Overview
Data Axle, formerly InfoUSA, compiles business and consumer records used for direct mail, telemarketing and email.
It is strong on small local businesses in the United States.
Best for
- Local and SMB targeting
- Direct mail campaigns
- List rental
Strengths
- Deep small business coverage
- Many list selects
- Long history
Limitations
- Contact level emails can be thin
- List purchase model encourages volume
- Industry tags are broad and do not show who moves international freight
Pricing
Per list or subscription pricing.
For selling to international shippers
Lists by SIC code will not separate importers from domestic sellers.
Verdict
Solid for local SMB lists.
Where SimilarContact is different
Quality, not volume
You get one to three verified contacts per lookup, not a list of thousands to clean up.
Similar to what you want
Matches are picked by industry, company size and location against the prospect you already like.
Built for engagement and intent
Contacts come from companies with real international freight, so the odds of a reply are much higher.