Lusha vs Hunter
Short version: Lusha is the better fit for individual reps and small teams that want quick contact lookups, while Hunter is built for founders and small teams that want quick, reliable email finding and verification.
Lusha
Quick B2B contact lookups
Free plan
Free plan with limited credits; paid from ~$37/mo
Hunter
Find & verify professional email addresses
Free plan
Free up to 50 credits/mo; paid from ~$34/mo
At a glance
| Spec | Lusha | Hunter |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Budget tier | Budget-friendly | Budget-friendly |
| Complexity | Beginner-friendly | Beginner-friendly |
| Primary category | Prospecting & Lead Data | Prospecting & Lead Data |
| Integrations | 30+ | 30+ |
| Founded | 2016 | 2015 |
Feature comparison
Lusha offers 9 of 10 tracked prospecting & lead data features; Hunter offers 7.
| Feature | Lusha | Hunter |
|---|---|---|
| Email finder | ||
| Mobile / direct dials | ||
| Email verification | ||
| Bulk enrichment | ||
| LinkedIn / Chrome extension | ||
| Intent data | ||
| 1-click CRM export | ||
| Free plan | ||
| API & webhooks | ||
| Priority / 24-7 support |
Lusha
Pros
- Simple, fast browser extension
- Good direct-dial coverage
- Usable free plan
Cons
- Credit limits on lower tiers
- Accuracy varies by region
- Lighter on bulk workflows
Hunter
Pros
- Fast, accurate domain and email search
- Built-in email verifier and small campaign tool
- Generous free tier and clean UX
Cons
- No phone numbers
- Lighter than full prospecting platforms
- Campaign features are basic
Which should you choose?
Choose Lusha if…
- you want simple, fast browser extension
- you want good direct-dial coverage
- you want usable free plan
Choose Hunter if…
- you want fast, accurate domain and email search
- you want built-in email verifier and small campaign tool
- you want generous free tier and clean UX
The verdict
Both are solid prospecting & lead data tools. The best choice comes down to fit: Lusha for individual reps and small teams that want quick contact lookups, and Hunter for founders and small teams that want quick, reliable email finding and verification.
Browse all tools →Frequently asked questions
Is Lusha or Hunter cheaper?
Lusha and Hunter sit in a similar price range (Free plan and Free plan), so the decision usually comes down to features and fit rather than price.
Which is better, Lusha or Hunter?
Neither is strictly better, they're built for different priorities. Lusha is the stronger pick for individual reps and small teams that want quick contact lookups, while Hunter suits founders and small teams that want quick, reliable email finding and verification.
What's the main difference between Lusha and Hunter?
Lusha is beginner-friendly and budget-friendly, while Hunter is beginner-friendly and budget-friendly. On tracked prospecting & lead data features, Lusha covers 9 and Hunter covers 7.