The Best Howitzer Alternative
Howitzer.co was a pioneering Reddit mass DM and lead generation tool that shut down and now redirects to HeyReach (a LinkedIn automation platform). Redreach Outbound is the perfect successor - offering safer browser-based Reddit DM automation plus comprehensive inbound lead generation features that Howitzer never had.
- Built-in anti-ban protection runs safely in your browser
- Target subreddits, thread commenters, or custom lists
- Track all responses and manage leads in integrated CRM
" I've been using this tool for a couple of days and I love it! I get constantly >10% conversion rates on cold outreach on Reddit which is insane! Makes my life so easy! It's part of my daily routine now."
Marijan Divkovic, Founder of Pray Focus App 
" I've been using this tool for a couple of days and I love it! I get constantly >10% conversion rates on cold outreach on Reddit which is insane! Makes my life so easy! It's part of my daily routine now."
Marijan Divkovic, Founder of Pray Focus App Trusted by 100+ growing companies
from every industry
How it works
Start Your Reddit DM Campaign
in 3 Simple Steps
Our Chrome extension makes it incredibly easy to automate your Reddit outreach. No technical skills required - just install, configure, and watch the leads roll in.
Install Browser Extension
Download our Reddit DM automation extension from the Chrome Web Store. Quick setup, no Reddit account access needed.
Configure Your Campaign
Choose your target: subreddit users, thread commenters, or upload a custom CSV. Personalize your message with spintax.
Launch & Track Results
Start your DM campaign with smart delays and daily limits. Track all responses in your built-in CRM.
Three Ways to Target
Choose Your Campaign Type
Maximum flexibility to reach your ideal audience. Target entire communities, specific conversations, or your own curated lists.
Thread Campaign
Target everyone who commented on a specific Reddit post. Perfect for reaching engaged users in relevant discussions.
Subreddit Campaign
Message all active users in an entire subreddit. Ideal for broad outreach within your niche community.
List Campaign
Upload your own CSV of usernames to message. Perfect for targeted outreach to pre-qualified leads.
Core Features
Reddit DM Automation That Actually Works
Everything you need to run successful Reddit outbound campaigns. Personalization, tracking, and safety - all in one powerful extension.
See Reddit DM Automation in Action
It's super easy to automate your Reddit outreach.
Watch the quick tutorial to see how Redreach can help you scale your Reddit cold outreach and DM campaigns. From finding leads to sending personalized messages - it's all automated:
Ready to automate your Reddit DM outreach? Install the Chrome extension or get started with Redreach →
Safety First
Advanced Anti-Ban Protection
Keeps Your Account Safe
Our Reddit DM automation tool is engineered with sophisticated safety mechanisms that mimic human behavior. Send thousands of DMs without triggering Reddit's spam detection systems.
Smart Delays
Randomized 1-60 second delays between messages mimic natural human typing patterns
Account Age Limits
Automatic daily message limits based on your Reddit account age and karma
Duplicate Prevention
Never message the same user twice - automatic deduplication across all campaigns
Activity Filtering
Auto-skip deleted, shadowbanned, and inactive accounts before wasting messages
Compare
Redreach Outbound vs Howitzer
See how Redreach Outbound outperforms Howitzer with safer browser-based automation, advanced targeting, and comprehensive Reddit marketing features.
Service Availability
Reddit DM Automation
Browser-Based Safety
Anti-Ban Protection
Message Personalization (Spintax)
Built-in CRM
Inbound Lead Generation
AI Post Filtering
Keyword Monitoring
Smart Reply Suggestions
Competitor Tracking
Google-Ranking Post Detection
Campaign Types
Account Security
Chrome Extension
| Feature | Howitzer | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Availability | Active & Growing | Permanently Shut Down |
| Reddit DM Automation | Yes | Was available |
| Browser-Based Safety | Runs in your browser | Cloud-based (risky) |
| Anti-Ban Protection | Smart delays, age limits | Basic only |
| Message Personalization (Spintax) | Yes | Was available |
| Built-in CRM | Advanced tracking | Basic lists |
| Inbound Lead Generation | Yes | No |
| AI Post Filtering | Yes | No |
| Keyword Monitoring | Yes | Was available |
| Smart Reply Suggestions | Yes | No |
| Competitor Tracking | Yes | No |
| Google-Ranking Post Detection | Yes | No |
| Campaign Types | Thread, Subreddit, List | Subreddit only |
| Account Security | Maximum (local browser) | Medium (cloud access) |
| Chrome Extension | Yes | No |
The Bottom Line: Howitzer shut down and left users stranded, but Redreach Outbound provides everything Howitzer offered PLUS safer browser-based automation, comprehensive inbound lead generation, AI-powered filtering, and a complete Reddit marketing platform.
