Should you use Kanbox for LinkedIn prospecting?

Kanbox has carved out a niche for itself in the world of LinkedIn automation tools. 🤖
On paper, we have scraping, automatic follow-ups, and advanced segmentation. The promise is clear: save time!

But is it really the ideal solution for prospecting on LinkedIn? 👀

We’ll answer that question by testing Kanbox for you before presenting seven alternatives for automating your prospecting without risking your account.

But since we know you’re impatient, here’s a summary table! ⬇️

Tool	LinkedIn Scraping	Email enrichment	LinkedIn Sequences	Email Sequences	Multichannel (LinkedIn + Email)	Integrated Inbox	CRM Integrations	Kanban view	Advanced segmentation	Free trial
Kanbox	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌	✅	✅	✅	✅	❌
Waalaxy	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅	✅
Dripify	✅	❌	✅	❌	❌	✅	✅	❌	⚠️	✅
LeadConnect	✅	❌	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅	❌	❌	✅
Octopus CRM	✅	❌	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅	❌	❌	✅
useArtemis	✅	✅	✅	❌	⚠️	❌	✅	❌	✅	❌
LeadDelta	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
PersistIQ	❌	✅	❌	✅	⚠️	❌	✅	❌	⚠️	✅

Are you ready? Take notes, here we go! 🚀 (Reading time: 6 minutes).

What is Kanbox?

Kanbox is a French automation and prospecting management tool for LinkedIn, designed to bring together several stages of the workflow in a single interface, such as: 👇🏼

• Scraping LinkedIn profiles.
• Email enrichment.
• Automated campaigns.
• Conversion tracking.
• Kanban-style visual management.

Key features

Since we know you’re curious, here’s a quick overview of what the tool has to offer. ⬇️

1️⃣ LinkedIn scraping.

You can import lists of targeted prospects from LinkedIn or Sales Navigator.
The tool also offers automatic duplicate cleanup.

2️⃣ Email enrichment.

Kanbox enriches extracted profiles with a professional email address, thanks to an integrated database.

3️⃣ LinkedIn automation.

Creation of personalized sequences with:

• Profile visit.
• Connection request with note.
• Personalized messages.
• Follow-ups spaced out over time.

4️⃣ Integrated LinkedIn messaging.

You can manage your LinkedIn conversations with:

• Filtering by status.
• Conversation history.
• Bulk replies.
• Prospect labeling.

5️⃣ Integrations and exports.

The tool allows you to export your data (CSV) or connect it to your CRM (Hubspot, Salesforce, etc.) via integrations such as Zapier or Make. 😇

The strengths and limitations of Kanbox LinkedIn

✅ Advantages	⚠️ Disadvantages
Complete automation of LinkedIn sequences.	Risk of being blocked if used too intensively.
Visual Kanban pipeline to track lead progress.	Learning curve to configure the tool properly.
Integrated and centralized LinkedIn messaging (smart inbox).	Email enrichment is sometimes inaccurate depending on the target.
Email enrichment is included in the tool.	Does not support native emailing (no integrated email sequence).
Works with multiple profiles (multi-user/agencies).	GDPR: no detailed information on the processing of personal data.
Compatible with LinkedIn and Sales Navigator.	No mobile version or advanced extension is available to date.
CRM integrations + CSV export.	Not yet as robust as an all-in-one suite such as Waalaxy.

How much does Kanbox cost?

The tool offers four plans: Starter, Essential, Pro, and Agency. Details are provided below.

What do users say?

Here is a brief summary of what customers are saying.

✅ Strengths:

• Clear interface with visual Kanban pipeline.
• Effective LinkedIn automation that is easy to configure.
• Integrated inbox to centralize messages.

❌ Areas for improvement:

• Limited sequence customization.
• No native email sequences.
• CRM integration needs improvement.

