How do I leave HubSpot?

Step 1: Export your data. Step 2: Set up Helix. Step 3: Parallel run. Step 4: Cancel HubSpot. Most users switch in 1-2 days.

How much does HubSpot cost over 5 years?

HubSpot at $20/month costs $240/year. With 11.4% annual SaaS inflation: $805 over 3 years, $1,507 over 5 years. Helix is $279 once.

What is the best HubSpot alternative?

Helix replaces HubSpot for $279 one-time. It includes invoicing, scheduling, CRM, time tracking, and full accounting. HubSpot lacks No invoicing built-in and No scheduling/booking (use Calendly) — Helix includes both. Break even in 14 months. 30-day money-back guarantee.

Escape HubSpot

HubSpot costs $20/month ($240/year). Helix is $279 once.
Here is everything you need to make the switch.

Bottom Line

HubSpot at $20/month costs $805 over 3 years with SaaS inflation. Helix is $279 once — you save $526 over that period. The migration takes 1-2 days. You can run both in parallel until you are confident. 30-day money-back guarantee means zero risk. One-time $279 vs $240-$43,200/year

The Price Creep Timeline

HubSpot currently charges $20/month. SaaS prices increase an average of 11.4% annually — five times general inflation. Here is what your HubSpot subscription actually costs over time:

Year 1

$240

Year 2

$267

Year 3

$298

3yr Total

$805

5yr Total

$1,507

Helix

$279

Every year you stay on HubSpot, the gap widens. The break-even point is 14 months. After that, HubSpot users keep paying while you keep $240+ per year.

The Real Problems with HubSpot

Price is not the only issue. HubSpot users consistently report these problems:

✗Steep jump from Starter to Professional ($20 to $800+)

✗Contact-based pricing can explode costs

✗Mandatory onboarding fees ($3,000-$7,000)

✗Per-seat model expensive for teams

✗Many features require additional Hubs

✗Many marketers complain that Professional feels like a $3,000 paywall for automation.

What HubSpot Does Not Include

You are paying $20/month and still missing these features. Each one requires yet another subscription:

⚠No invoicing built-in — not in HubSpot, included in Helix

⚠No scheduling/booking (use Calendly) — not in HubSpot, included in Helix

⚠No field service features — not in HubSpot, included in Helix

⚠Expensive to scale — not in HubSpot, included in Helix

⚠Complex pricing structure — not in HubSpot, included in Helix

What HubSpot Does Well (Honest Assessment)

HubSpot is not all bad. It genuinely excels at:

Comprehensive CRM with sales pipeline
Marketing automation on Pro+
Extensive integrations
Strong reporting and analytics

If you have a large team (10+) or need enterprise-specific features, HubSpot may still be the right choice. For solo operators and small teams, Helix does 90% of what HubSpot does at a fraction of the cost — once.

How to Switch: Step by Step

Most HubSpot users complete the switch in 1-2 days. Here is the exact process:

Export your data

Go to Settings → Data Export. Download clients, invoices, expenses as CSV.

Set up Helix

15-minute setup. Import your client list and data.

Parallel run

Run both for 1-2 weeks to verify everything transferred.

Cancel HubSpot

Cancel subscription before next billing cycle.

✓ Run both in parallel. Cancel HubSpot only when you are confident. Zero risk.

Trades That Use HubSpot

These operators commonly use HubSpot — and are switching to Helix:

Insurance Agents → Real Estate Agents → Consultants →

See Your Exact Savings

Escape HubSpot — Get Helix for $279

30-day money-back guarantee. Break even in 14 months.

FAQ

Is Helix really a full HubSpot replacement?

For solo operators and small teams (1-5), yes. Helix includes invoicing, scheduling, CRM, time tracking, task management, and full accounting. HubSpot may be better for large teams (10+) or enterprises needing specific integrations.

What happens to my data when I leave HubSpot?

Export everything before canceling. HubSpot provides CSV exports for most data. Import into Helix in about 15 minutes. Your data is yours — take it with you.

How long does the switch take?

Most users switch in 1-2 days. The export/import takes about an hour. Then run both tools in parallel for 1-2 weeks to verify. Cancel HubSpot when you are ready.

What if Helix does not work for me?

30-day money-back guarantee. Full refund, no questions. You lose nothing by trying.

Pricing verified March 2026.