What Happened to LionDesk?

LionDesk was one of the most popular real estate CRMs — but as of 2026, it’s officially gone. If you’re a former user (or were considering it), here’s exactly what happened — and what you should use instead.

Quick answer: LionDesk was acquired by Lone Wolf and later discontinued. Users were moved to Lone Wolf Relationships.

Most agents switching from LionDesk choose:

Timeline: LionDesk to Lone Wolf

  • 2021: Lone Wolf acquires LionDesk.
  • 2024–2025: Development shifts toward Lone Wolf Relationships.
  • 2025: LionDesk discontinuation announced.
  • 2026: LionDesk is fully sunset.

Is LionDesk still available?

No. LionDesk is no longer available as a standalone CRM. It is not being developed, sold, or supported in the same way it once was.

If you're still using LionDesk, you'll eventually need to switch.

See the easiest replacement →

Why was LionDesk discontinued?

After acquiring LionDesk, Lone Wolf consolidated its software into a single ecosystem. Instead of maintaining multiple CRMs, the company focused development on a newer platform — Lone Wolf Relationships.

This is common in real estate software: companies acquire tools, then phase them out in favor of a unified system.

Should you switch to Lone Wolf Relationships?

It’s the official replacement — but not always the best choice.

Reality:Lone Wolf works best if you're already using their ecosystem. Otherwise, many agents find it less flexible than modern CRMs.

Most agents leave the Lone Wolf ecosystem entirely.

Follow Up Boss is the most common upgrade because it's simpler, faster, and built around follow-up — not paperwork.

See Follow Up Boss pricing →

LionDesk vs Lone Wolf Relationships

FeatureLionDeskLone Wolf
StatusDiscontinuedActive
Ease of UseSimpleMore complex
FocusCRM + communicationFull transaction ecosystem

Leaving LionDesk?

The biggest mistake agents make is waiting too long to switch. The faster you move to a modern CRM, the faster your follow-up improves.