7 alternatives to Kanbox for automating your LinkedIn lead prospecting

Kanbox is a good tool for getting started with prospecting, but if you’re looking for more customization, a multi-channel approach, or true CRM integrations, other tools do it better. 👀

Here are our top 7 best alternatives, depending on your goals. ⬇️

1) Kanbox alternative: Waalaxy

Waalaxy is a tool designed by a French start-up that combines enrichment, multi-channel prospecting (LinkedIn + email), campaign management, and CRM in a simple and fluid interface. 👽

Let’s take a quick look at what you can do with Waalaxy:

• Import leads from LinkedIn ⭢ profile, Sales Navigator, events, and posts in CSV in one click.
• Automatically enrich profiles with verified email addresses (via Dropcontact, Bettercontact, or Fullenrich).
• Launch multichannel sequences ⭢ LinkedIn messages + emails in a single flow.
• Track your performance with a clear KPI dashboard (response rate, appointments, deliverability, etc.).
• Synchronize your data with over 2,000 tools (Hubspot, Pipedrive, Salesforce, Zapier, etc.).

Okay, but why choose Waalaxy over Kanbox? 🤔

Very simple:

• Native multichannel: LinkedIn and email in a single tool.
• Powerful Email Finder: +60% match rate on average.
• Triple email verification for over 99% deliverability.
• GDPR compliance guaranteed.
• Human support is available, even in freemium.
• Instant access to a database of over 500 million profiles.
• Automatic data scraping and enrichment (email and phone).
• Sorting and marketing segmentation of data and prospect lists.
• Dashboard for real-time monitoring of your campaign performance.
• Resources available in over 11 languages.

How much does Waalaxy cost? 🧐

This tool is simple, even when it comes to subscription prices! You can choose from ⭢ Pro, Advanced, Business, or Elite.

Monthly

Quarterly

-20%

Yearly

-50%

Without Inbox

With Inbox

Add-on

Elite

Our most complete plan with 1o1 coaching and Sales Navigator included

30 €/user/month

Start free trial

800 invitations per month

Business

Maximize replies by combining LinkedIn and email. No lead left behind.

30 €/user/month

Start free trial

800 invitations per month

Advanced

Perfect for scaling outreach and growing your network fast — at the best price.

30 €/user/month

Start free trial

800 invitations per month

Most popular!

Pro

Ideal if you have a strong LinkedIn network and want to turn connections into conversations.

30 €/user/month

Start free trial

300 invitations per month

A big plus that should not be overlooked is that there is a Freemium version, which allows you to test the tool with:

• Search automation + auto-import of prospects from LinkedIn.
• Data enrichment with 25 credits.
• Send 80 invitations/month (with unlimited LinkedIn messages and emails).
• Support available with real humans 5 days a week.

Finally, what do customers say? 🤔

✅ Strengths	⚠️ Cons
Very easy to learn, even without technical expertise.	Learning curve required to master advanced sequences.
Native multichannel: LinkedIn and email in a single tool.	Some limitations on smaller plans (number of invitations).
Responsive customer support in French.	Web interface only (no mobile app yet).
Good deliverability rate thanks to triple email verification.	x
Clear dashboard with tracking KPIs.	x

2) Kanbox alternative: Dripify

Dripify is a 100% LinkedIn automation tool, designed in 2021, with the aim of helping sales teams, recruiters, and agencies save time in their prospecting activities. 🖥️

In terms of target audience, it is useful for:

• 🥇 B2B sales.
• 🥈 Agencies or freelancers.
• 🥉 Recruitment teams.

What are the tool’s features? 🤔

No suspense, here they are:

• LinkedIn automation ⭢ invitations, messages, follow-ups.
• Drag & drop interface ⭢ intuitive creation of scenarios with certain conditions (viewed, replied, no reply).
• Integrated messaging ⭢ centralization of LinkedIn conversations to manage everything.
• Multi-user mode ⭢ perfect for teams and agencies.
• Advanced statistics ⭢ acceptance rate, response rate, real-time campaign performance.
• CRM connection via Zapier.
• Security that prevents LinkedIn blocks.

Okay, but what do users say? 🤔

✅ Advantages	⚠️ Disadvantages
Simple and intuitive interface.	No emailing or multi-channel approach.
Very smooth drag-and-drop campaign creation.	CRM integrations limited to Zapier.
Good tool for agencies and multi-account management.	Risk of LinkedIn blocking if poorly configured.

In terms of price, there are four plans available. ⬇️

3) Kanbox alternative: LeadConnect

LeadConnect is a LinkedIn automation tool that focuses on the essentials, namely inviting, sending messages, and automatically following up with prospects on LinkedIn. 🔖

The tool is primarily intended for:

• Freelancers and solopreneurs who want to save time on LinkedIn.
• Small B2B sales teams looking for a low-cost solution.
• Marketing agencies with simple needs.

