Startup Tool Stack Builder
Answer four quick questions and get a personalized startup tool stack — matched to your business type, stage, budget, and growth goal — with an estimated monthly cost.
Based on: SaaS · MVP · Free – $50 · Get leads
- CRMHubSpot
Free CRM to capture leads and track follow-ups
- AnalyticsPostHog
Free Analytics to see what users actually do
- Automation & EmailMake
Free Automation & Email to automate email and nurture leads
- ProductivityNotion
Free Productivity to organize docs, tasks, and roadmap
- AI AssistantClaude
Free AI Assistant to draft content and move faster
Why this stack: This 5-tool stack keeps cost near zero by leaning on free plans, covers your "get leads" goal for a MVP-stage SaaS startup, and can grow tier by tier as you hit each tool's ceiling.
Upgrade path: Start on free plans. Upgrade your CRM and automation first once leads or volume justify it.
Idea, MVP, early revenue, or scaling — the stack adapts.
Free-plan-first when money is tight; depth when it isn't.
Coverage without overlap, so you never pay twice.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Startup Tool Stack Builder work?
Choose your business type, startup stage, monthly budget, and main growth goal. The builder applies practical rules to recommend one tool per role — CRM, analytics, automation, productivity, AI, and more — then estimates your monthly cost and suggests an upgrade path.
Is the Stack Builder free?
Yes, it is completely free and requires no sign-up. Adjust any input and the recommended startup tool stack updates instantly.
How accurate are the recommendations?
Recommendations reflect common startup needs and real tool pricing tiers. They are a practical starting point, not a one-size-fits-all answer — open any tool to compare alternatives before committing.
Can I change tools in my recommended stack?
Absolutely. Each recommended tool links to a detail page with pros, cons, pricing notes, and alternatives so you can swap in whatever fits your team.