Formlite vs HubSpot Forms: Fast vs. CRM-Bound
HubSpot Forms are convenient inside the CRM. Formlite is faster, cheaper, and independent if you just want great-looking forms.
Quick verdict
Choose Formlite if:
- You want modern, brandable forms fast
- You don't want forms tied to HubSpot
- Budget matters more than CRM workflows
Choose HubSpot Forms if:
- You rely heavily on HubSpot automation
- Keeping all data native to HubSpot is critical
- You accept a more rigid form UI
Feature comparison
| Feature | Formlite | HubSpot Forms |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | ||
| Price for branding removal | €12 | $45+ (Starter) |
| Setup Time | <1 min | Requires HubSpot setup |
| CRM dependency | None | HubSpot required |
| Design control | Modern themes | Limited |
| Multi-step | ||
| Conditional logic | Roadmap | |
| Integrations | Exports/Webhooks | Native HubSpot |
| Email automation | Basic notifications | CRM workflows |
| Best for | Teams without HubSpot | HubSpot users |
Frequently asked questions
If you need tight CRM automation and are already in HubSpot, staying inside it is convenient. If you want better UX, faster publishing, or to avoid locking forms to HubSpot, Formlite is a lighter option.
No—you still collect leads in Formlite and can export or sync via automation. HubSpot makes CRM syncing automatic but the forms feel more rigid.
You need a paid HubSpot plan to remove HubSpot branding. Formlite lets you remove branding on the affordable Pro plan.
HubSpot has advanced workflows built in. Formlite focuses on form experience and notifications; you can connect automations via your stack if needed.