Link copied to clipboard # BuzzSumo vs Mention Comparison - What are their main differences? Share [ Export ](/compare/buzzsumo/mention/export.csv) BuzzSumoMention[+ Add Product](#) Reviews **BuzzSumo** [ 4.5/5(107) ](https://www.g2.com/products/buzzsumo/reviews#reviews) **Mention** [ 4.3/5(442) ](https://www.g2.com/products/mention/reviews#reviews) Pricing **BuzzSumo** Free Trial **$199.00** · Content Creation **Mention** Free Trial **Starting at $599.00** · Company Plan **Pricing Insights** from reviews Time to Implement **BuzzSumo** \<1 monthFaster Based on 13 responses **Mention** 1 month Based on 50 responses Return on Investment **BuzzSumo** 7 months2 months sooner Based on 12 responses **Mention** 9 months Based on 33 responses Perceived Cost **BuzzSumo** $$$$$ **Mention** $$$$$ Average Discount **BuzzSumo** 24%17% more **Mention** 7% ![BuzzSumo](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1547730941/buzzsumo.svg "BuzzSumo") ![Mention](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1502380450/mention.svg "Mention") G2 offers free advice on this comparison. 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Social Media Listening Tools Autonomous Task Execution Not enough data Feature Not Available Cross-system Integration Not enough data Feature Not Available Adaptive Learning Not enough data Feature Not Available Proactive Assistance Not enough data Feature Not Available Decision Making Not enough data Feature Not Available AI/Machine Learning Not enough data Not enough data Third-Party Integration Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Integration Not enough data Not enough data Data Management & Analysis Social Reporting 8.3(tied score) 39 8.3(tied score) 230 Alerts and Notifications 8.9(tied score) 6 8.9(tied score) 11 Sentiment Analysis Feature Not Available 7.6(won by default) 224 Advanced Data Filtering Not enough data 7.9(won by default) 8 Additional Functionality Negative Feedback Management Not enough data Not enough data Dashboard Not enough data Not enough data Audience Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Account Management Not enough data Not enough data API Not enough data Not enough data Collaboration Tools Not enough data Not enough data AI Copilot Not enough data Not enough data Data Import/Export Not enough data Not enough data Data Visualization Not enough data Not enough data Audience Engagement Not enough data Not enough data Content Publishing Options Not enough data Not enough data Content Discovery Not enough data Not enough data Generative AI Not enough data Not enough data Performance Metrics Not enough data Not enough data Natural Language Processing Not enough data Not enough data Optical Character Recognition Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Language Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Channel Data Collection Not enough data Not enough data Reporting/Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Audience Targeting Not enough data Not enough data Commenting/Notes Not enough data Not enough data Approval Process Control Not enough data Not enough data Content Library Not enough data Not enough data Reporting & Statistics Not enough data Not enough data Social Promotion Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Customer Engagement Not enough data Not enough data Automated Publishing Not enough data Not enough data Benchmarking Not enough data Not enough data Boolean Search Not enough data Not enough data Tagging Not enough data Not enough data Visual Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Access Controls/Permissions Not enough data Not enough data Reputation Management Not enough data Not enough data Social Listening Not enough data Not enough data Social Advertising Not enough data Not enough data Customizable Reports Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Management Not enough data Not enough data Content Management Not enough data Not enough data Workflow Management Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Analytics[Hide 67 FeaturesShow 67 Features](javascript:void(0);) 8.9 59 Not enough data Social Analytics Competitor Analysis 8.7(won by default) 47 Not enough data Post Performance 8.8(won by default) 54 Not enough data Hashtag Analytics 9.2(won by default) 10 Not enough data Sentiment Analysis 9.3(won by default) 9 Not enough data Follower Analysis Feature Not Available Not enough data Paid Campaign Tracking Feature Not Available Not enough data Attribution Feature Not Available Not enough data Lead Attribution Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Visual Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Reporting/Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Keyword Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Influencer Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Activity Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Engagement Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Trend Analysis Not enough data Not enough data Reports & Dashboards Report Exporting 8.3(won by default) 42 Not enough