Quick Comparison
| Feature | Snowball | LionDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Field lead capture | Real estate engagement |
| Business card scanning | 2-second AI scan | Not available |
| Offline mode | ||
| Voice notes | ||
| Video texting | Not available | Native |
| AI assistant | Not available | Native |
| Drip campaigns | Via sync | Native |
| Transaction management | Not available | Basic |
The Opportunity
LionDesk's video texting and AI assistant are powerful engagement tools. But you need leads to engage. At open houses, networking events, and the sphere, Snowball captures contacts fast.
How They Work Together
Rapid Capture
Open house visitors don't wait. Scan their card in 2 seconds, note their needs, keep the conversation going.
Context for Video
Voice notes tell you what to say in that personalized video text. "Mention the backyard and the school district."
Basement-Proof
Many homes have poor cell service. Snowball captures leads offline. Sync when you're back in coverage.
Feed the AI
Leads flow into LionDesk automatically. Let the AI assistant start engaging while you're still showing homes.
The Combined Workflow
Capture in person, engage with LionDesk.
Scan cards, record voice notes on buyer needs
Mark by timeline, budget, property type
Leads flow into LionDesk
Video texts, AI follow-up, drip campaigns
Real Scenario: Busy Open House Weekend
An agent does 3 open houses in one weekend, capturing 40 leads with Snowball. Each has voice notes on specific needs. By Sunday night, all 40 are in LionDesk. Monday morning, she sends personalized video texts to hot leads, referencing specific details from her voice notes. Response rate doubles compared to generic follow-up.
What Syncs to LionDesk
- Contact records with full info
- Voice note transcripts for personalization
- Tags for segmentation
- Lead source (open house, event)
- Assignment for team use
Connect to LionDesk
Open Snowball Settings > Integrations
Select LionDesk and authorize
Configure lead creation settings
Map tags to LionDesk fields
Start capturing leads
Frequently Asked Questions
How do voice notes help with video texting?
Voice notes remind you what each lead cares about. Reference those specifics in your video text for higher engagement.
Does LionDesk's AI work with Snowball leads?
Yes. Leads from Snowball can be engaged by LionDesk's AI assistant just like any other lead.
Can I capture sphere contacts?
Yes. Snowball captures anyone you meet—past clients, sphere, vendors, not just buyers and sellers.
What about team use?
Snowball Teams can capture leads at multiple locations, all flowing into your team's LionDesk account.
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Capture contacts in the field and sync them automatically.