Quick Comparison
| Feature | Snowball | Asana |
|---|---|---|
| Business card scanning | 2-second AI scan | Not available |
| Voice notes | ||
| Primary purpose | Contact management | Project management |
| Follow-up reminders | Built-in | Task-based |
| Offline mode | Limited | |
| CRM integrations | 100+ | Via integrations |
| Mobile app | Contact-focused | Task-focused |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Asana is for Tasks, Not Relationships
Some teams try to track contacts in Asana—creating tasks for follow-ups, projects for deals. But Asana is optimized for task management, not relationship building. No scanning, no voice notes, no CRM sync.
- No business card scanning
- No voice notes for context
- Task-centric, not contact-centric
- No CRM integration
- Workarounds feel clunky
Key Differences
Instant Card Capture
Scan business cards instantly. Asana can't capture contacts—only manage tasks.
Voice Notes
Record conversation context. Asana is text comments only.
Contact-Centric
Every feature is built around contacts. Asana is built around tasks.
CRM Integration
Sync to 100+ CRMs. Asana doesn't speak the CRM language.
When Asana Makes Sense
- Your team already uses Asana heavily
- You need project management, not contact management
- Task tracking is your priority
- You don't attend networking events
When Snowball Wins
- You attend events and need card scanning
- Voice notes improve your follow-ups
- You need proper CRM integration
- Contact management is your goal
Separating Contacts from Asana
Identify contact-related tasks in Asana
Create proper contacts in Snowball
Set up CRM integration
Use Asana for projects, Snowball for relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Asana work as a CRM?
Technically yes, but it's clunky. Asana is designed for projects. Use Snowball for contacts.
Does Asana scan business cards?
No. Asana has no card scanning. Use Snowball for event capture.
Should I use both?
Yes—Asana for projects, Snowball for contacts. Different tools for different jobs.
Can they integrate?
Via Zapier. Create Asana tasks from Snowball contacts or follow-ups.