data White Label 8.9(won by default) 9 Not enough data Report Customizability Feature Not Available Not enough data Scalability Feature Not Available Not enough data Customizable Reports Not enough data Not enough data Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics Autonomous Task Execution Not enough data Not enough data Cross-system Integration Not enough data Not enough data Adaptive Learning Not enough data Not enough data Proactive Assistance Not enough data Not enough data Decision Making Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Integration Not enough data Not enough data Third-Party Integrations Not enough data Not enough data Additional Functionality Generative AI Not enough data Not enough data Benchmarking Not enough data Not enough data Content Library Not enough data Not enough data Charting Not enough data Not enough data Dashboard Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Channel Management Not enough data Not enough data Dashboard Creation Not enough data Not enough data AI Copilot Not enough data Not enough data Automated Scheduling Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Channel Data Collection Not enough data Not enough data Activity Dashboard Not enough data Not enough data Performance Metrics Not enough data Not enough data Calendar Management Not enough data Not enough data Commenting/Notes Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Workflow Management Not enough data Not enough data Post Scheduling Not enough data Not enough data @mentions Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Channel Marketing Not enough data Not enough data Tagging Not enough data Not enough data Data Import/Export Not enough data Not enough data Data Visualization Not enough data Not enough data Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Access Controls/Permissions Not enough data Not enough data Competitor Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Search/Filter Not enough data Not enough data Customizable Branding Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Data Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Social Promotion Not enough data Not enough data Social Advertising Not enough data Not enough data Content Management Not enough data Not enough data Reporting & Statistics Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Reporting Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Scheduling Not enough data Not enough data Social Performance Management Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Management Not enough data Not enough data API Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Management[Hide 56 FeaturesShow 56 Features](javascript:void(0);) Not enough data 8.4 25 Content & Collaboration Content Calendar Not enough data Feature Not Available Content Library Not enough data Feature Not Available Shared Inbox Not enough data Feature Not Available Approval Workflows Not enough data Feature Not Available Users and Permissions Not enough data Feature Not Available Content Creation Not enough data Feature Not Available Image Library Not enough data Not enough data Social Management Social Analytics Not enough data 8.4(won by default) 22 Social Publishing Not enough data Feature Not Available Campaign Optimization Not enough data Feature Not Available Multi-Account Management Not enough data Feature Not Available Social Ads Not enough data Feature Not Available Campaign Planning Not enough data Feature Not Available Hashtag Capabilites Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Campaign Not enough data Not enough data Customer Engagement Not enough data Not enough data Automated Publishing Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Agentic AI - Social Media Management Autonomous Task Execution Not enough data Feature Not Available Multi-step Planning Not enough data Feature Not Available Cross-system Integration Not enough data Feature Not Available Adaptive Learning Not enough data Feature Not Available Natural Language Interaction Not enough data Feature Not Available Proactive Assistance Not enough data Feature Not Available Decision Making Not enough data Feature Not Available Social Media Integration Not enough data Not enough data Third-Party Integrations Not enough data Not enough data Additional Functionality Customizable Reports Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Management Not enough data Not enough data Customizable Branding Not enough data Not enough data Social Advertising Not enough data Not enough data Filtering Not enough data Not enough data Approval Process Control Not enough data Not enough data Keyword Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Tagging Not enough data Not enough data Activity Dashboard Not enough data Not enough data Calendar Management Not enough data Not enough data Workflow Management Not enough data Not enough data Post Scheduling Not enough data Not enough data Alerts/Notifications Not enough data Not enough data Trend Analysis Not enough data Not enough data API Not enough data Not enough data Data Visualization Not