6sense vs Apollo vs Derrick in short. 6sense: predictive intent and account-based revenue. Apollo: B2B sales intelligence and outreach. Derrick is a B2B enrichment web app (nothing to install), also available as a Google Sheets add-on, a REST API and an MCP server (Claude and ChatGPT drive enrichment for you). It is free forever with 100 credits/month, with paid plans from €9/month, and it runs on its own or alongside 6sense or Apollo.
ABM tools like 6sense command enterprise-level pricing for their intent + reveal stack. The side-by-side comparison below tracks 6sense's signal accuracy, integration ecosystem and per-seat costs against Derrick's à-la-carte credit model that lets you sample 6sense's value before committing $40k+/year.
Trusted byHands Down best extension for sheets till date. It eased up my linkedin lead collection journey by 10x. Thank you!!Rahul Nairfrom Google Workspace MarketplaceThis tool makes enriching LinkedIn URLs incredibly easy. You can enrich both personal and company profiles with a single click, and the Google Sheets integration is a game-changer.Pankaj Rohillafrom Google Workspace MarketplaceGreat extension. There's bigger companies that do 1000x less. Go with Derrick.Ben Leinenfrom Google Workspace MarketplaceIt makes my life a lot easier… no more copy and paste and time wasted. Thank you!Cris Forlanifrom Google Workspace MarketplaceDerrick is your one stop solution to data collection and up to date leads data automated collection. 100/100 value for money.Manu Nairfrom Google Workspace MarketplaceThis is one hell of a magical tool, it has blown my mind already, it's so handy, just love it. I am exploring how much more I can do with itJagdip Gohilfrom Google Workspace MarketplaceLoving the smoothness of the experience especially on Chrome. Great value for the price as well.GB Alaofrom Google Workspace MarketplaceI was looking for a tool to enrich LinkedIn data. Very easy to use.Keith Hildebrandfrom Google Workspace MarketplaceCURSOREasy to enhance contacts by running bulk lists. Try itJames Finlaysonfrom Google Workspace Marketplace +34,000 others
3 core reasons SDRs and ops teams switch to Derrick. Click to expand each.
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Real-time validation without data gaps in enrichment
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6sense often relies on broad ABM signals that can miss real-time contact-level validation, while Apollo can struggle with complete enrichment at scale across niche verticals. Derrick delivers real-time validation without data gaps by natively validating emails and contacts directly in the web app (or in Google Sheets, Claude and the API), ensuring every enriched record is immediately verifiable. This removes gaps that slow outreach and improves deliverability, potentially boosting response rates and saving hours in cleanup each month. With Derrick, you get continuous, gap-free enrichment without exporting data to fragile external stacks.
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No setup required, free tier for rapid trial expansion
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Sixsense and Apollo both require setup, paid tiers, or non-trivial configuration to scale rapid trials, limiting immediate experimentation. Derrick eliminates these barriers with a web app workflow (also in Google Sheets, Claude and the API) and a free tier that provides 100 credits, no credit card required, and instant access. This enables teams to spin up outreach and data enrichment workflows in hours rather than weeks, reducing time-to-value by up to 5-10 hours per month in admin overhead. With Derrick, you can start enriching contacts and testing campaigns right away, then scale using credits and flexible tiers as you validate ROI.
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Scalable, granular contact-level enrichment for complex needs
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6sense and Apollo struggle with truly granular contact-level enrichment at scale, often delivering incomplete or slower updates that don’t meet complex workflow needs. Derrick differentiates by delivering scalable, granular enrichment directly in the web app (or in Google Sheets, Claude and the API), removing export steps and configuration frictions. This enables rapid, per-contact attribute expansion (50+ fields) with real-time validation, reducing data gaps and improving targeting precision by up to 20% in complex accounts. With Derrick, teams can enrich at the contact level across large datasets in near real time, without leaving the web app or Sheets or juggling multiple tools.
Replace 6sense: spot which companies are hiring right now in Derrick's web app, nothing to install
Honest comparison03 / 10
What each tool does better
We're upfront - every tool has strengths. Here's where 6sense, Apollo, and Derrick each genuinely win.
Most teams pay 2-5x more on add-ons (extra seats, phone credits, integrations) than on the headline base price. Derrick keeps it to one transparent credit model.
