Linked Helper vs. Lemlist 2025: Which Is the Best LinkedIn Tool?

Linked Helper is a downloadable tool with an integrated browser.

Crucial price difference

• Linked Helper Pro costs $45/month or $297/year for a single license, and discounts apply for annual and bulk purchases.
• Lemlist Multi-Channel Expert is $99/month or $948/year, nearly 3x the cost of Linked Helper for similar automation capabilities.

For teams, the gap widens further. For example, 10 licenses of lemlist Multi-Channel Expert cost $9,480 annually, while Linked Helper Pro costs only $2,673 annually, including discounts.

Additionally, lemlist’s advanced plans come with functional limitations and may not be the safest alternative to Linked Helper, which offers a more secure, LinkedIn-optimized solution at a much lower cost.

Lemlist is a web cloud tool with the extension for lead collection.

Key Differences

*For example, if you purchase 20 annual subscriptions, the discount will be 56%.

Reasons to Choose Linked Helper Over Lemlist

Reason 1: Enhanced Security

When choosing an automation tool, it’s challenging to immediately grasp all the nuances of security, yet it’s crucial for your account’s longevity and success.

For example, Linked Helper is a downloadable software that operates through a browser-based approach, ensuring each session uses unique fingerprints and data.

In addition, Linked Helper simulates real user behavior with randomized pauses, manual-like navigation, and text input by typing characters instead of pasting links. This minimizes detection risks.

In contrast, tools like lemlist (cloud-based), which rely on API signals, might be more easily flagged by LinkedIn as third-party activity.

Moreover, lemlist uses a browser extension for lead collection, which LinkedIn can detect even during basic lead collection. LinkedIn can expose installed extensions, even when not used for automation, compromising security.

Reason 2: Comprehensive LinkedIn Automation Features

Lemlist supports only four actions for LinkedIn automation.

If LinkedIn is your primary focus, Linked Helper provides significantly more LinkedIn-specific automation features compared to lemlist, which is better suited for email validation, cold outreach, and multi-channel campaigns.

Lemlist offers only four LinkedIn actions: sending connection invites, profile visits, first-degree messages, and voice messages.

It lacks capabilities like:

• Working with groups and events (e.g., sending messages via groups, invites to groups)
• Mass liking / mass following
• Endorsing skills
• Sending messages to non-contacts (via free or paid InMails)
• Managing your network (e.g., removing or withdrawing requests)

Reason 3: Advanced Scraping Capabilities

Both tools allow you to collect LinkedIn user data and export it as a CSV file for campaign management. However, lemlist’s data fields are limited to:

• First name, last name
• Profile URL, photo
• Occupation, company name, domain, industry, size, and company URL
• Company foundation year

Linked Helper, on the other hand, allows for more extensive data extraction, including:

• Full profile descriptions, headlines, skills, languages
• Complete work experience with descriptions
• Lists of previous companies with details
• Company websites
• Chat history downloads (in Pro)

This comprehensive scraping capability ensures you have access to all available LinkedIn data for more effective campaigns.

Reason 4: Lead Sources

Lemlist primarily relies on its Chrome extension for collecting users, which is less secure for automation. It can extract leads from LinkedIn search pages or any page listing profiles. However, Linked Helper offers more flexibility and security:

Linked Helper has built-in buttons for redirects to search pages.

• Supports LinkedIn Recruiter: Unlike lemlist, Linked Helper enables data collection from Recruiter projects.
• Diverse source options: Gather leads from groups, educational institution pages, event pages, or even those who liked or interacted with specific posts.
• Direct URL input: Linked Helper allows you to paste user profile URLs directly into the software for campaigns, which lemlist does not support.

In lemlist, lead import options include:

Lemlist includes options for audience collection, as shown in the image.

• CSV files, people databases, CRM integrations, existing campaigns, Zapier, API, or the LinkedIn Chrome extension. However, it cannot extract data from LinkedIn Recruiter or event pages.

Reason 5: Daily Limits

Lemlist allows setting limits, but they are lower than in Linked Helper.

While both tools impose daily limits, Linked Helper allows for higher activity levels:

• Linked Helper:

In Linked Helper, you can set a general limit applicable to all campaigns.