enough data Not enough data Sentiment Analysis Not enough data Not enough data AI Copilot Not enough data Not enough data Social Promotion Not enough data Not enough data @mentions Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Generative AI Not enough data Not enough data Engagement Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Collaboration Tools Not enough data Not enough data Brand Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Drag & Drop Not enough data Not enough data Commenting/Notes Not enough data Not enough data Content Management Not enough data Not enough data Template Management Not enough data Not enough data Media Monitoring[Hide 37 FeaturesShow 37 Features](javascript:void(0);) Not enough data 8.6 15 Media Channels Online Media Not enough data 8.9(won by default) 15 Broadcast Media Not enough data Feature Not Available Print Media Not enough data Feature Not Available Geographic Coverage Local Media Not enough data 9.0(won by default) 14 National Media Not enough data 8.9(won by default) 14 International Media Not enough data 8.5(won by default) 13 Reporting Keyword Targeting Not enough data 8.7(won by default) 15 Custom Feeds and Alerts Not enough data 8.2(won by default) 15 Custom Reports Not enough data 8.5(won by default) 13 Dashboards Not enough data 7.9(won by default) 13 Agentic AI - Media Monitoring Autonomous Task Execution Not enough data Not enough data Cross-system Integration Not enough data Not enough data Adaptive Learning Not enough data Not enough data Natural Language Interaction Not enough data Not enough data Proactive Assistance Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Integration Not enough data Not enough data Generative AI AI Text Generation Not enough data Not enough data AI Text Summarization Not enough data Not enough data Generative AI Not enough data Not enough data Additional Functionality Multi-Channel Marketing Not enough data Not enough data Approval Process Control Not enough data Not enough data Reporting & Statistics Not enough data Not enough data Data Visualization Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Data Not enough data Not enough data Content Library Not enough data Not enough data Press Release Builder Not enough data Not enough data API Not enough data Not enough data Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Channel Distribution Not enough data Not enough data Data Import/Export Not enough data Not enough data Press Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Email Distribution Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Search/Filter Not enough data Not enough data Media Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data Auto Update Not enough data Not enough data AI Copilot Not enough data Not enough data Content Curation[Hide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features](javascript:void(0);) 8.9 18 Not enough data Content Discovery Query Builder 8.5(won by default) 13 Not enough data Content Sources 9.2(won by default) 13 Not enough data Content Suggestions 9.2(won by default) 14 Not enough data Multimedia Support Not enough data Not enough data Content Curation Collaboration 8.9(won by default) 11 Not enough data Content Management 9.2(won by default) 12 Not enough data Customization Feature Not Available Not enough data Analytics and Reporting Not enough data Not enough data Content Distribution Social Media 9.0(won by default) 12 Not enough data Integrations 8.3(won by default) 8 Not enough data Email Marketing Feature Not Available Not enough data Blogs/Websites Feature Not Available Not enough data SEO Not enough data Not enough data Agentic AI - Content Curation Autonomous Task Execution Not enough data Not enough data Multi-step Planning Not enough data Not enough data Cross-system Integration Not enough data Not enough data Adaptive Learning Not enough data Not enough data Natural Language Interaction Not enough data Not enough data Proactive Assistance Not enough data Not enough data Decision Making Not enough data Not enough data Media and Influencer Targeting[Hide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features](javascript:void(0);) 9.0 9 Not enough data Database Media Database 9.0(won by default) 8 Not enough data Newsroom 9.2(won by default) 8 Not enough data Contact/Campaign Management Feature Not Available Not enough data Outreach Media Distribution 8.8(won by default) 8 Not enough data PR Planner 8.5(won by default) 8 Not enough data Social Media Services 8.8(won by default) 8 Not enough data Reporting Monitoring 9.4(won by default) 8 Not enough data Response Desk Feature Not Available Not enough data Impact Measurement Feature Not Available Not enough data Agentic AI - Media and Influencer Targeting Autonomous Task Execution Not enough data Not enough data Cross-system Integration Not enough data Not enough data Adaptive Learning Not enough data Not enough data Natural Language Interaction Not enough data Not enough data Proactive Assistance Not enough data Not enough data User Rights/Roles Version Control Feature Not Available Not