Instantly vs Expandi
Short version: Instantly is the better fit for agencies and founders scaling high-volume cold email, while Expandi is built for agencies running safe, high-volume LinkedIn outreach.
Instantly
Cold email at scale with warm-up
$37/mo
From ~$37/mo; unlimited inboxes + warm-up network
Expandi
Cloud-based LinkedIn outreach
$79/mo
From ~$79/seat/mo annual; cloud LinkedIn + email sequences
At a glance
| Spec | Instantly | Expandi |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $37/mo | $79/mo |
| Budget tier | Budget-friendly | Mid-range |
| Complexity | Beginner-friendly | Intermediate |
| Primary category | Sales Engagement | Sales Engagement |
| Integrations | 25+ | 18+ |
| Founded | 2021 | 2019 |
Feature comparison
Instantly offers 7 of 11 tracked sales engagement features; Expandi offers 6.
| Feature | Instantly | Expandi |
|---|---|---|
| Multichannel sequences | ||
| Automated email sequencing | ||
| LinkedIn automation | ||
| Call & task cadences | ||
| A/B testing | ||
| Deliverability / warm-up | ||
| AI personalization | ||
| Engagement analytics | ||
| Free plan | ||
| API & webhooks | ||
| Priority / 24-7 support |
Instantly
Pros
- Unlimited sending inboxes
- Large deliverability warm-up network
- Built-in lead database and simple UX
Cons
- Email-only focus
- High volume invites deliverability risk if misused
- Lighter CRM features
Expandi
Pros
- Cloud-based with per-account dedicated IPs
- Smart conditional LinkedIn + email sequences
- Good for managing many accounts
Cons
- Pricier per seat than simple tools
- LinkedIn automation carries account risk
- Steeper setup
Which should you choose?
Choose Instantly if…
- you want unlimited sending inboxes
- you want large deliverability warm-up network
- you want built-in lead database and simple UX
Choose Expandi if…
- you want cloud-based with per-account dedicated IPs
- you want smart conditional LinkedIn + email sequences
- you want good for managing many accounts
The verdict
Both are solid sales engagement tools. The best choice comes down to fit: Instantly for agencies and founders scaling high-volume cold email, and Expandi for agencies running safe, high-volume LinkedIn outreach.
Browse all tools →Frequently asked questions
Is Instantly or Expandi cheaper?
Instantly is the more affordable option ($37/mo versus $79/mo). The lower sticker price isn't always the better value, though, weigh the tier your team will actually land on and any add-ons.
Which is better, Instantly or Expandi?
Neither is strictly better, they're built for different priorities. Instantly is the stronger pick for agencies and founders scaling high-volume cold email, while Expandi suits agencies running safe, high-volume LinkedIn outreach.
What's the main difference between Instantly and Expandi?
Instantly is beginner-friendly and budget-friendly, while Expandi is intermediate and mid-range. On tracked sales engagement features, Instantly covers 7 and Expandi covers 6.