Both ContactOut Extended Search and Toptal Sourcing for Experts are Boolean and X-Ray Search Tools tools. ContactOut Extended Search is best for smb, while Toptal Sourcing for Experts is best for startup. This page compares pricing, deployment, and features side by side to help you decide which fits your team.
ContactOut extends LinkedIn Boolean searches with verified email and phone discovery.
Toptal's vetting process effectively uses skill-based Boolean filtering to pre-qualify the top 3% of talent.
| Feature |
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ContactOut Extended Search
Boolean and X-Ray Search Tools
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Toptal Sourcing for Experts
Boolean and X-Ray Search Tools
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| Scores (RecruitsAgent Score) | ||
| Support Score |
8.3/10
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8.3/10
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| Maintain Score |
7.7/10
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9.2/10
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| Platform Score |
9.0/10
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9.1/10
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| Key Specifications | ||
| Category | Boolean and X-Ray Search Tools | Boolean and X-Ray Search Tools |
| Best For | Smb | Startup |
| Pricing Model | Freemium | |
| Starting Price | Free / $29/month | From $60/hour |
| Free Trial | ✓ Yes | No |
| AI Features | No | No |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Integrations & Coverage | ||
| Listed integrations | 4 listed: ATS Feeds, Gmail, Greenhouse, LinkedIn | 3 listed: GitHub, Jira, Slack |
| Countries listed | 35 countries | 35 countries |
| Category-Specific Features | ||
| Boolean-equivalent Vetting | — | Yes |
| Bulk Export | Yes | — |
| Email + Phone Discovery | Yes | — |
| Instant Access Network | — | Yes |
| LinkedIn Extension | Yes | — |
| Pre-vetted Top 3% | — | Yes |
| View Full Details | View ContactOut Extended Search | View Toptal Sourcing for Experts |
It depends on your priorities. ContactOut Extended Search stands out for: ContactOut Extended Search offers a free trial — Toptal Sourcing for Experts does not list one. ContactOut Extended Search is positioned for smb teams.
Both are Boolean and X-Ray Search Tools tools. See the full comparison table below for pricing, deployment, and feature differences.
ContactOut Extended Search uses freemium pricing, while Toptal Sourcing for Experts uses pricing. Check each vendor's site for current rates.