| Tool | Role | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| OpenClaw | Research, enrichment, monitoring, data scraping, follow-up logic | $0 (self-hosted) + ~$15-30/mo API |
| SalesRobot | LinkedIn outreach execution, connection requests, DM sequences | Paid (handles what OpenClaw can't — native LinkedIn actions at scale) |
| LinkedIn Sales Navigator | Prospecting + search filters | Paid (you probably already have this) |
| Google Sheets or Notion | Simple CRM / tracking | $0 |
Why not fully replace everything with OpenClaw?
OpenClaw is incredible at research, enrichment, scraping, and automation logic. But it can't safely execute LinkedIn actions at scale — sending connection requests, managing DM sequences, rotating accounts, staying within LinkedIn's limits. That's where a dedicated LinkedIn tool comes in.
Think of it this way: