# Comparing HeyReach vs We-Connect : pricing, features, and the alternatives

> **TL;DR** HeyReach ($44/seat/mo (annual), linkedin automation (agency-focused)) versus We-Connect ($19/seat/month (annual), linkedin outreach automation) — feature parity, pricing math, fit decisions, and where Derrick's Sheet workflow replaces the platform layer.

*Canonical: https://derrick-app.com/vs/heyreach-vs-we-connect-vs-derrick-app*

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## Why choose Derrick against HeyReach or We-Connect

### Sheet-native workflows : no export, no import, no friction
If your B2B data ends up in Google Sheets anyway (most teams' do), running it through HeyReach or We-Connect first means two unnecessary hops : platform → CSV → Sheets. Derrick removes both hops. One add-on, one formula, results in the next column. The unit-of-work shrinks from "run the export" to "drag the formula down".

### $10/mo flat — predictable spend, no overage shock
The total-cost-of-ownership math : at HeyReach's $44/seat/mo (annual) or We-Connect's $19/seat/month (annual) entry tier, a 3-seat team runs $150-600/month in year 1. Derrick at $10/mo flat is $120/year total. The break-even on switching pays back in week 2 for most teams.

### AI-agent ready : Derrick speaks the Model Context Protocol
The AI-agent stack in 2026 looks different : Claude calls MCP-enabled tools directly, no glue code. Derrick was built MCP-native from day one. Pairing HeyReach or We-Connect with an AI agent still means setting up Zapier flows, parsing JSON responses, and handling rate limits manually.

## Comparison : HeyReach vs We-Connect vs Derrick

|  | [HeyReach](/tools/heyreach-review) | Derrick App | [We-Connect](/tools/we-connect-review) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Entry price | $44/seat/mo (annual) | $10/mo flat | $19/seat/month (annual) |
| Free plan | Yes (limited) | 14-day full trial | 14-day free trial |
| Best for | Agencies managing 5+ LinkedIn accounts | Sheet-native enrichment | Solo SDR + small team budget |
| Category positioning | LinkedIn Automation (Agency-Focused) | Spreadsheet-native B2B data | LinkedIn outreach automation |
| G2 rating | 4.8/5 | — | 4.5/5 |
| Founded | 2023 | 2022 | 2019 |
| Execution model | Cloud-based | Native Google Sheets | Cloud-based, no Chrome extension |
| Multi-account / agency | Best-in-class | N/A — data layer | Native, no volume discount |
| LinkedIn detection risk | Very low (sender rotation) | N/A | Cloud — moderate, requires conservative limits |
| Works natively in Google Sheets | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Per-row pricing (no credit caps) | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
| MCP-ready for AI / LLM agents | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |

## HeyReach vs We-Connect vs Derrick App pricing in a nutshell

### HeyReach pricing (Agencies managing 5+ LinkedIn accounts)
HeyReach pricing entry sits at $44/seat/mo (annual) (linkedin automation (agency-focused)). Sized for agencies managing 5+ linkedin accounts. The detailed HeyReach pricing breakdown (tier-by-tier feature matrix + true TCO) is on the dedicated pricing page.
[Visit pricing](/tools/heyreach-pricing)

### Derrick App
Results first. Complexity removed. Native Google Sheets workflow, 100+ data points, AI-powered scoring, €9/month entry plan, 100 free credits.
[Discover Derrick](https://derrick-app.com/)

### We-Connect pricing (Solo SDR + small team budget)
We-Connect pricing entry sits at $19/seat/month (annual) (linkedin outreach automation). Sized for solo sdr + small team budget. The detailed We-Connect pricing breakdown (tier-by-tier feature matrix + true TCO) is on the dedicated pricing page.
[Visit pricing](/tools/we-connect-pricing)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### HeyReach vs We-Connect: when does each fit best?
HeyReach is positioned as linkedin automation (agency-focused) for agencies managing 5+ linkedin accounts. We-Connect is positioned as linkedin outreach automation for solo sdr + small team budget. Both compete in the LinkedIn outreach automation category, so the choice comes down to which best-for profile your team matches most closely. G2 reviewers rate HeyReach at 4.8/5 and We-Connect at 4.5/5 — both products work, the deciding factor is workflow fit, not product quality.

### How do HeyReach and We-Connect pricing actually compare in 2026?
HeyReach entry-paid tier : Growth at $44/seat/mo (annual) / $59 monthly. Next tier up is Agency ($749/mo (annual) / $999 monthly). HeyReach's free tier : 14-day free trial (no credit card). We-Connect entry-paid tier : Standard (annual) at $19/seat/month. Next tier up is Standard (monthly) ($69/seat/month). We-Connect's free tier : 14-day free trial. If you're looking past tier-based pricing entirely, Derrick App at $10/month covers unlimited rows enriched in Google Sheets — no credit caps, no per-seat math.

### What's the biggest reason to pick HeyReach over We-Connect?
Best multi-account architecture in the category. Connect unlimited LinkedIn accounts under one login. Sender rotation distributes outreach automatically across the pool. Each account keeps its own data, leads and senders separate - agencies can manage 50+ clients from a single dashboard. (Source : Verified G2 user, Agency Owner, G2 review (Q1 2026).) If this single capability maps to a real pain in your sales motion, HeyReach is the right pick over We-Connect.

### What's the biggest reason to pick We-Connect over HeyReach?
Cheapest cloud-based LinkedIn automation in 2026. $19/seat/month (annual) is the cheapest serious cloud-based LinkedIn automation tool in the market. For solo SDRs and small teams on tight budgets, the price-point is the deciding factor — Closely, Heyreach, and Dripify all start at $29-79/seat. (Source : Daniel K., Head of Sales, G2 review (Feb 2026).) If this is the differentiator that matters most for your stack, We-Connect is the right pick over HeyReach.

### Can Derrick replace both HeyReach and We-Connect?
Both HeyReach and We-Connect compete in the LinkedIn outreach automation category. Derrick is data-and-Sheets-native — it doesn't replace a full LinkedIn outreach automation platform feature-for-feature, but it eliminates the data + spreadsheet layer that teams typically use alongside HeyReach or We-Connect. For teams whose primary need is enrichment + list-building in Sheets, Derrick at $10/mo replaces 60-80% of typical LinkedIn outreach automation stack workflows. For teams running heavy LinkedIn outreach automation feature surface (sequencer, dialer, AI agents), Derrick complements rather than replaces.

### Beyond HeyReach and We-Connect, what other tools should I evaluate?
Four other tools in the same competitive set worth evaluating : Closely, Dripify, SalesRobot, Waalaxy. Each has its own positioning trade-off versus HeyReach and We-Connect — Closely typically appears as a direct competitor on G2 review pages, with Dripify, SalesRobot, Waalaxy as adjacent picks for different team sizes or use cases. Each tool's full review on this site has the deep trade-off matrix — start there before shortlisting.