Pricing guide
Woodpecker pricing explained
Compare Woodpecker's deliverability-first pricing with faster or more infrastructure-heavy cold email platforms.
Shortlist size
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Reviewed options, connected to full verdicts and current pricing notes.
The shortlist
Start with fit, then price.
Cold Email
Woodpecker
Pick it when stable deliverability and dependable follow-ups matter more than a sprawling all-in-one feature set.
- From
- $29/mo
- Setup
- Beginner-friendly
Best for
Agencies running client outreach
Cold Email
Saleshandy
The budget-friendly Smartlead/Instantly alternative: high-volume sequences for a fraction of the price, as long as you don't need deep CRM choreography.
- From
- $25/mo
- Setup
- Beginner-friendly
Best for
SMBs and solo SDRs on a budget
Cold Email
Smartlead
The stronger pick for operators who care about inbox control and client scale.
- From
- $39/mo
- Setup
- Intermediate
Best for
Agencies
Buying criteria
What makes the cut.
The shortlist is intentionally smaller than the market. A tool belongs here only when its reviewed workflow overlaps the decision on this page.
- 1
Normalize the unit
Monthly, annual-effective, per-seat, per-mailbox, and credit pricing are not directly comparable until the unit is explicit.
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Add the hidden layers
Include data credits, verification, infrastructure, extra workspaces, dialers, and integration requirements.
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Recheck before buying
Pricing changes quickly. Every number is tied to its review verification date and source confidence.
Side-by-side
The decision table.
| Tool | Score | Starting price | Best fit | Watchout |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodpecker | 7.5/10 | $29/mo | Agencies running client outreach | Calculator pricing replaced the old simple tier cards |
| Saleshandy | 8/10 | $25/mo | SMBs and solo SDRs on a budget | Lead Finder is priced separately |
| Smartlead | 8.4/10 | $39/mo | Agencies | Add-ons can change the real bill |
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