RecruiterContacts vs Apollo.io
Apollo.io is great for B2B sales—but your credits keep running out, and you're paying for millions of contacts you don't need. Sound familiar?
The Problem With Apollo.io
Apollo is powerful for sales teams—but if you only need recruiter contacts, you're paying for features you don't use.
Credit limits run out fast
Free tier is severely limited. Paid plans have monthly credits that disappear if unused. Power users hit limits quickly.
Data accuracy varies by industry
Apollo covers everyone, so recruiter data isn't always current. You'll find outdated contacts mixed with good ones.
Not recruiter-specific
Apollo is built for sales teams selling products. Finding recruiters means wading through millions of non-recruiter contacts.
Costs add up with usage
Basic plan is $49/month, but serious usage requires $79-99/month. Enterprise features cost even more.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Honest Pros & Cons
Apollo.io
Pros
- Massive database (275M+ contacts)
- Built-in email sequences and outreach
- Chrome extension for LinkedIn
- Intent data and buyer signals
- CRM integrations (Salesforce, HubSpot)
- Good for general B2B prospecting
Cons
- Credits run out (even on paid plans)
- $49+/month minimum for serious use
- Not focused on recruiters specifically
- Data accuracy varies by industry
- Overwhelming if you just need recruiters
- Features you may never use if not doing sales
RecruiterContacts
Pros
- 41% cheaper than Apollo Basic
- 100% focused on recruiter/HR contacts
- No credit limits or usage caps
- Direct email addresses
- Simple pricing, no upsells
- Built specifically for recruiting industry
Cons
- Only recruiters/HR professionals
- No email sequences or automation
- No Chrome extension
- No intent data
- Limited CRM integrations
- Smaller overall database
The Bottom Line
Choose Apollo.io If:
- You need all types of B2B contacts, not just recruiters
- You want built-in email sequences and automation
- You need a Chrome extension for LinkedIn prospecting
- You're running complex sales campaigns
Choose RecruiterContacts If:
- You specifically need recruiter/HR contacts
- You're tired of credit limits and usage caps
- You want cleaner, recruiter-focused data
- You want to save 41% vs Apollo Basic
The Cost Difference
Apollo.io Basic
$588
/year
(with credit limits)
RecruiterContacts Pro
$348
/year
(unlimited searches)
Save $240/year (41%)
Plus no credit limits to worry about