Quick Comparison
| Feature | Snowball | Clearbit |
|---|---|---|
| Primary use | Field contact capture | Data enrichment API |
| Business card scanning | 2-second AI scan | Not available |
| Voice notes | ||
| Email enrichment | Not available | Native |
| Company data | Basic (from card) | Comprehensive |
| Real-time lookup | Not available | Native |
| CRM integration | 100+ | Major CRMs |
| Offline mode |
The Enrichment Gap
Clearbit excels at enriching contact data—company info, technographics, employee count. But it enriches data you already have. At events, you need to capture the contact first. That's where Snowball comes in.
How They Work Together
Field Capture First
Scan business cards at events. Clearbit can't capture—it only enriches.
Conversation Context
Voice notes capture what you discussed. Clearbit adds company data; Snowball adds relationship context.
Offline Events
Works without wifi at conferences. Clearbit's APIs need internet.
The Complete Picture
Capture with Snowball, enrich with Clearbit. You get both personal context and company intelligence.
The Combined Workflow
Capture with Snowball, enrich with Clearbit.
Scan card with Snowball, add voice note
Contact created in your CRM
Clearbit adds company data, tech stack, size
Reach out with personal context and company intel
What Snowball Adds
- Business card scanning in seconds
- Voice notes for context
- Offline capture capability
- Follow-up reminders
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Snowball integrate with Clearbit?
Both integrate with major CRMs. Snowball captures → CRM → Clearbit enriches.
Can Clearbit scan business cards?
No. Clearbit is an enrichment platform. Use Snowball to capture contacts.
Do I need both?
If you meet people at events and want data enrichment, yes. Snowball captures, Clearbit enriches.
What data does Clearbit add?
Company size, tech stack, funding, industry, and more. Snowball adds conversation context.
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