The Problem with Howitzer
While Howitzer had its place, Redreach Outbound provides a safer, more comprehensive Reddit DM automation solution.
Service Permanently Closed
Howitzer.co completely shut down and now redirects to HeyReach.io (a LinkedIn automation tool, not Reddit). Former users were left with no alternative and lost all their campaigns, data, and momentum. The lack of a transition plan was devastating for businesses relying on Reddit outreach.
Cloud-Based Risked Account Bans
Howitzer required cloud access to your Reddit account, which was inherently risky. Reddit's systems could detect external automation patterns, leading to shadowbans or permanent account restrictions. Many users reported safety concerns with cloud-based DM automation.
Outbound Only, Missing Inbound
Howitzer only focused on cold outbound DM campaigns. It completely missed the opportunity to find and engage with inbound leads - people actively searching for solutions on Reddit. This meant users needed separate tools for comprehensive Reddit marketing.
Howitzer vs Redreach: Which Should You Choose?
An honest comparison to help you make the right decision
Choose Howitzer If:
- You were a Howitzer user looking for a replacement
- You need Reddit DM automation only (no inbound)
- You're comfortable with cloud-based account access risks
- You don't need AI-powered filtering or intelligence
- You only want basic list-based campaigns
Choose Redreach If:
- You want the safest Reddit DM automation available
- You need both outbound DMs AND inbound lead generation
- You want AI-powered post filtering and insights
- You need competitor monitoring and intelligence
- You want multiple targeting options (threads, subreddits, lists)
- You prefer browser-based security over cloud access
- You want a complete Reddit marketing platform
ROI Consideration
While Howitzer may seem cost-effective, the time you save with Redreach's automation and the additional leads you generate typically justify the investment within the first month.
Our Testimonials
Don't just take our word for it.
Here's what our customers are saying about Redreach. Swipe left to explore.
Paying user of Redreach - beautiful tool as well as useful for Reddit marketing! I check it every morning.
Ryan Doyle
SaaS Product
Can't believe how well-crafted this product is 🤌 Great idea and even better execution. I tested it on my company Brandbird, and it found a ton of relevant Reddit posts in less than a minute. Well done Dom 👏
Jim Raptis
SaaS Product
I love your product! It really helped me to boost the traffic on my website and increase our MRR by +500$. Highly recommend!
Marijan Divkovic
Mobile App
This is a super tool! Reddit is still such an underrated channel. Huge for any sort of consultancy business.
Anton Cherkasov
SaaS Product
Such a nice tool and idea, awesome! Reddit was my first platform where I got traction for my apps so I can't agree more :)
Cyril Niobe
Mobile App
I've been using it for the past two months or so - and it's awesome how often it nudges me about potential marketing actions I can run on Reddit. It's pretty much on auto-pilot.
Till Carlos
SaaS Product
Redreach helps us find engaged eco-conscious communities on Reddit. We cut our ad spend by 40% and built a loyal customer base through authentic product mentions.
Sara Chen
DTC E-commerce
Paying user of Redreach - beautiful tool as well as useful for Reddit marketing! I check it every morning.
Ryan Doyle
SaaS Product
Can't believe how well-crafted this product is 🤌 Great idea and even better execution. I tested it on my company Brandbird, and it found a ton of relevant Reddit posts in less than a minute. Well done Dom 👏
Jim Raptis
SaaS Product
I love your product! It really helped me to boost the traffic on my website and increase our MRR by +500$. Highly recommend!
Marijan Divkovic
Mobile App
This is a super tool! Reddit is still such an underrated channel. Huge for any sort of consultancy business.
Anton Cherkasov
SaaS Product
Such a nice tool and idea, awesome! Reddit was my first platform where I got traction for my apps so I can't agree more :)
Cyril Niobe
Mobile App
I've been using it for the past two months or so - and it's awesome how often it nudges me about potential marketing actions I can run on Reddit. It's pretty much on auto-pilot.
Till Carlos
SaaS Product
Redreach helps us find engaged eco-conscious communities on Reddit. We cut our ad spend by 40% and built a loyal customer base through authentic product mentions.
Sara Chen
DTC E-commerce
...and when we launch
we win awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know About Howitzer Alternative
Pricing
Pricing that
pays for itself
Ads can cost you thousands of dollars. Redreach discovers hidden opportunities on Reddit and drives organic growth for the fraction of the cost. Literally pays itself if you get a single new customer.
Get Customers from Reddit
Redreach is the Reddit marketing tool that identifies highly relevant conversations, enabling you to naturally promote your product, monitor brand and competitor mentions, and generate sales from Reddit traffic.