Tapestry PRMTapestry PRM vs. Mesh (formerly Clay)
Mesh, formerly Clay and now part of Automattic, and Tapestry PRM are both personal CRMs. Mesh syncs your network across macOS, Windows, web, Android and iOS with an account. Tapestry PRM keeps your relationship memory in a folder on your device, with no account.
Side by side
| Compare | Tapestry PRM | Mesh (formerly Clay) |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A private personal CRM for Mac, built from your own email, calendar, messages and contacts | “Be more thoughtful with the people in your network” |
| Where your data lives | In a folder on your device; no Tapestry server receives it | Synced across its apps; its pricing page lists SOC 2 Type II |
| Account | None | Required; even the free plan asks for a credit card |
| Price, as listed | The local version is free; paid plans are planned | A free Personal plan for up to 1,000 contacts, and paid Pro and Team plans |
| Platforms | Mac first, with more platforms planned | macOS, Windows, web, Android and iOS |
| Sources | Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Contacts, Apple Contacts, iMessage, WhatsApp, LinkedIn and Granola | Email, calendar, X, LinkedIn, Facebook, iMessage and more |
| AI assistants | A read-only MCP server for the assistant you choose, off until you turn it on, with every access recorded on your device | Nexus, its AI navigator for your network |
| Acts for you | Never; every source is read-only | Reminders and prompts to reconnect |
| Works offline | Yes | Not stated |
Which is right for you
Choose Mesh (formerly Clay) if
- You want the same network on Windows, Android and iOS today.
- You want a free plan for up to 1,000 contacts in a hosted service.
Choose Tapestry PRM if
- You want your relationship memory to stay on your device, with no account.
- You want read-only access to your sources and the original messages kept alongside each detail.
Questions
Can I import my contacts from Mesh or Clay?
Not directly yet; CSV import is planned. Tapestry builds most of your relationship memory from your own email, calendar, messages and contacts, so there’s usually little to import.
Is Tapestry PRM on Windows or mobile?
Not yet. Tapestry PRM is Mac first, with more platforms planned.
Sources
- Mesh homepage (clay.earth), checked 23 September 2026
- Mesh pricing, checked 23 September 2026
- Tapestry PRM: what leaves your device, and to whom