How we picked
A CRM "with quoting" can mean three different things: (1) a real native quote builder with line items, discounts, and e-signature, (2) a thin integration with PandaDoc or DocuSign that puts a button on the deal record, or (3) full CPQ with rules-based pricing and approvals. We picked tools that own at least native quoting end-to-end — generate, brand, send, sign, and track without a second product. Where CPQ matters (Salesforce), we called it out separately.
What to prioritize
- Native quote builder with line items and discounts. Anything less and reps still bounce to a separate tool.
- E-signature included (or one click into DocuSign/Adobe Sign).
- Custom branding and templates. Sales collateral that looks like a vendor proposal, not a generated PDF.
- Approval workflows for any team where discounts above X% need sign-off.
- Payment collection. Stripe or similar — collect the deposit at signature, not in a separate invoicing tool.
- Recurring revenue support. If you sell subscriptions, quotes should reflect MRR/ARR and renewal terms cleanly.