Quick Comparison
| Feature | Snowball | Wrike |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise features | Team sharing | Advanced PM |
Wrike is Enterprise Project Management
Wrike excels at enterprise project management—Gantt charts, resource planning, proofing. But managing contacts in Wrike means creating tasks for people. No scanning, no voice notes, no relationship features.
- No business card scanning
- No voice notes
- Project-focused, not contact-focused
- Tasks represent work, not relationships
- No CRM functionality
Key Differences
Instant Card Capture
Scan business cards at events. Wrike has no capture functionality.
Voice Notes
Record context about conversations. Wrike is text-only.
Built for Contacts
Every feature focuses on relationships. Wrike focuses on project delivery.
CRM Integration
Sync contacts to 100+ CRMs. Wrike doesn't speak CRM.
When Wrike Works
- You need enterprise project management
- Gantt charts and resource planning matter
- Your team already uses Wrike
- Projects are your focus, not contacts
When Snowball Wins
- You attend events and need card scanning
- Voice notes improve your follow-ups
- CRM integration is essential
- Contact management is your goal
Using Both Tools
Keep Wrike for project management
Use Snowball for contact capture
Sync Snowball contacts to your CRM
Link CRM contacts to Wrike projects as needed
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Wrike manage contacts?
Wrike is project management. Use Snowball for contacts and sync to a CRM.
Does Wrike scan business cards?
No. Use Snowball for card scanning at events.
Should I use both?
Yes—Wrike for projects, Snowball for contacts. Different purposes.
Do they integrate?
Via Zapier or through your CRM as an intermediary.