Expandi and Dripify are both cloud sequencers, not sourcing tools, which is exactly where the comparison gets useful. Here is what each one actually adds beyond "send connection requests automatically."
What Expandi does
Expandi runs entirely in the cloud with an isolated environment and a dedicated IP per client account, aimed squarely at agencies. It supports strong multi-step sequencing with conditional branches and a unified inbox. Sourcing is limited to LinkedIn search results and connection-list extraction, around 2-3 methods, and there is no built-in CRM or native AI Responder. Pricing starts at $99/mo with a 7-day trial and no permanent free tier.
What Dripify does
Dripify is a cloud-based LinkedIn automation tool that runs sequenced connection requests and messages, with basic analytics and team features on a per-seat subscription. Sourcing is limited: you bring the list, and Dripify does not pull from post engagement, events, or groups in depth. It includes a light built-in CRM, useful for basic pipeline tracking, though most teams still export elsewhere for anything more involved. Like Expandi, there is no permanent free tier, only a trial.
Expandi vs Dripify: side-by-side
| Criterion | Expandi | Dripify | Leadsforlinked |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it does | Cloud automation + light sourcing | Cloud sequences + light CRM | Sourcing + outreach + CRM |
| Sales Navigator required | No | No | No |
| LinkedIn sourcing methods | 2-3 (search, connections) | Limited (bring your own list) | 8 |
| Runs while computer is off | Yes | Yes | No (Chrome extension) |
| CRM included | No | Light | Yes (Kanban) |
| AI auto-reply | No | No | Yes (Diamond Pro) |
| Pricing model | From $99/mo | Per-seat subscription | Free tier, credits never expire |
| Free tier | 7-day trial only | Trial only | 100 leads, no card |
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When to choose each
Choose Expandi if:
- You want some built-in sourcing alongside deeper conditional branching.
- Dedicated IPs and per-account isolation matter to your agency setup.
- You are running several client accounts and want a cloud-only builder.
Choose Dripify if:
- You want simple cloud-based drip sequences without agency-scale complexity.
- A light built-in CRM is enough for your team's pipeline tracking.
- You do not need Expandi's deeper multi-step branching logic.
Where Leadsforlinked fits
Run the two side by side and the pattern is the same at both price points: Expandi at $99/mo and Dripify at its per-seat rate both assume the list already exists somewhere else. Sourcing is the piece that is missing, not sequencing, both handle sequencing fine. Leadsforlinked starts from the other end: eight LinkedIn sourcing methods first, then the same kind of multi-step campaigns and a full Kanban CRM on top, with an AI Responder on Diamond Pro that neither competitor offers at any tier. It runs as a Chrome extension rather than cloud-only, which is the one real concession versus Expandi's always-on execution. Starts free with 100 leads, no card required.
Sources & further reading
- Expandi, official site. Reference for Expandi's own product and plan descriptions.
- Dripify, official site. Reference for Dripify's own product and plan descriptions.
- LinkedIn Sales Navigator, official product page. Reference for Sales Navigator features and pricing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Expandi or Dripify better for LinkedIn outreach?
It depends on what you need beyond sequencing. Expandi offers dedicated IPs and deeper conditional branching for agencies managing several client accounts. Dripify is simpler and adds basic analytics and a light CRM. Neither sources leads from post engagement, events, or groups.
Do Expandi and Dripify have a free tier?
No, neither has a permanent free tier. Expandi offers a 7-day trial, and Dripify offers a free trial before its per-seat subscription starts. Leadsforlinked gives 100 free leads on signup with no credit card.
Does Dripify include a CRM?
A light one. Dripify's built-in CRM covers basic pipeline tracking, but most teams still export data elsewhere for anything more involved. Expandi does not include a CRM at all.
What does Leadsforlinked do that neither Expandi nor Dripify does?
It sources leads from eight LinkedIn methods without requiring Sales Navigator, then runs outreach campaigns and includes a full Kanban CRM and an AI Responder, all in one subscription that starts free. The trade-off is that Leadsforlinked runs as a Chrome extension rather than cloud-only.
Do Expandi or Dripify require Sales Navigator?
No, neither does, and neither does Leadsforlinked. All three work with a standard LinkedIn account.