Expandi alternative for smarter LinkedIn outreach
Expandi automates cold outreach at scale. CatchIntent finds warm prospects first. Better targeting beats more automation.
Why teams switch from Expandi
Real challenges that lead people to look for alternatives
Automation without intent
Expandi automates connection requests and messages. But if you're targeting cold prospects, automation just means more ignored messages.
Account safety concerns
LinkedIn automation carries risk. Users report profile restrictions and bans. Warm engagement has no such risk.
No buyer intent detection
Expandi automates based on profile criteria, not buying signals. You're reaching people who might need you, not people who are looking now.
LinkedIn only
Your buyers discuss problems on Twitter, Reddit, and Hacker News too. Expandi only automates LinkedIn.
Quantity over quality
Expandi helps you reach more people faster. But more cold messages doesn't mean more customers.
Generic personalization
Automated personalization feels automated. Genuine responses to buying signals feel genuine.
Expandi vs CatchIntent
An objective comparison of features and capabilities
| Feature | Expandi | CatchIntent |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | LinkedIn automation | ✓ Buyer intent detection |
| Intent Detection | ✗ No | ✓ AI-powered, 6 signal types |
| Platforms | LinkedIn only | ✓ LinkedIn, Twitter, Reddit, HN |
| Real-Time Alerts | ✗ No | ✓ Instant notifications |
| Connection Automation | ✓ Yes | ✗ Engage organically |
| Message Sequences | ✓ Yes | ✗ Not needed |
| Lead Quality | Cold prospects | ✓ Warm, in-market buyers |
| Account Safety | Risk of restrictions | ✓ No automation risk |
| Approach | Automate cold outreach | ✓ Find warm prospects |
Why CatchIntent is different
Built for modern teams who need intent detection, not just keyword alerts
Intent before automation
CatchIntent finds people actively looking for solutions. Engage warm prospects instead of automating cold outreach.
AI-powered intent detection
Our AI identifies recommendation requests, competitor frustration, and buying discussions. Real signals, not guesswork.
Multi-platform coverage
Monitor LinkedIn, Twitter, Reddit, and Hacker News. Buyers ask questions across platforms.
No automation risk
CatchIntent doesn't automate LinkedIn actions. No risk of profile restrictions or bans.
Quality over quantity
Five conversations with interested buyers beat fifty ignored automated messages.
Genuine engagement
When you respond to someone's actual question, the conversation feels real. Not automated, not templated.
Simple pricing,
no surprises
Pay for high-quality signals, not keyword noise. All plans include monitoring across all supported platforms.
Free Trial
$07-day free trial included with every plan. Try CatchIntent risk-free.
Basic
For solo founders testing the waters.
Pro
PopularFor teams ready to scale outreach.
Enterprise
For teams who need the best signals & full control.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CatchIntent a replacement for Expandi?
They're different approaches. Expandi automates cold outreach. CatchIntent finds warm prospects first. Many teams use intent detection before deciding who to reach out to.
Can I still automate with CatchIntent?
CatchIntent focuses on finding buyers, not automating outreach. Once you identify warm prospects, you can reach out manually or use automation tools if desired.
Why is intent better than automation?
Automation scales cold outreach. Intent detection finds warm prospects. Warm prospects have 2-4x higher response rates. Better targeting beats more volume.
What about LinkedIn account safety?
CatchIntent doesn't connect to or automate your LinkedIn account. No risk of restrictions. You engage manually with buyers you've identified.
Can I use both Expandi and CatchIntent?
Yes. Some teams use CatchIntent to find warm prospects, then Expandi for follow-up sequences. Intent detection improves automation targeting.
How does the conversion rate compare?
CatchIntent users typically see higher conversion because they're engaging people who are already looking. Warm outreach converts better than cold automation.
Have more questions? Browse all FAQs or book a demo to talk to our team.