Updated September 29, 2026 · ForgeCue Editorial Team
ERAG vs Kartra
ERAG
Kartra
Higher score in this comparison
Where ERAG and Kartra differ
| Compare | ERAGReviewVisitVisit | KartraReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1.99Lower | $59 |
| Usage limits | 100 MB free for 7 days | 500 contacts |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 14 daysHigher |
| Tool type | Chatbot, AutomationCovers more | Automation |
| Integrations | 24 | Not confirmed |
| Templates | Not confirmed | 100 |
Same on both: Free plan (No).
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Key differences
- Kartra scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Price from is lower at ERAG: $1.99 vs $59.
- Free trial length is higher at Kartra: 14 days vs 7 days.
- Support channels: only Kartra offers Chat, Community.
- Audience: only ERAG offers Enterprise.
- Audience: only Kartra offers Beginners, Small business.
- Tool type: only ERAG offers Chatbot.
Our verdict on each
ERAG
ERAG suits enterprise teams that want chatbot plus automation with CRM support on web and iOS, starting at entry pricing of $1.99 under Per-GB plus 4 plugins. You get trial access for 7 with usage capped at 100 MB free for 7 days and support through email and help centre plus help centre guidance.
Kartra
Kartra suits beginners and small businesses who want a site, a store and a help desk in a single subscription, but its entry price sits above the middle of the field. Entry pricing runs from $59, and the only no-cost look before paying is a trial.
Score breakdown
| Area | ERAG | Kartra |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9HigherEntry pricing at $1.99 with trial coverage for 7 keeps initial spend low for enterprise evaluation. | 8.7The cost part of the score is 3 against 5.2 overall, and entry price ranks 177 of 199. |
| Offer | 8.8Chatbot plus automation scope with CRM ability and 24 linked through 100 MB free for 7 days shapes practical utility. | 9.4HigherA single subscription for site, store and landing, plus help desk and automation, with 100 templates to start from. |
By the numbers
| Fact | ERAG | Kartra |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1.99 | $59 |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 14 days |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | ERAG | Kartra |
|---|---|---|
| Workflow automation tools | 2 of 231 | 15 of 231 |
What it costs in practice
A year on the entry plan
ERAG
$23.88
12 × $1.99
Kartra
$708
12 × $59
ERAG costs $684.12 less.
Worked out from the stated prices and rates; your own total depends on how you use it. Facts checked September 28, 2026.
Every fact side by side
| Fact | ERAG | Kartra |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | Enterprise | Beginners, Small business |
| Pricing model | Free trial | Free trial |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Kartra Inc. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre | Email, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Accounting software
| Fact | ERAG | Kartra |
|---|---|---|
| Payroll | Included | Not confirmed |
| Bank feeds | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | Web, iOS | Not confirmed |
CRM and helpdesk
| Fact | ERAG | Kartra |
|---|---|---|
| Price per user from | Not confirmed | $59 |
| Plan tiers | Per-GB plus 4 plugins | Essentials, Starter, Growth, Professional |
| Product | CRM | Help desk |
Email marketing
| Fact | ERAG | Kartra |
|---|---|---|
| Price at 1,000 contacts | Not confirmed | $119 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | ERAG | Kartra | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1.99lowest quarter | $59highest quarter | $22 |
| Free trial length | 7 dayslowest quarter | 14 daysat the median | 14 days |
| Integrations | 24below the median | Not confirmed | 36 |
| Templates | Not confirmed | 100below the median | 200 |
Median across 353 listed software products.
Pros and cons
ERAG
Pros
- Entry pricing at $1.99 under Per-GB plus 4 plugins keeps initial outlay modest for enterprise evaluation.
- Trial access for 7 lets you review behavior before committing, which is helpful alongside usage capped at 100 MB free for 7 days.
- Usage capped at 100 MB free for 7 days gives you a defined allowance to structure pilot workloads and storage expectations.
Cons
- There is no free plan, so you must move to paid access after trial coverage for 7 ends.
- Trial coverage for 7 is shorter than the typical trial length seen across many listings at 14, which limits evaluation time.
- Support runs on email and help centre only, so you will not find chat or phone assistance in the listed channels.
Kartra
Pros
- A single subscription covers site, store and landing, so a site, a store and a landing page do not need separate tools.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre, which covers most questions without a call.
- Automation and a help desk sit in the same bundle as the builder, widening what the subscription covers.
Cons
- No free plan, so every feature has to be judged inside the trial.
- Entry pricing of $59 asks for more than the group median of €7.89 for website builders.
- Transaction fees run 0% to 5% on store sales, where the group median is 0%.
Who each suits
ERAG
Who it suits
- Enterprise teams testing chatbot plus automation with CRM coverage will find ERAG relevant, while HubSpot may suit those prioritizing a free plan over trial based entry.
- Cost aware evaluators comparing entry points will find ERAG entry pricing at $1.99 useful against Bitbucket entry pricing at $3.65 and Marmin AI entry pricing at $0.05.
Who should look elsewhere
- Teams seeking a lasting free tier should consider HubSpot, which provides a free plan while ERAG has no free plan and relies on trial access for 7.
- Teams wanting phone or chat assistance should consider Bitbucket alternatives or broader support lineups, since ERAG support runs on email and help centre only.
Kartra
Who it suits
- Beginners and small businesses in beginners and small business who want one paid subscription for site, store and support.
- Solo sellers who also want a help desk and automation in the same place.
- Buyers who would rather test a full plan than stay on a limited free tier.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers on a tight budget: Ko-fi starts at $12.
- Sellers comparing in a local currency: Mitienda Uruguay starts at UYU 400.
- Automation buyers shopping elsewhere: Shafrik starts at XOF 9,900.
Current offers
Kartra
Current offer
Free trial
14 days free on any plan: 14 days
Limited time offer; trial limited to one trial per person per product; payment information must be on file before the account is created; 30-day hold period before a trial rebill counts as a sale
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
30-Day risk-free money back guarantee: 30 days
Applies to new customers; refund request must be made within 30 days of the start of a subscription; trial payments non-refundable
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
ERAG
What does ERAG cost at entry?+
Entry pricing sits at $1.99 under Per-GB plus 4 plugins. You pay on a Per-GB basis plus plugins, so your total will depend on consumption and selected addons rather than a flat seat fee.
Does ERAG offer a free plan?+
There is no free plan. You receive trial access for 7, after which you select paid access under Per-GB plus 4 plugins if you wish to continue using the service.
Kartra
How much does Kartra cost to start?+
Entry pricing runs from $59, and the e-commerce plan price is $59. Both point at the same starting figure, so a shop and a plain site begin in the same place. Renewal is the number to watch once the trial ends.
Is there a free plan?+
No. There is no free plan, so the 14 day trial is the only no-cost way in. The builder, the store and the help desk can all be tried before anything is paid, which suits a buyer who wants to feel the templates out first.