acquisitions sitting on varying code bases.
“Insider’s capabilities are amazing. We needed a solution that would help us deliver personalization at scale to boost engagement and drive conversions – Insider had just the right set of tools.”
Senior Ecommerce Manager at Adidas
259%
Increase in average order value
13%
Increase in conversion rate
5X
Uplift in Conversion Rate
“Insider has become so much more than a technology partner for us. They own our growth targets like their own and always share best practices and industry know-how”
Group Head of Digital Marketing and Ecommerce at Vodafone
6x
Return on investment in 12 weeks
4.1%
Increase in average revenue per user
64%
Uplift in lead generation across channels
“No one should think twice about choosing Insider. The Insider team is always available, and always helping us optimize our customer experience.”
Ecommerce Lead at MAC Cosmetics
17X
Return on investment
7.3%
Increase in average order value
4.8%
Uplift in conversion rate
“We couldn’t believe how quick [it] was to set up and the results have ben incredible. Insider enabled us to build relevant campaigns across nearly 30 different customer segments.”
Ecommerce Director at Slazenger
49X
Return on investment in 8 weeks
40%
Revenue recovery rate
700%
Uplift in customer acquisition
Salesforce Marketing Cloud lacks native support for key channels like WhatsApp and SMS, requiring users to rely on third-party integrations that complicate operations and delay campaigns.
Salesforce may be a powerful CRM, but it lacks an integrated action layer for real-time marketing when connected to Salesforce Marketing Cloud. Insider combines customer data with real-time actions, delivering personalized experiences that drive better results.
Salesforce receives criticism for its slow and unresponsive customer support, leaving users waiting for critical issue resolution. This lack of timely assistance can disrupt marketing operations and create frustration for businesses relying on the platform for mission-critical campaigns.
Users cite Salesforce Marketing Cloud’s UX/UI as overly complex and unintuitive, with a steep learning curve that hinders campaign execution. This slows workflows, requires extensive training, and delays both basic and advanced tasks.
“One of the worst platforms I have ever encountered. Terrible user experience. Integration is complicated and breaks easily.”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
“32X ROI. From integration and implementation to execution, we’ve been impressed with every aspect of Insider.”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
‘’It feels like it is purposefully over-complicated. Instead of being helpful…you’re left to flounder around trying to figure out how to do things.’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
‘’We were surprised by how fast and easy the integration process was. Insider’s team was helpful throughout the process and left no question [unanswered].’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
“One of the worst platforms I have ever encountered. Terrible user experience. Integration is complicated and breaks easily.’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
‘’The most comprehensive platform I've ever used. We were impressed by how easy to use it is.’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
“Customer service and technical support are a nightmare..”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
‘’Great product and excellent service. They are the best partner.”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
“One of the worst platforms I have ever encountered. Terrible user experience. Integration is complicated and breaks easily.”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
“32X ROI. From integration and implementation to execution, we’ve been impressed with every aspect of Insider.”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
‘’It feels like it is purposefully over-complicated. Instead of being helpful…you’re left to flounder around trying to figure out how to do things.’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
‘’We were surprised by how fast and easy the integration process was. Insider’s team was helpful throughout the process and left no question [unanswered].’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
“One of the worst platforms I have ever encountered. Terrible user experience. Integration is complicated and breaks easily.’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
‘’The most comprehensive platform I've ever used. We were impressed by how easy to use it is.’’
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
“Customer service and technical support are a nightmare..”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
Verified G2 User
‘’Great product and excellent service. They are the best partner.”
Enterprise (>1000 emp.)
Verified G2 User
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Insider is a leading alternative to Salesforce Marketing Cloud, offering a faster time to market, more intuitive UI, and a comprehensive suite of AI-powered personalization tools. Brands switching from Salesforce Marketing Cloud competitors to Insider benefit from seamless migration, zero downtime, and improved results across key metrics like conversion rates and engagement.
Insider stands out compared to Salesforce Marketing Cloud alternatives by offering real-time personalization capabilities across multiple channels, including web, mobile, app, and WhatsApp Commerce. While Salesforce Marketing Cloud offers journey orchestration, Insider’s AI-driven recommendations and easy-to-use Architect feature enable marketers to create hyper-personalized customer journeys with minimal effort.
Many companies are migrating from Salesforce Marketing Cloud competitors like Salesforce to Insider due to its simpler implementation, better customer support, and more advanced analytics. Insider’s platform is designed to deliver faster results and is favored by brands looking to transition away from Salesforce’s legacy systems. Additionally, Insider’s platform is recognized for being agile and marketer-friendly, ideal for brands frustrated with the complexity of SFMC marketing cloud.
Insider’s AI-powered analytics are designed to give marketers actionable insights that improve personalization and engagement. Compared to Salesforce Marketing Cloud analytics, Insider provides predictive analytics that can anticipate customer behaviors, driving higher ROI and customer lifetime value. Insider’s platform also integrates online and offline data seamlessly, making it a top contender among Salesforce Marketing Cloud competitors.
Insider consistently ranks as a leader in personalization, recognized by Gartner Magic Quadrant for its robust features in journey orchestration and AI-driven marketing. Many Salesforce Marketing Cloud competitors struggle to innovate at the same pace, making Insider a preferred choice for businesses looking for a platform that excels in personalization, scalability, and customer engagement.
While Salesforce Marketing Cloud offers a comprehensive marketing suite, many brands find Insider’s platform to be more intuitive and marketer-friendly. Insider focuses on quick deployment with superior support, offering seamless multi-channel experiences. Whether it’s through AI-powered orchestration or WhatsApp marketing, Insider provides easier integration and faster time to value, positioning it as a strong alternative to Salesforce.com marketing cloud.
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