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Octopus CRM alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Octopus CRM alternative for most people is Waalaxy (2.8 GPA), third in our ranking of cold outreach tools.

Octopus CRM compared with 5 alternatives: Linked Helper, Dux-Soup, Waalaxy, Expandi and Meet Alfred.

Octopus CRM is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $6.99 per month, billed annually ($9.99 billed monthly). None of the alternatives has a free plan. 5 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Octopus CRMThis toolFree trial · from $6.99/moTrial onlyBrowser extension
Linked HelperFree trial · from $15/moTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux
Dux-SoupFree trial · from $41.25/moTrial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows
WaalaxyFree trial · from €19/moTrial onlyWeb, Browser extension
ExpandiFree trial · from $79/moTrial onlyWeb
Meet AlfredFree trial · from $39/moTrial onlyWeb

Price against what you get

Octopus CRM starts at $6.99 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Dux-Soup, Waalaxy, Expandi and Meet Alfred score higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0$2$5$10$20$50$100$200$500$1kMore for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessOctopus CRMLinked HelperDux-SoupWaalaxyExpandiMeet Alfred

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How each one differs from Octopus CRM

  1. Linked Helper

    Desktop LinkedIn automation with a built-in CRM and inbox

    • Linked Helper starts at $15 per license / month at the 1-month list price; from $8.25 at the 12-month term.
    • Linked Helper also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    • Linked Helper lists no browser extension, which Octopus CRM has.

    Suits: Users who prefer desktop software over a browser extension

    Linked Helper vs Octopus CRMLinked Helper pricing and details

  2. Dux-Soup

    LinkedIn automation now sold as STACKED, local or cloud

    • Dux-Soup starts at $41.25 per seat / month, billed annually ($55 billed monthly).
    • Dux-Soup also lists a web app and Windows and macOS apps.
    • Dux-Soup lists no browser extension, which Octopus CRM has.
    • Dux-Soup does not cover templates, sales pipeline and marketing automation, which Octopus CRM does.

    Suits: Individuals and agencies running LinkedIn outreach

    Dux-Soup vs Octopus CRMDux-Soup pricing and details

  3. Waalaxy

    LinkedIn invitations and follow-ups, with cold email on Business

    • Waalaxy starts at €19 per user / month, billed yearly.
    • Waalaxy also lists a web app.
    • Waalaxy also covers email campaigns.
    • Waalaxy does not cover sales pipeline, marketing automation and workflow automation, which Octopus CRM does.

    Suits: Founders and freelancers starting LinkedIn outreach for the first time

    Waalaxy vs Octopus CRMWaalaxy pricing and details

  4. Expandi

    Cloud-based LinkedIn outreach sequences with email follow-ups

    • Expandi starts at $79 per seat / month, billed annually ($99 monthly).
    • Expandi also lists a web app.
    • Expandi lists no browser extension, which Octopus CRM has.
    • Expandi does not cover sales pipeline, marketing automation and workflow automation, which Octopus CRM does.

    Suits: Sales teams that prospect mainly through LinkedIn

    Expandi vs Octopus CRMExpandi pricing and details

  5. Meet Alfred

    Cloud LinkedIn automation with email and X outreach added

    • Meet Alfred starts at $39 per seat / month, billed annually ($59 billed monthly).
    • Meet Alfred also lists a web app.
    • Meet Alfred lists no browser extension, which Octopus CRM has.
    • Meet Alfred also covers reports.
    • Meet Alfred does not cover sales pipeline, which Octopus CRM does.

    Suits: People who want LinkedIn outreach automated from the cloud

    Meet Alfred vs Octopus CRMMeet Alfred pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Octopus CRM

  • It runs only as a Chrome extension, so the browser has to stay open while it works.
  • Each Octopus license is tied to one LinkedIn account; more accounts need separate subscriptions.
  • Activity Control, the safeguard against excessive activity, is in the Unlimited plan per the FAQ.
  • It covers LinkedIn only, with no email or other channels.
Octopus CRM pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Octopus CRM?

The alternatives to Octopus CRM in this directory are Linked Helper, Dux-Soup, Waalaxy, Expandi and Meet Alfred. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Octopus CRM.

Is there a free alternative to Octopus CRM?

None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Linked Helper, Dux-Soup, Waalaxy, Expandi and Meet Alfred offer a free trial.

Which Octopus CRM alternatives work on Windows?

The Octopus CRM listing does not include a Windows app. Linked Helper and Dux-Soup list one.

Which Octopus CRM alternatives work on macOS?

The Octopus CRM listing does not include a macOS app. Linked Helper and Dux-Soup list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.