So what about the features? 🤔

In summary, you have:

• Automated sending of LinkedIn invitations with personalized messages.
• Simple message sequences after the connection is accepted.
• Customizable delays between each step.
• Synchronization is possible with HubSpot and Zapier.
• “Auto-stop” feature (if the person responds, to avoid intrusive messages).
• Multi-account management (team feature).

Here’s what customers think. ⬇️

✅ Advantages	⚠️ Disadvantages
Very easy to set up and use.	No email integration or enrichment.
Perfect for simple and quick needs.	Limited scenarios: no conditional or A/B testing.
Good value for money for small businesses.	Customer support can be slow, according to feedback.

Finally, here are the rates offered by the tool. 👇🏼

4) Kanbox alternative: Octopus CRM

Octopus CRM is a LinkedIn automation tool designed for those who want to automate tasks without any hassle. 🐙

It offers a simple, user-friendly interface for beginners who don’t want to waste time on settings.
With just a few clicks, you can create a campaign and write your messages, and Octopus takes care of the rest. 🪶

Okay, but what exactly is he proposing? 🤔

• Automation of LinkedIn invitations with personalized messages.
• Sending message sequences after acceptance.
• Automatic profile visits to generate visibility.
• Simple statistics on acceptance and response rates.
• Integrations via Zapier and some CRMs, such as Hubspot.

On the customer side, here’s what we found. 👇🏼

✅ Strengths	⚠️ Cons
Quick to learn, perfect for beginners.	Not well suited to companies with high volumes or advanced needs.
Ideal for launching your first LinkedIn campaigns.	Basic features: no multichannel or A/B testing.
Attractive price for freelancers.	Interface a little outdated according to some feedback.

In terms of pricing, the tool offers four plans.

5) Kanbox alternative: useArtemis

UseArtemis is a SaaS tool designed to scrape leads and enrich their LinkedIn data by automating your campaigns and contact requests. 🤝🏽

It relies heavily on custom automation, including no-code integrations and webhooks.

In terms of features, you have:

• Advanced scraping from LinkedIn, Sales Navigator, events, posts, comments, etc.
• Automatic enrichment of professional emails and B2B data.
• Automation of LinkedIn sequences (invitations + personalized follow-ups).
• CSV format imports.
• Integrations with Zapier, Make, and Webhooks to connect to a CRM or email platform.
• Lead segmentation via tags, filters, scores, etc.

So what do customers think? 🤔

✅ Strengths	⚠️ Disadvantages
Very powerful tool for scraping and enriching volume.	Interface not very intuitive for beginners.
Highly flexible with no-code integrations.	Requires a minimum of technical expertise.
Ideal for launching automated multi-channel campaigns.	Customer support could be improved.

Finally, the tool offers three plans (Starter, Scale, and Agency). 👇🏼

6) Kanbox alternative: LeadDelta

LeadDelta is a bit different because it’s less focused on automated sequences. Instead, it positions itself as your smart LinkedIn assistant. 🤓

Essentially, it enables you to organize your LinkedIn contacts, segment them, annotate them, and interact with them more effectively.

It’s more of a LinkedIn CRM that can be used in conjunction with a messaging tool. 🌐

In terms of features, you have:

• Filters, tags, and notes to segment your contacts.
• Add notes, reminders, and activities to each contact record.
• Integrated inbox to manage your messages more efficiently.
• Integration with Zapier, HubSpot, and CSV.
• Dashboard-style view for your LinkedIn connections.

What do customers say? 🤔

✅ Strengths	⚠️ Cons
Excellent solution for organizing your LinkedIn contacts.	No automation of messages or follow-ups.
Clear, easy-to-use interface.	Less relevant if you are starting from scratch without a network.
Very useful for post-connection follow-up.	Limited features for B2B lead generation.

You’re probably interested in the price, so I’ll put it right here. ⬇️

7) Kanbox alternative: PersistIQ

We’ve already reached the last alternative tool—time flies 😅.
Anyway, we’ll finish with PersistIQ, which is an outbound automation platform originally designed to send personalized email sequences.

