When LinkedIn Reminders fits better than Dex
- You only need reminders on LinkedIn, not on email or text.
- You don't want a separate contacts database to maintain.
- You'd rather not sign up for another account.
- You want the reminder to live next to the LinkedIn thread itself.
When Dex is the better choice
If you want a true relationship CRM with contact aggregation, birthday reminders, notes per person, and integrations across multiple platforms, Dex is the more complete tool. The two aren't really competitors — they solve overlapping problems at different depths.
What you give up, what you gain
You give up: a unified contact list, cross-platform tracking, notes-per-person. You gain: zero setup, no account, local-only data, and reminders that open the actual LinkedIn thread.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Dex and LinkedIn Reminders?
Dex is a personal relationship CRM that aggregates contacts across networks. LinkedIn Reminders is a focused Chrome extension that only does LinkedIn follow-ups, with no account or CRM database.
Is LinkedIn Reminders free?
Yes. Install once from the Chrome Web Store.