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At a Glance
Instantly
Instantly
Star Rating
(3,949)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (95.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Mailshake
Mailshake
Star Rating
(349)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (90.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$99.00 10 Mail Accounts Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Instantly excels in user onboarding, with many users praising its superb setup process. One user noted that it was "by far the easiest system to get started with right out of the box," highlighting the straightforward configuration that makes it accessible for new users.
  • Users say that Mailshake offers a clean and intuitive interface, which allows for easy adjustments to campaigns. Reviewers appreciate the ability to make quick changes to sequences and pause leads without feeling overwhelmed, making it a strong choice for teams that need flexibility in their outreach efforts.
  • According to verified reviews, Instantly's AI features and webhooks are particularly helpful for users looking to enhance their outreach strategies. Users have mentioned that these tools significantly improve their campaign management, showcasing the platform's advanced capabilities.
  • Reviewers mention that while Mailshake has a solid email warmup feature that boosts deliverability, it may not have as many advanced tools as Instantly. Users have expressed satisfaction with Mailshake's ability to manage leads in one platform, but some feel it could benefit from additional features for more complex outreach needs.
  • Users highlight that Instantly's customer support is consistently rated highly, with many noting the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. This level of service can be crucial for users who may encounter challenges during their campaigns.
  • G2 reviewers indicate that while both platforms cater primarily to small businesses, Instantly's larger user base and higher overall satisfaction scores suggest it may be a more reliable choice for those seeking a robust sales engagement tool. Users have noted that the extensive feature set and positive user experiences contribute to its strong market presence.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Instantly
Free
Free Trial
Per Month
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Mailshake
Sales Engagement
$99.00
10 Mail Accounts Per Month
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Free Trial
Instantly
Free Trial is available
Mailshake
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
3,381
9.1
246
Ease of Use
9.5
3,544
9.1
255
Ease of Setup
9.2
2,710
9.1
152
Ease of Admin
9.4
1,826
9.4
98
Quality of Support
9.6
3,354
9.4
226
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.5
1,799
9.5
91
Product Direction (% positive)
9.8
3,415
9.0
241
Features by Category
8.7
207
Not enough data
Sales Force Automation
9.0
156
Not enough data
8.6
150
Not enough data
8.9
163
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
8.6
151
Not enough data
8.9
152
Not enough data
8.6
146
Not enough data
8.5
141
Not enough data
8.6
149
Not enough data
Marketing Automation
9.4
154
Not enough data
9.4
155
Not enough data
9.3
155
Not enough data
9.0
159
Not enough data
Customer Support
8.9
152
Not enough data
9.1
149
Not enough data
9.0
148
Not enough data
8.2
139
Not enough data
8.8
143
Not enough data
Reporting & Analytics
9.0
137
Not enough data
9.2
135
Not enough data
8.7
135
Not enough data
Mobile & Social
8.6
141
Not enough data
8.4
129
Not enough data
8.5
132
Not enough data
Platform
8.7
191
Not enough data
8.9
185
Not enough data
9.0
183
Not enough data
8.5
184
Not enough data
8.5
181
Not enough data
8.8
179
Not enough data
9.3
186
Not enough data
8.6
191
Not enough data
Integration
9.2
157
Not enough data
8.8
153
Not enough data
8.8
151
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.7
114
Not enough data
Agentic AI - CRM
8.2
11
Not enough data
7.9
11
Not enough data
7.4
11
Not enough data
7.1
11
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
8.9
2,594
Not enough data
Email Marketing
8.9
2337
Not enough data
9.3
2367
Not enough data
9.5
2372
Not enough data
9.4
2335
Not enough data
9.6
2389
Not enough data
9.4
2343
Not enough data
9.1
2228
Not enough data
9.1
2052
Not enough data
8.4
1942
Not enough data
Reporting & Analytics
9.2
2294
Not enough data
9.2
2297
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.7
1401
Not enough data
8.7
1405
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Email Marketing
8.4
57
Not enough data
8.3
56
Not enough data
8.7
57
Not enough data
8.8
56
Not enough data
8.8
56
Not enough data
Integration
9.3
2332
Not enough data
8.9
2201
Not enough data
8.7
2166
Not enough data
8.7
2048
Not enough data
8.2
1999
Not enough data
8.2
1930
Not enough data
9.1
612
7.5
17
Data Availability
9.1
531
7.7
10
9.1
522
7.8
10
8.9
507
6.5
9
8.7
191
6.7
8
Data Accuracy
9.1
484
7.4
9
9.1
500
7.0
10
8.8
212
7.1
7
Agentic AI - Sales Intelligence
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
9.0
462
8.6
14
9.2
467
9.0
14
9.4
502
9.0
16
9.3
469
8.7
15
8.8
447
8.1
14
8.9
472
7.8
13
Features
9.2
472
7.7
10
8.9
495
6.3
9
9.0
461
8.2
10
9.0
474
6.7
10
9.1
458
7.2
10
8.8
446
6.3
10
9.0
463
6.1
9
9.2
455
7.8
9
9.3
472
8.5
8
