The CRO Report
Before You Sign Anything
Most AI SDR vendors want you locked into annual contracts. That's a lot of money for technology that's still maturing. 11x was recently exposed by TechCrunch for listing customers it didn't actually have. User reviews across platforms are all over the map. Read our comparisons, demand a pilot period, and get exit terms in writing.
In-Depth Comparisons
Head-to-head breakdowns with real pricing, actual user complaints, and honest recommendations based on your company stage.
11x vs Artisan
The two most-hyped AI SDRs, both wanting annual contracts, both with red flags. We break down which one (if either) makes sense for your stage.
In-Depth
Artisan vs AiSDR
Annual lock-in vs quarterly flexibility. The contract terms alone tell you which vendor's confident in their product.
In-Depth11x vs AiSDR
A $60K annual gamble vs a $2,700 quarterly test. This one isn't close. One lets you try before you're trapped.
Individual Tool Reviews
Deep dives on each platform: what they charge, what works, what doesn't, and who they're actually built for.
11x (Alice)
Backed by a16z and Benchmark with $74M raised. High-volume automation at a $60K+ annual price tag, plus some credibility questions you should know about.
Tool ReviewArtisan (Ava)
Y Combinator backed with a fresh $25M Series A. All-in-one approach with a 300M+ contact database. Reviews are mixed, but there's promise here.
Tool ReviewAiSDR
The flexible option. Quarterly contracts, transparent pricing, and replies in under 10 minutes. Best for teams who want to test AI SDRs without the commitment.
Alternatives
Already using one of these tools? Here's what else is out there.