Dropcontact vs Apollo.io
A side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and value to help you choose.
Dropcontact
GDPR email enrichment with no database
$24/mo
From ~$24/mo by enrichment volume; 100% GDPR, no stored database
Apollo.io
All-in-one prospecting database + engagement
Free plan
Free plan with limited credits; paid from ~$49/seat/mo
At a glance
| Spec | Dropcontact | Apollo.io |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $24/mo | Free plan |
| Budget tier | Budget-friendly | Budget-friendly |
| Complexity | Beginner-friendly | Intermediate |
| Primary category | Prospecting & Lead Data | Prospecting & Lead Data |
| Integrations | 15+ | 100+ |
| Founded | 2018 | 2015 |
Feature comparison
Dropcontact offers 5 of 10 tracked prospecting & lead data features; Apollo.io offers 10.
| Feature | Dropcontact | Apollo.io |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Dropcontact
Pros
- 100% GDPR-compliant (no contact database stored)
- Strong email accuracy and de-duplication
- Native HubSpot and Pipedrive enrichment
Cons
- Email-focused, limited phone coverage
- No prospecting search, enrichment only
- Pricing scales with volume
Apollo.io
Pros
- Huge contact database with a generous free tier
- Prospecting, sequencing, and dialer in one place
- Excellent LinkedIn Chrome extension
Cons
- Email/phone accuracy dips on smaller or non-US accounts
- Credit limits force upgrades as volume grows
- Engagement features shallower than dedicated platforms
The verdict
The right pick depends on your priorities. Choose Dropcontact if you value european teams that need gdpr-safe email enrichment piped into their crm. Choose Apollo.io if you need smb and mid-market teams that want data and outreach in one affordable tool.
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