Unlike Kanbox, the tool focuses on B2B emailing, with advanced sales engagement logic.

Let’s get right to the point with the features:

• Creation of email sequences (with manual or automatic steps).
• Large-scale message personalization.
• Tracking of opens, clicks, and replies.
• Automatic detection of duplicates or replies.
• Native integration with Salesforce, HubSpot, Copper, Zapier, etc.

What do customers think about all this? 🤔

✅ Strengths	⚠️ Cons
Excellent interface for launching and tracking email sequences.	No native automation for LinkedIn.
Good team management and collaboration system.	Design a little dated compared to newer tools.
Numerous integrations with CRMs.	Less suitable if your strategy relies solely on LinkedIn.

Finally, here are the rates. ⬇️

How to choose the right LinkedIn automation tool?

With all the tools we’ve just suggested, it’s tempting to go for the one that does everything, or the one that promises the most leads. 📈

But let’s be honest, the right tool depends above all on what you do with it and, above all, on your level of expertise on the subject. 🤓

That’s why we explain how to choose the right automation tool for you. 👇🏼

Testing methodology on a small segment

Before migrating everything to a tool, test a campaign by following these steps:

1. Select a small segment ⭢ 50 to 100 prospects.
2. Launch a simple sequence ⭢ connection + 2 follow-ups.
3. Observe the acceptance and response rates and the level of personalization possible.
4. Check the messages sent to the Inbox ⭢ quality and reliability.
5. Check whether LinkedIn applies any restrictions ⭢ volume, delays between actions.

Selection criteria (actual cost, response rate, compliance, reliability)

Now, let’s move on to the four criteria for choosing the alternative that best suits your LinkedIn needs. 👇🏼

1️⃣ The actual cost compared to the features.

As you have seen, prices vary greatly depending on the tool. 💸
That’s why we recommend looking at the price per user and checking what’s included (number of actions/day, CRM integrations, email enrichment rate, etc.).

2️⃣ Performance (response rate, deliverability).

This criterion is very important. Not all tools have the same sending time and the same customization options. ⏱️

Some tools, such as Waalaxy, allow for multi-channel sequences, which significantly increases the response rate.

3️⃣ GDPR/LinkedIn compliance.

Obviously, we recommend that you prioritize tools that are GDPR-friendly, means that comply with LinkedIn’s quotas and conditions. 📑

Avoid tools that push for extreme automation and get your account banned within hours.

4️⃣ Getting started.

The purpose of an automation tool is to make your life easier, not to make you spend 20 minutes thinking about how to launch a campaign.

If it’s complicated to set up, you’ll waste time and lose the desire to use it.

How about we recap?

So, should you use Kanbox for prospecting? 🤔

So yes, on paper, it ticks quite a few boxes:

• A Trello-like visual interface.
• Convenient automatic reminders.
• Good lead management in LinkedIn.

But let’s be honest, there are simpler, more comprehensive, and more reliable options out there. 👀

And if you want a multi-channel solution (LinkedIn + email), real performance tracking, a GDPR-friendly tool, and above all, a simple and intuitive interface.

In that case, we recommend Waalaxy! 👽

With it, you can enrich, segment, follow up, close deals, and more, all without leaving your dashboard. 🤖

Frequently asked questions

Wait, don’t leave so quickly, we still have a few questions to ask you. ⬇️

Is Kanbox legal/compliant with LinkedIn rules?

Like many other LinkedIn automation tools, Kanbox works by circumventing certain platform limitations (automated messaging, profile views, follow-ups, etc.).

Is this illegal? No, but it is not entirely compliant with LinkedIn’s Terms of Use.

That’s why we recommend testing with moderation, simulating human behavior, and respecting LinkedIn’s limits (20 to 40 actions/day at the beginning, for example). 💻

Is Kanbox worth the cost for a small team?

If you’re looking for a simple, centralized solution to manage your LinkedIn campaigns, Kanbox may be right for you.

But for a small team, every dollar counts, and Kanbox is more expensive than some alternatives (such as Waalaxy or LeadConnect), while being less comprehensive.

We therefore recommend choosing a tool that suits your budget and functionality needs.

We hope you enjoyed this article on Kanbox and its seven alternatives. See you soon! 👋