Account Data ManagementHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
8.8
237
Not enough data
Lead Intelligence
8.7
169
Not enough data
8.9
170
Not enough data
8.9
170
Not enough data
Lead Management
9.0
194
Not enough data
8.5
197
Not enough data
8.9
192
Not enough data
Marketing Campaigns
8.6
205
Not enough data
8.3
227
Not enough data
8.5
205
Not enough data
8.9
195
Not enough data
8.9
194
Not enough data
Campaign Execution
8.4
162
Not enough data
8.9
179
Not enough data
8.5
160
Not enough data
9.4
161
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Account Data Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Lead Generation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
493
Not enough data
Lead Facilitation
8.8
436
Not enough data
9.0
410
Not enough data
9.4
454
Not enough data
8.9
404
Not enough data
Organization
9.1
413
Not enough data
9.1
395
Not enough data
9.0
400
Not enough data
Performance Analysis
8.8
406
Not enough data
9.2
432
Not enough data
Sales Analysis
8.6
443
Not enough data
8.7
404
Not enough data
Generative AI
9.0
289
Not enough data
9.0
286
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AI Sales Assistant
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
9.1
1,760
Not enough data
Diagnosis
8.8
1496
Not enough data
9.2
1542
Not enough data
9.1
1575
Not enough data
9.2
1478
Not enough data
Tracking
9.1
1496
Not enough data
9.1
1455
Not enough data
9.3
1556
Not enough data
9.1
1472
Not enough data
9.0
1464
Not enough data
Reporting
9.3
1612
Not enough data
9.3
1626
Not enough data
9.2
1562
Not enough data
9.0
1586
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Email Deliverability
8.7
37
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
9.0
38
Not enough data
8.1
281
7.7
170
Integrated Workflows
8.3
240
8.3
134
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Verified
9.2
249
9.2
166
|
Verified
7.0
230
7.4
93
7.4
229
7.9
122
8.2
250
8.1
123
|
Verified
7.7
231
8.0
113
7.9
241
8.0
110
Repeatability and Reportability
8.0
224
8.3
124
8.2
222
8.6
133
|
Verified
8.4
222
8.7
107
7.9
230
Feature Not Available
7.4
221
7.2
102
AI and Automation
8.4
231
8.1
125
8.3
234
8.1
119
8.4
233
8.4
133
8.1
230
7.6
107
8.1
218
7.5
108
Generative AI
8.3
224
7.2
55
Agentic AI - Sales Engagement
8.2
76
6.8
22
8.2
76
7.0
22
8.1
77
7.0
22
8.1
74
6.7
22
8.0
76
6.7
22
8.1
75
6.6
21
7.9
75
6.4
22
8.7
549
Not enough data
Lead Intelligence
9.2
508
Not enough data
8.9
500
Not enough data
9.0
505
Not enough data
9.0
503
Not enough data
8.5
513
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Lead Intelligence
7.5
8
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Lead Mining
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.3
11
Not enough data
Visitor IdentificationHide 1 FeatureShow 1 Feature
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Visitor Identification
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.9
1,011
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Email Tracking
8.7
33
Not enough data
8.6
33
Not enough data
8.6
32
Not enough data
8.6
32
Not enough data
8.4
32
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
Analytics
9.3
927
Not enough data
9.2
901
Not enough data
8.9
861
Not enough data
Customizations
9.3
888
Not enough data
9.5
920
Not enough data
9.1
951
Not enough data
9.3
918
Not enough data
9.1
900
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.9
637
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Instantly
Instantly
Mailshake
Mailshake
Instantly and Mailshake are categorized as Sales Engagement and Sales Intelligence
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Instantly
Instantly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
95.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
4.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0.2%
Mailshake
Mailshake
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
90.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
8.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Instantly
Instantly
Marketing and Advertising
45.4%
Computer Software
8.5%
Information Technology and Services
6.9%
Consulting
5.4%
Staffing and Recruiting
4.0%
Other
29.7%
Mailshake
Mailshake
Marketing and Advertising
28.4%
Computer Software
10.4%
Information Technology and Services
9.8%
Financial Services
3.3%
Internet
2.4%
Other
45.9%
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Discussions
Instantly
Instantly Discussions
What is Instantly used for?
7 Comments
AP
a) Sending cold emails b) Searching for prospects Read more
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Instantly has no more discussions with answers
Mailshake
Mailshake Discussions
How much does Mailshake cost?
3 Comments
Official Response from Mailshake
Check out our current pricing on our pricing page: https://mailshake.com/pricing/ To find out which plan might be the best fit for you and your team, book...Read more
How do you use Mailshake?
2 Comments
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You install it in google sheets, and gmail. Read more
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2 Comments
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While Mailshake and Lemlist have some similar functionality, we can only speak for our successful customers here at Mailshake who love our simple-to-use...Read more