2026 Comparisons

The best alternatives to LinkedIn prospecting tools

Waalaxy, Lemlist, La Growth Machine, PhantomBuster, Expandi… We analyzed each tool to help you choose the best solution for your needs.

Our positioning

Cherlok — The AI that writes your messages for you

Unlike all the tools listed below, Cherlok doesn't just automate message sending. AI analyzes each LinkedIn profile and writes a unique, personalized message. Result: response rates up to 3× higher.

Try for free

The 5 main alternatives

Waalaxy

MultichannelFrom €30/month

Automated LinkedIn + email sequences. Easy to get started with, very popular in France.

SequencesMultichannelBuilt-in CRM
Good for beginners, non-personalized messages

Lemlist

Cold emailFrom €39/month

The cold email reference with image personalization. LinkedIn as a secondary feature.

Cold emailDynamic imagesMultichannel
Excellent for email, limited on LinkedIn

La Growth Machine

Advanced salesFrom €70/month

Premium tool with visual workflows and contact enrichment. For sales teams.

MultichannelEnrichmentWorkflows
Powerful but complex, for structured teams

PhantomBuster

AutomationFrom €56/month

Cloud scripts to automate and scrape LinkedIn. Very flexible technically.

ScrapingScriptsExtraction
Ideal for technical growth hackers

Expandi

Automation€99/month

Cloud LinkedIn automation known for its security. Multi-account management for agencies.

SecurityMulti-accountSequences
Secure, but messages must be written yourself

Quick comparison table

ToolAI writingPrice / monthMultichannelIdeal profile
Cherlok ✦Free → €99LinkedInAll profiles
Waalaxy€30 → €112SMB / Solo
Lemlist€39 → €159Email-first
La Growth Machine€70 → €160Sales teams
PhantomBuster€56 → €352Growth hackers
Expandi€99/monthAgencies

Ready to see the difference?

Try Cherlok for free and compare for yourself. No credit card required.

Get started for free