• 150 recommended daily actions (e.g., profile visits, connection invites).
• Gradually increase on warmed-up accounts to 200–300 actions (though not recommended for safety).
• Up to 50 daily connection invites, adhering to LinkedIn limits.
• These are Advanced limits that can be adjusted in any direction. Limits can also be set for other actions, while Pro has no strict restrictions.
• Lemlist:
• 20 connection invites per day.
• 30 daily messages or voice notes.
• 30 profile visits per day.
• 100 recommended daily actions.

Lemlist’s lower limits may reflect its less secure technology, whereas Linked Helper fully mimics human behavior, enabling safer, higher activity levels.

Reason 6: Included Webhooks and Integrations

Lemlist provides API and webhook integrations, including tools like Zapier, n8n, and Make, but these are only available in the Multichannel Expert plan ($99/month).

Linked Helper, on the other hand, offers broader CRM and webhook integration options across all plans. Even on the cheapest plan, you can test webhooks and even use them if you don’t send profiles frequently. On the Standard plan, there’s a limit of 20 webhook actions per day.

See more details in the next reason.

Reason 7: 6+ Direct Integration Options

Linked Helper supports direct integration with a wider range of CRMs and tools, making it versatile for different departments or lead generation needs.

Some services supported by Linked Helper but not by lemlist include:

• Zoho
• HighLevel CRM
• Streak CRM
• Capsule CRM
• Instantly
• Snov.io
• Hyperise
• Close CRM

Also in Linked Helper users can send data directly to Google Sheets via a webhook, bypassing Zapier/Make.

Both services provide direct integration with Pipedrive, HubSpot, and Salesforce. However, Linked Helper goes a step further by not only transferring all lead and company data to the CRM but also including the entire history of LinkedIn messages, offering a more comprehensive view of interactions for better lead management.

Reason 8: License Switching Between Accounts

With lemlist, each LinkedIn account requires a separate lemlist account and subscription. If you want to manage multiple LinkedIn accounts, you’ll need to purchase separate licenses for each.

In contrast, Linked Helper allows you to purchase a single license and switch it between different LinkedIn accounts as needed. Notice that one license allows you to work with one account at a time.

For instance, you could link one Sales Navigator account for lead generation and 5 basic LinkedIn accounts for processing leads.

You can get one Standard license and one Pro instead of buying 6.

Reason 9: No Limitations with Recruiter

Linked Helper supports automation on any LinkedIn plan, whether basic, Sales Navigator, or Recruiter, making it valuable for users across various fields such as recruitment, sales, and lead generation.

On the other hand, lemlist does not support lead generation or automation for LinkedIn Recruiter.

It also does not allow automation for LinkedIn profiles collected via Recruiter or handle CSV files containing links to target profiles from these tools. This limitation can be a major drawback for advanced users.

Reason 10: Enhanced Filters in Linked Helper

Lemlist offers a robust CRM with filters across all campaigns.

While lemlist offers an internal lead management system with a built-in database, Linked Helper includes additional LinkedIn-specific filters that go beyond the platform’s native capabilities.

These filters can simplify list management and targeting after data collection. Examples include:

• Open to Work: Helps identify users actively seeking jobs, ideal for recruiters. Available only when collecting from regular LinkedIn.
• Hiring Badge: Useful for finding potential clients in recruitment or for job-seekers. Available only when collecting from regular LinkedIn.
• Follower Count: Allows sorting by user activity and popularity. Available only when visiting a profile.
• Open Profile: Identifies users you can message via InMail for free without sending a connection request. Can be collected via Sales Navigator search.

Lemlist lacks these advanced filters, making Linked Helper more robust for LinkedIn-specific tasks.

Reason 11: Tagging and Internal Management

In lemlist, you can track statuses but cannot add custom tags or notes.

Linked Helper provides tools to tag leads, add notes, and classify users within its internal system based on custom tags. You can also preview users’ profile photos, which helps with lead organization and segmentation.

In comparison, lemlist does not offer tagging but has a classification feature based on leads’ lifecycles. This limitation can make it harder to manage and sort leads efficiently, especially when handling large campaigns.

Reason 12: No Organization Data Collection in Lemlist

Linked Helper excels in advanced scraping capabilities, including not just individual profiles but also company profiles.

Users can collect data about organizations, such as their industry, description, headcount, headquarters, date founded, and website links. This can be done independently or simultaneously with individual profile scraping.

In contrast, lemlist lacks the ability to scrape organizational data, providing fewer insights for B2B campaigns and limiting its utility for users seeking comprehensive company information.

Reason 13: New! Employee Collection from Organizations

A standout feature of Linked Helper is the ability to collect employees from a specific company or several organizations. This is invaluable for targeting professionals within a particular organization or industry.

