Last verified May 2026
Smartwriter
AI cold email personalization tool generating openers and copy from LinkedIn, web, and social data signals.
Company
- Founded
- 2021
- Headquarters
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Funding
- Bootstrapped
Pricing
| Tier | Monthly | Per seat | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $59 | — | 400 leads (credits) per month · Up to 15 personalised lines per lead · Full access to all AI tools and Chrome extension |
| Popular | $149 | — | 1,200 leads (credits) per month · AI email generator and LinkedIn personalisation · Unlimited credit rollover and projects |
| Pro | $359 | — | 3,500 leads (credits) per month · For agencies and large marketing teams · Export AI content, all personalisation modes |
Key features
- AI-generated personalised cold email icebreakers at scale
- LinkedIn profile and recent activity-based personalisation
- Backlink outreach and Google reviews personalisation
- Chrome extension for in-browser lead enrichment
- Bulk CSV upload with up to 15 personalised lines per lead
Pros
- Specialises specifically in icebreaker line generation, not just full emails
- Credits roll over indefinitely without expiration
- Affordable entry price for solo founders testing AI personalisation
Cons
- Pure personalisation engine with no sending or sequencing built in
- Quality of AI icebreakers varies significantly by industry vertical
- Lacks team collaboration features common in modern outbound tools
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See full breakdown on the alternatives to Smartwriter page.
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