Is Anyone Still Using Backlink Tools in 2025, or Are They Just a Waste Now?

I’m curious about the current state of automated backlink tools (like GSA, RankerX, etc.) in 2025.
Are there still SEOs out there getting real results with these tools, or have they become pretty much useless because of Google’s updates?

I keep seeing debates about this. Some say backlinks are still crucial, but only if they’re high-quality and natural. Others claim that using tools is just asking for penalties or, at best, gets you ignored.