CRM · head to head
Apollo.io vs UserVoice
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Apollo.io everything is metered in credits, and the free Starter plan runs on them too, so prospecting volume is capped rather than the feature set; UserVoice no tier names, prices or billing cycles are published on the pricing page; every call to action reads Talk to an Expert rather than showing a figure
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Apollo.io and UserVoice actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Apollo.io
- Contact database
- Email finder
- Lead search
- Automation
- Engagement tracking
- Reporting
- Salesforce
- HubSpot
Only in UserVoice
Nothing recorded that Apollo.io does not also cover.
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Apollo.io
- Sales prospecting and lead generationnot UserVoice
- Contact database management for sales teamsnot UserVoice
- Email outreach and workflow automationnot UserVoice
UserVoice
- Collecting and prioritizing customer feedback from multiple channelsnot Apollo.io
- Building internal feedback portals for product teamsnot Apollo.io
- Mapping customer needs to product roadmap decisionsnot Apollo.io
- Consolidating voice of customer across feedback channelsnot Apollo.io
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Apollo.io
- Everything is metered in credits, and the free Starter plan runs on them too, so prospecting volume is capped rather than the feature set
- Plans described as unlimited are capped in the fair use policy at 10,000 credits a month for non-paying accounts
- Connecting a mailbox that is not Gmail or Microsoft requires a paid plan
- How many records can be selected at once varies by tier
- Running out of credits means buying more rather than waiting for a reset
UserVoice
- No tier names, prices or billing cycles are published on the pricing page; every call to action reads Talk to an Expert rather than showing a figure
- Pricing is based on feedback volume and which integrations are connected rather than a flat seat price, so cost cannot be estimated without a sales conversation
Pricing, plan by plan
Apollo.io
Free- FreeFree
- Basic contact search
- Limited searches
- Starter$49/month
- Everything in Free
- Advanced search
- Email finder
- Professional$149/month
- Everything in Starter
- Automation
- Advanced analytics
UserVoice
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the UserVoice review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Apollo.io if
- You need contact database.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want email finder.
Questions people ask
- Is Apollo.io or UserVoice better?
- Neither clearly leads. Apollo.io starts at Free and UserVoice at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Apollo.io or UserVoice?
- Apollo.io starts at Free and UserVoice at Free.
- Does Apollo.io or UserVoice run on more platforms?
- Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
- Can I use Apollo.io for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Apollo.io best used for?
- Apollo.io is most often used for sales prospecting and lead generation, contact database management for sales teams, email outreach and workflow automation. Of those, sales prospecting and lead generation and contact database management for sales teams are not what UserVoice is typically brought in for.
- What can Apollo.io do that UserVoice cannot?
- Apollo.io covers Contact database, Email finder, Lead search, Automation.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Apollo.io: Does Apollo offer a free plan?
Yes, Apollo offers a Starter plan that is free forever and includes unlimited email addresses for contacts. Gmail and Microsoft email account linking are available on the free plan with limited third-party email account linking.
SourceUserVoice: Does UserVoice charge per user seat or by usage?
UserVoice uses a usage-based pricing model that scales with what you use, never by seat. Costs depend on feedback volume, tools leveraged, and integrations connected, not the number of people on your team.
SourceApollo.io: How does Apollo's credit system work?
Apollo uses a credit-based system for exporting contact data outside the platform. Free and non-paying accounts have a monthly credit limit of 10,000 credits. Paid accounts receive limits based on their plan pricing, calculated as the lesser of annual commit divided by $0.025 or 1 million credits annually.
SourceUserVoice: Can I try UserVoice before committing to a paid plan?
Yes, UserVoice offers 30-day free trials after booking a demo. No credit card is required to start the trial.
SourceApollo.io: How much do trial plans cost on Apollo?
Apollo trial plans include 50 credits and 5 mobile credits to test paid features at no charge. Trial versions do not support non-Gmail/Microsoft email account linking. Upgrades take effect immediately while downgrades take effect at the end of the billing cycle.
SourceUserVoice: What happens if I need help during onboarding?
UserVoice includes expert onboarding and dedicated customer success manager support with all paid plans to help you get started.
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