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Octopus CRM

Chrome extension for automating LinkedIn connections, messages, and outreach campaigns

★★★★☆4.4 on G2 (107+ reviews)

Overview

Octopus CRM is a browser-based LinkedIn automation tool despite its name, not a general CRM. It automates connection requests, follow-up messages, profile visits, and endorsements, with a built-in pipeline for tracking LinkedIn prospects. It runs through a Chrome extension and requires an active LinkedIn session in the browser.

Best for: Cheap, simple automation of LinkedIn connection requests and follow-ups for individual users and small sales teams.

Key features

Automated connection request sending with personalized notes
Automated follow-up message sequences
Bulk profile visiting and skill endorsements
Dynamic placeholders for personalization
Built-in CRM pipeline for tracking LinkedIn prospects
Campaign performance statistics and analytics
LinkedIn InMail sending on higher tiers
HubSpot, Salesforce, and Zapier integrations

Pricing

PlanPriceIncludes
Starter$6.99
/mo
Basic connection automation and built-in CRM, no integrations
Pro$9.99
/mo
Adds HubSpot/Salesforce and Zapier integrations
Advanced$14.99
/mo
Adds LinkedIn InMail sending and campaign statistics
Unlimited$24.99
/mo
Unlimited campaigns and priority support

Pricing changes often. Verify current pricing on the vendor site before you buy.

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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Very low entry price compared to most LinkedIn automation tools
  • Simple, easy-to-use Chrome extension interface
  • Personalization placeholders for messages at scale
  • Built-in lightweight CRM pipeline for LinkedIn prospects

Cons

  • Requires Chrome and an active LinkedIn session, no cloud-based execution
  • Browser-based automation carries higher LinkedIn account restriction risk
  • No verified contact data, email finding, or dialer capability
  • Limited to LinkedIn as a single channel, no multichannel sequencing

Integrations

HubSpotSalesforceZapier

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Reviewed July 2026. Data compiled from public sources; ratings via G2.