You can build a lead list based on the ideal company profile rather than the perfect individual lead. Start by filtering and identifying target companies, then focus on collecting their decision-makers. For instance, instead of targeting just a few organizations, you could gather a list of 3,000 companies and extract 3,000 CFOs to pitch your audit services to.

In Linked Helper, you can gather employees of specific companies based on selected criteria.

Unfortunately, lemlist does not offer functionality to gather a company’s employees, making it less effective for highly targeted campaigns aimed at specific organizations.

Reason 14: Bulk Management of Invitations and Unfollows

Lead management is crucial for maintaining LinkedIn account health. Linked Helper allows users to:

• Cancel pending invitations in bulk to avoid low acceptance rates, which can harm account credibility.
• Mass unfollow users who no longer fit campaign objectives or were followed during mass engagement strategies.
• Mass-remove people from your network if you’ve changed your field of activity.

Lemlist lacks features for managing invitations or unfollows, requiring manual actions and making lead management more time-consuming.

Reason 15: Free and Paid InMails

Linked Helper leverages LinkedIn’s “Open Profile” feature, enabling users on basic plans to send free InMails to accounts that have enabled this option. It also supports paid InMails through LinkedIn Sales Navigator or Recruiter subscriptions.

On the other hand, lemlist does not support sending any form of InMail—free or paid—limiting communication options for LinkedIn campaigns.

Reason 16: Switching Plans Mid-Campaign

Linked Helper offers flexibility with its Override feature, which can automatically switch between LinkedIn plans (e.g., Recruiter, Sales Navigator, or Basic) during a campaign. This allows for:

• Using Recruiter for detailed profile filtering and scraping.
• Switching to other plans for bulk liking or messaging tasks.

Additionally, Linked Helper can process links in Recruiter-specific formats, which lemlist does not support. This adaptability makes Linked Helper ideal for dynamic campaigns requiring diverse LinkedIn tools.

In contrast, lemlist does not allow mid-campaign switching between LinkedIn plans, limiting its usability for complex workflows.

Reason 17: Invitations to Groups and Events

Linked Helper allows you to actively engage and nurture leads by inviting them to groups or events, which helps a lot if you hold LinkedIn Live sessions. This feature is especially useful for promoting webinars, or targeted community-building initiatives to warm up your audience.

In contrast, lemlist lacks the ability to send such invitations, limiting its potential for audience engagement through LinkedIn’s ecosystem.

Reason 19: Export Replies via Webhook

In Linked Helper, you can configure sending responses to a webhook.

Linked Helper supports exporting lead replies via webhooks or directly integrating them into a CRM. This includes both InMail and LinkedIn replies, ensuring seamless synchronization with your sales or recruitment pipelines.

Lemlist, on the other hand, only supports exporting replies from email campaigns. LinkedIn replies are not retrievable, even via Zapier, creating a gap in the automation process.

Reason 20: More Credits Included

Both tools allow you to purchase additional credits, and unused credits roll over to the next month. Let’s compare numbers and credit usage!

Credits included

Linked Helper:

With Linked Helper, you only need Data credits, which include 620 credits in the Standard plan and 3,100 credits in the Pro plan.

Lemlist Subscription Plans:

• Free Plan: 125 credits/week, per seat
• Free Trial: 500 credits (one-time)
• Email Starter: 750 credits/month, per seat
• Email Pro: 1,000 credits/month, per seat
• Multichannel Expert: 1,500 credits/month, per seat
• Outreach Scale: 2,500 credits/month, per seat

If you run out of credits, additional ones can be purchased for $0.01 per credit. Only admins can buy credits.

Although some lemlist plans offer more credits, the tools differ in how they allocate them.

Credits usage

Lemlist uses a credit system for various enrichment tasks. In contrast, Linked Helper does not require credits for scraping and collecting profile data from LinkedIn. But it uses these credits for enriching emails from the internal database.

Here’s how lemlist credits work for enrichment tasks:

1. Email Finder & Verifier: 5 credits per lead
2. LinkedIn Enrichment: 2 credits per lead
3. Verify Existing Emails: 1 credit per lead
4. Phone Number Finder: 20 credits per lead

Example Calculation for 3,000 Profiles

Task: Scrape profiles and find emails for 3,000 leads.

