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LinkedIn outbound,
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Tool teardowns, AI SDR breakdowns, and the real playbooks behind 50+ B2B campaigns. Updated for where things actually stand in 2026.

Best AI SDR Tools 2026
Guide
The AI SDR Market Exploded in 2026. Here's Who's Actually Worth It.
Artisan launched Ava 2.0, 11x partnered with IBM, Regie.ai got a patent. Every company claims to be an AI SDR now. We compared all 7 and ranked them.
Apr 1, 20269 min read
Best Outreach Tools 2026
Guide
The LinkedIn Outreach Tool Landscape Changed in 2026. Here's the New Ranking.
HeyReach dropped per-sender plans, SalesRobot added voice notes, and AI SDRs entered the chat. We re-ranked all 7 tools based on where things stand now.
Apr 5, 20269 min read
AI SDR vs Human SDR
Guide
AI SDRs Are Everywhere Now. Should You Still Hire a Human?
The average SDR costs $96K/year and quits in 18 months. AI SDRs cost $9.6K/year and never leave. But the answer isn't as simple as the math. Here's the full picture.
Apr 4, 20267 min read
What Is an AI SDR?
Guide
Everyone's Talking About AI SDRs in 2026. Here's What They Actually Are.
AI SDRs went from a niche concept to a $1B+ market in 2 years. If you're a B2B founder wondering what the hype is about, here's the no-BS breakdown.
Apr 2, 20268 min read
The 2026 Outreach Playbook
Guide
We've Run 50+ LinkedIn Campaigns in 2026. This Is the Sequence That Works.
Not theory. Not a template we found online. This is the exact outreach sequence we run across 50+ B2B campaigns, and the real numbers behind it.
Apr 3, 20267 min read
ArtisanvsGelee AI
Comparison
Artisan Just Launched Ava 2.0. Is It Actually Autonomous?
Artisan released Ava 2.0, their AI BDR that claims to run your entire outbound on autopilot. We break down what's new, what's real, and how it compares to Gelee.
Apr 11, 20267 min read
11x.aivsGelee AI
Comparison
11x.ai Just Partnered with IBM. Do You Need Enterprise AI SDRs?
11x.ai raised $50M+, partnered with IBM watsonx, and charges enterprise pricing. But if you're a founder, not a Fortune 500, here's why the math looks different.
Apr 12, 20267 min read
HeyReachvsGelee AI
Comparison
HeyReach Just Dropped Their Per-Sender Plan. Here's What That Means for You.
HeyReach removed their per-sender pricing in 2026, it's now $799/mo minimum. If you're a founder running 1-3 accounts, here's how the math has changed.
Apr 10, 20267 min read
Regie.aivsGelee AI
Comparison
Regie.ai Just Launched RegieOne and Got a Patent. Here's What It Means.
Regie.ai launched RegieOne, patented their AI agent tech, and added an AI dialer. They're evolving fast. Here's how they compare to a LinkedIn AI SDR.
Apr 14, 20266 min read
Reply.iovsGelee AI
Comparison
Reply.io Added AI Features. Is Jason AI a Real AI SDR?
Reply.io has been around since 2014 and recently added Jason AI. But is an AI feature inside an email platform the same as a dedicated AI SDR?
Apr 13, 20266 min read
SalesRobotvsGelee AI
Comparison
SalesRobot Now Has AI Voice Notes. Is That Enough?
SalesRobot added AI voice notes and video messages to LinkedIn outreach. It's creative. But does creative outreach equal booked meetings? Let's compare.
Apr 9, 20266 min read
ExpandivsGelee AI
Comparison
Expandi Has Been Around Since 2019. Has LinkedIn Automation Moved On?
Expandi pioneered LinkedIn automation with dedicated IPs and safety features. But in 2026, is automation enough, or do you need an AI SDR?
Apr 8, 20267 min read
DripifyvsGelee AI
Comparison
You're on Dripify for $59/mo. Is It Time to Upgrade?
Dripify is a great starting point for LinkedIn automation. But once you've validated that LinkedIn works, the math changes. Here's when it makes sense to level up.
Apr 7, 20266 min read
LemlistvsGelee AI
Comparison
Cold Email Reply Rates Dropped Below 2% in 2026. Should You Switch to LinkedIn?
Lemlist is one of the best email tools out there. But with email reply rates declining and LinkedIn engagement rising, the channel question matters more than the tool.
Apr 6, 20266 min read

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