6sense offers enterprise-grade ABM pricing with tiers that scale to high-commitment usage, including a starting entry-level option and volume-based considerations; see full pricing breakdown for complete details. View complete pricing details on the Pricing page.
While other tools pile on features, complex setups, and pricing tiers that grow faster than your results, Derrick focuses on what actually matters:
getting usable leads, in a web app with nothing to install (also in Google Sheets, Claude and the API).
No heavy workflows, No endless configuration. No learning curve.
Apollo pricing starts with a free tier offering access to core features and credits, with paid plans beginning at a modest monthly rate; see full pricing breakdown for detailed tiers and limits.
Derrick is a web app - nothing to install, no formulas to learn, no pipelines to migrate. Sign up and you're enriching in under a minute.
Web appnothing to install
Google Sheetssidebar
Claude · MCPjust ask
REST APIPOST /v1/enrich
Same engine, same credits
Open the Derrick web app
Sign up on the Derrick web app. Nothing to install, no credit card required - you start with 100 free credits per month.
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Company Hiring Signal
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Import your 6sense list
Upload the CSV you exported from 6sense, paste LinkedIn URLs, or import from LinkedIn Sales Navigator. Prefer to stay in your tools? The same features run in Google Sheets, in Claude (MCP) and via the API.
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1CamilleRunning✓ Done1 crRunningYes, 3 roles
2ThomasRunning✓ Done1 crRunningYes, 3 •••••
3SophieRunning✓ Done1 crRunningYe•, • •••••
4InèsRunningNot found1 crRunning-
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Enrich your list with one click
Select the column with names, LinkedIn URLs, or company domains. Pick what you want - emails, phone numbers, LinkedIn data, company info, tech stack - and click "Enrich". Derrick fills the columns in your list. No pipelines, no waiting.
What teams say after switching from 6sense vs Apollo
See what our customers say about Derrick.
323 reviews
"This app saved me so much time and effort. Great for anyone looking to build a contact list or network at scale quickly. As a start-up it's been invaluable."
Alex Clark
Director | SaaS GTM Leader
"Working pretty nifty compared to Snov.Io. Price wise it does give a fair shake, and IMO better interface since it's google sheets."
David Sire
Mortgage Broker at Zero Point Mortgage
"Derrick is a very simple and user-friendly app to enrich your contacts database. Best thing: you can test it for free. And then the price is so low, it's a no brainer."
Etienne Grange
CEO Form'actions
"I have been using other expensive apps or freemium like phantombuster, but Derrick has replaced them all. I love the simplicity of the Google sheet add-in, but what is best is the efficiency it delivers."
Julien Walon Cohen
CEO & Co-founder @ Diffly | B2B Sales Advisor
"Super easy to enrich linkedin urls using this tool. Both personal and company url data can be easily enriched with a click of a button."
Zaid Bilal
RevOps Professional
"Amazing Tool, I would like to advocate this to my colleagues. So that you can get more users. Keep it Up. 5 Stars!"
Asif Hanzala
Lead Generation Specialist at IdeaPeel
"The LinkedIn scraping and email finder combo is incredibly powerful. I can build a complete prospect list with contact info in under an hour. Absolute must-have for outbound."
Michael Kim
SDR Team Lead at CloudScale
"This app is fantastic. Brilliantly created to help small and mid sized businesses."
Dan Hughes
Founder/CEO, AlmanacIO
"Have tested over 10+ LI scraper apps, Derrick beats them all. Simple to use, accurate data, and affordable price."
What’s the difference between Derrick and 6sense for ABM?
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Derrick and 6sense approach ABM differently. 6sense excels at predictive intent scoring and multi-channel account intelligence, ideal for enterprise teams managing complex buying committees. However, Derrick offers a more accessible, cost-effective alternative with real-time data enrichment, AI-powered scoring using Claude and ChatGPT, and seamless Google Sheets integration requiring zero setup. While 6sense requires significant investment and technical resources, Derrick delivers comparable targeting precision at a fraction of the cost, with monthly rollover credits and no credit card needed for the free tier, making it perfect for teams prioritizing simplicity and rapid deployment in account-based campaigns.
Is Derrick a better alternative to Apollo for outreach?