• Credits required per profile:
• 5 credits for Email Finder & Verifier
• 2 credits for LinkedIn Enrichment
• Total: 7 credits per profile
• Total credits needed: 3,000 × 7 = 21,000 credits

Lemlist Outreach Scale Plan:

• Credits included: 2,500
• Additional credits needed: 21,000 − 2,500 = 18,500

Cost for extra credits:

18,500 × 0.01 = $185

Linked Helper Pro Plan:

• Monthly cost: $45
• Included Data Enrichment credits: 3,100
• No need to purchase additional credits.

Final Comparison

• Lemlist: $284 for 3,000 profiles.
• Linked Helper Pro: $45 for 3,000 profiles.

Savings with Linked Helper: $284 − 45 = $239

Linked Helper is more cost-effective for scraping and enriching data for 3,000 profiles.

Reason 21: Support 24/7 with More Channels

Linked Helper provides 24/7 support through multiple channels. You can reach them via:

• In-app chat
• Social media (e.g., WhatsApp, Facebook)
• Email
• Website chat

24/7 support ensures you’re never left without help, no matter when you need it.

Lemlist offers fast and friendly support, but it’s more limited in terms of communication channels. You can reach them via:

• Website chat
• Email

Availability: Working hours only. While the support team is responsive and helpful, they are not available outside of business hours.

Reason 22: Pricing

When comparing pricing, Linked Helper offers a more budget-friendly solution than lemlist, especially for users focused on LinkedIn automation. Lemlist’s entry-level plan costs 6x more annually than Linked Helper’s Standard plan.

Entry-Level Plans

• Linked Helper Standard: Starts at $15/month or $99 annually, making it highly affordable for LinkedIn-focused users.
• Lemlist Multichannel Expert: Costs $99/month or $948 annually, offering features like multichannel campaigns (email, calls, and Slack) but fewer LinkedIn-centric tools.

Pro/Advanced Plans

• Linked Helper PRO: Costs $45/month or $297 annually, including advanced LinkedIn-specific tools and 36,600 email-finding credits per year (37, 200 if monthly).
• Lemlist Outreach Scale: Costs $$159/month or $1548 annually.

Difference: Lemlist’s Multichannel Expert plan is 3x more expensive than Linked Helper PRO annually.

In Linked Helper, discounts stack, making it even more cost-effective for long-term commitments and bulk license purchases.

Bulk cost comparison

Linked Helper offers a discount system for bulk license purchases.

For 10 licenses, the cost disparity becomes even more significant due to Linked Helper’s bulk discounts. For example:

• Lemlist Multichannel Expert for 10 licenses: $9,480 annually
• Linked Helper PRO for 10 licenses (with 10% discount): $2,673 annually

Savings with Linked Helper: $6,807 annually, making it a better choice for LinkedIn-heavy users.

In contrast, lemlist does not offer bulk purchase discounts.

What’s in Lemlist That’s Not in Linked Helper?

Linked Helper Primarily focuses on LinkedIn automation (invitations, messaging, follow-ups) and does not offer the multi-channel campaign capabilities or phone number search.

1. Multi-Channel Campaigns and Integrations

Lemlist supports multi-channel outreach across various platforms, allowing you to create campaigns that span multiple channels. These include:

• Typeform: Integrate with Typeform to collect responses and use the data to improve your campaigns.
• Aircall: Integrate with Aircall to make and receive calls directly from lemlist, facilitating seamless communication.
• Ringover: Another integration for making calls, Ringover connects directly with lemlist to streamline phone outreach.
• Slack: Use Slack to get real-time notifications and collaborate with your team as your campaigns progress.

2. Phone Number Finder

Lemlist offers a Phone Number Finder feature, allowing you to find verified phone numbers of your leads.

3. Cold Call Integration

Lemlist lets you incorporate cold calling into your email outreach sequence. This feature adds a more direct form of communication with leads, making the outreach more dynamic and interactive.

Criteria-Based Tool Evaluation

Getting Started with the Tools

Collecting Leads

Filtering Leads

Cross-Platform Processing: LinkedIn, Sales Navigator, Recruiter

Drip Campaign & Campaign Templates

Scope of Automation

Messaging

Action Limit

*recommended adjustable default limit

Check the limits in our article “What kind of limits should I use?” You can set this limit up to 80.

Data Export

Customer Support and Resources

Scheduling & Timing

Dashboard and Campaign Stats

Managing Accounts in Teams

Integrations with 3rd-Party Tools

Pricing & Value

*150 actions/day – recommended safety limit