# Show HN: Hedwig, a free and open-source alternative to Instantly and Smartlead

**Switching Demand Score:** 35/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Thread | Show HN: Hedwig, a free and open-source alternative to Instantly and Smartlead |
| Switching from | Instantly |
| Category | Other software |
| Thread type | Show HN |
| Points | 3 |
| Comments | 1 |
| Posted | 2026-09-30 |
| Linked site | https://flyhedwig.com |

## Why this score
- Names the product being replaced (Instantly).

Source: Hacker News via the public Algolia HN Search API (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49912846). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T21:40:52.388Z.
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