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Derrick offers a more streamlined alternative to Apollo for outreach, particularly if you're already working in Google Sheets. While Apollo offers its massive contact database and verification tools, Derrick eliminates the need for external platforms, CSV exports, and complex configurations, saving teams five to ten hours monthly. Derrick's native web app, Google Sheets, Claude (MCP) and API integration, built-in AI scoring with Claude and ChatGPT, real-time email validation, and rollover credits provide better flexibility and cost efficiency than Apollo's rigid structure. For teams prioritizing simplicity and integrated workflows over sheer database size, Derrick delivers faster deployment and lower total cost of ownership.
Which is a stronger pricing option, Derrick or 6sense?
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Derrick offers significantly better pricing flexibility with rollover credits and no credit card required for the free tier, starting at just €9 monthly for 4,000 credits. In contrast, 6sense requires substantial enterprise investment with complex implementation costs, making it less accessible for smaller teams. Derrick's transparent, credit-based model eliminates surprise charges and allows you to scale spending based on actual prospecting volume, whereas 6sense's account-based pricing locks you into higher commitments regardless of usage patterns.
How does Derrick compare to 6sense for account insights?
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Derrick compares favorably to 6sense for account insights when you value practical enrichment and outreach efficiency over enterprise-scale predictive analytics. 6sense excels in predictive account scoring, multi-channel intent, and sophisticated ABM dashboards, but it can be costly and complex. Derrick offers strong, granular contact and company enrichment directly in the web app (or in Google Sheets, Claude and the API) (50+ attributes), real-time email validation, and AI-driven scoring and segmentation, all with a cost-effective, easy-to-use approach and no credit card required for the free tier. For teams needing quick, actionable insights with lighter setup, Derrick serves as a compelling complement or alternative to initial 6sense investments.
What’s the Derrick vs 6sense vs Apollo comparison on features?
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Derrick is a web-app-first enrichment platform offering fifty plus contact and company attributes without complex setup or CSV exports, whereas 6sense prioritizes account-based intent scoring and predictive analytics for enterprise ABM workflows, and Apollo focuses on large-scale contact database access with email verification. Derrick's integrated AI with Claude and ChatGPT enables automated scoring and segmentation directly in the web app (or in Sheets, Claude and the API), while 6sense excels at multi-channel intent aggregation and Apollo at rapid prospecting at scale. For teams seeking simplicity, cost efficiency, and direct Sheets integration with rollover credits and no credit card requirement, Derrick provides a more accessible alternative to both platforms' complexity and investment requirements.
Can Derrick replace both 6sense and Apollo in teams?
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Derrick cannot fully replace both 6sense and Apollo for all teams, but it can cover core needs that most mid-market teams require. 6sense excels at enterprise-grade ABM, predictive analytics, and multi-channel intent signals, while Apollo provides a large, verified contact database and scalable outreach tooling. Derrick shines as a web app enrichment and outreach platform (also in Google Sheets, Claude and the API) with AI-driven scoring, 50+ enrichment attributes per contact, real-time email validation, and broad automation via Zapier/Make/n8n, plus flexible, rollable credits and no credit card required for the free tier. For teams needing deep account-based intelligence and robust data across multiple channels, Derrick is best used as a complementary tool; for full ABM and large-scale contact lifecycle workflows, 6sense and Apollo may still be preferable depending on strategy.
Hands Down best extension for sheets till date. It eased up my linkedin lead collection journey by 10x. Thank you!! Rahul Nair from Google Workspace Marketplace 
This tool makes enriching LinkedIn URLs incredibly easy. You can enrich both personal and company profiles with a single click, and the Google Sheets integration is a game-changer. Pankaj Rohilla from Google Workspace Marketplace 
Great extension. There's bigger companies that do 1000x less. Go with Derrick. Ben Leinen from Google Workspace Marketplace 
It makes my life a lot easier… no more copy and paste and time wasted. Thank you! Cris Forlani from Google Workspace Marketplace 
Derrick is your one stop solution to data collection and up to date leads data automated collection. 100/100 value for money. Manu Nair from Google Workspace Marketplace 
This is one hell of a magical tool, it has blown my mind already, it's so handy, just love it. I am exploring how much more I can do with it Jagdip Gohil from Google Workspace Marketplace 
Loving the smoothness of the experience especially on Chrome. Great value for the price as well. GB Alao from Google Workspace Marketplace 
I was looking for a tool to enrich LinkedIn data. Very easy to use. Keith Hildebrand from Google Workspace Marketplace CURSOR Easy to enhance contacts by running bulk lists. Try it James Finlayson from Google Workspace Marketplace +34,000 others 
