| Feature | DealMako | SmarterContact |
|---|---|---|
| Map search | 35+ filters | |
| Skip tracing | Bundled allowance | Limited |
| SMS campaigns | TCPA-compliant + A/B | |
| AI deal analysis | ||
| Comp reports | 9 adjustments | |
| Pipeline / CRM | ||
| E-signatures | ||
| Team management | 5 roles, 29 categories | Basic |
| Free plan | ||
| Starting price | $99/mo | $149+/mo |
Pricing comparison
DealMako
$99/mo (Starter)
Full-stack platform. Free plan available.
SmarterContact
$149+/mo
Often requires additional tools to match DealMako's feature set.
SmarterContact's entry tier is $149+/mo for SMS plus a basic CRM. DealMako Starter is $99/mo for the same SMS and CRM, plus property data, skip tracing, comp reports, AI deal scoring, e-signatures, and granular team permissions.
Why wholesalers choose DealMako
Everything SmarterContact does, plus what it doesn't
Same SMS + CRM, plus property data, skip tracing, comp engine, AI scoring, and e-signatures. One tool for the whole workflow.
Lower entry price
DealMako Starter is $99/mo vs SmarterContact at $149+/mo — and includes more features at every tier.
Built for wholesalers end-to-end
Purpose-built deal math: ARV, MAO, repair estimates, assignment fee, ROI, profit projection. Not a generic CRM with SMS bolted on.
Granular team permissions
5 role templates and 29 permission categories let you give acquisitions, dispositions, and admin staff exactly the access they need.
Frequently asked questions
SmarterContact is SMS + a basic CRM. DealMako is SMS + CRM + property data + comp engine + AI deal analysis + e-signatures + team management — the entire workflow in one tool.