Quick Comparison
| Feature | Snowball | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Business card scanning | 2-second AI scan | Not available |
| Voice notes | ||
| Primary purpose | Contact management | Project management |
| Follow-up reminders | Built-in | To-dos |
| Offline mode | Limited | |
| CRM integrations | 100+ | Limited |
| Contact-centric | ||
| Pricing | Free tier | Flat rate |
Basecamp is for Team Projects
Basecamp keeps teams organized with to-dos, messages, and files. But tracking contacts in Basecamp is awkward—there's no contact model, no card scanning, no relationship features.
- No contact management features
- No business card scanning
- No voice notes
- Project-centric, not contact-centric
- No CRM integration
Key Differences
Instant Card Capture
Scan business cards at events. Basecamp has no capture functionality.
Voice Notes
Record context about conversations. Basecamp is text-only.
Built for Contacts
Every feature focuses on relationships. Basecamp focuses on team collaboration.
CRM Integration
Sync contacts to 100+ CRMs. Basecamp stays isolated.
When Basecamp Works
- You need team project management
- Internal collaboration is the priority
- You don't need external contact tracking
- You prefer all-in-one project tools
When Snowball Wins
- You need to track external contacts
- Business card scanning is essential
- Voice notes improve your memory
- CRM sync is required
Adding Snowball to Your Stack
Keep Basecamp for team projects
Use Snowball for external contacts
Connect both to your CRM if needed
Different tools for different purposes
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Basecamp manage contacts?
Basecamp isn't designed for contact management. Use Snowball for relationships.
Does Basecamp scan business cards?
No. Basecamp is project management. Use Snowball for card scanning.
Should I use both?
Yes—Basecamp for internal projects, Snowball for external contacts.
Do they integrate?
Limited. Use Snowball for contacts and sync to CRM separately.