enough data Team Collaboration Feature Not Available Not enough data Show 1 feature category with incomplete data Social Media Marketing[Hide 42 FeaturesShow 42 Features](javascript:void(0);) Not enough data Not enough data Additional Functionality Customer Segmentation Not enough data Not enough data Conversion Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Post Scheduling Not enough data Not enough data Automated Scheduling Not enough data Not enough data Content Management Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Planning Not enough data Not enough data Content Library Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Channel Management Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Management Not enough data Not enough data Trend Analysis Not enough data Not enough data Drag & Drop Not enough data Not enough data Activity Dashboard Not enough data Not enough data Customizable Reports Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Channel Marketing Not enough data Not enough data Social Promotion Not enough data Not enough data Data Import/Export Not enough data Not enough data Contact Management Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Monitoring Not enough data Not enough data A/B Testing Not enough data Not enough data Generative AI Not enough data Not enough data Customizable Branding Not enough data Not enough data Email Marketing Not enough data Not enough data Automated Publishing Not enough data Not enough data Image Library Not enough data Not enough data AI Copilot Not enough data Not enough data Tagging Not enough data Not enough data Campaign Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Reporting/Analytics Not enough data Not enough data Keyword Filtering Not enough data Not enough data Customizable Templates Not enough data Not enough data Real-Time Data Not enough data Not enough data Workflow Management Not enough data Not enough data Calendar Management Not enough data Not enough data Data Visualization Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Campaign Not enough data Not enough data Social Media Integration Not enough data Not enough data Multi-Account Management Not enough data Not enough data Commenting/Notes Not enough data Not enough data Engagement Tracking Not enough data Not enough data Third-Party Integrations Not enough data Not enough data Performance Metrics Not enough data Not enough data Click Tracking Not enough data Not enough data User Insights Reviewers' Company Size [![BuzzSumo](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1547730941/buzzsumo.svg "BuzzSumo")](https://www.g2.com/products/buzzsumo/reviews) BuzzSumo Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.) 60.0% Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.) 34.3% Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.) 5.7% [![Mention](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1502380450/mention.svg "Mention")](https://www.g2.com/products/mention/reviews) Mention Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.) 63.4% Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.) 27.5% Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.) 9.2% Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 60.0% 63.4% Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 34.3% 27.5% Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 5.7% 9.2% Reviewers' Industry [![BuzzSumo](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1547730941/buzzsumo.svg "BuzzSumo")](https://www.g2.com/products/buzzsumo/reviews) BuzzSumo Marketing and Advertising 34.3% Internet 10.5% Information Technology and Services 7.6% Computer Software 6.7% Writing and Editing 2.9% Other 38.1% [![Mention](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1502380450/mention.svg "Mention")](https://www.g2.com/products/mention/reviews) Mention Marketing and Advertising 10.8% Internet 10.3% Information Technology and Services 7.4% Computer Software 5.7% Public Relations and Communications 4.1% Other 61.6% FAQs ## BuzzSumo vs Mention FAQs Generated using AI Last updated: August 14, 2026 ### What is the difference between Mention vs BuzzSumo? BuzzSumo stands out for higher reviewer satisfaction and content management strengths, while Mention is favored for brand monitoring and sentiment analysis. | [Mention](https://www.g2.com/products/mention/reviews) | [BuzzSumo](https://www.g2.com/products/buzzsumo/reviews) | | --- | --- | | 4.3/5 (442 reviews) | 4.5/5 (107 reviews) | | Small-Business | Small-Business | | 8.8 | 9.1 | | 8.5 | 8.8 | | Brand Monitoring | Content Management | ### How do the pricing models of Mention and BuzzSumo compare? BuzzSumo is rated higher for value, with a stronger Price/Cost satisfaction score than Mention. - **Mention:** In recent reviews, several reviewers cite high pricing as a drawback, especially for small teams. - **BuzzSumo:** Reviewers frequently mention that BuzzSumo is expensive, but they also highlight the breadth of features and data as justifying the cost for many use cases. - **Switching reasons:** Reviewers who switch to BuzzSumo often cite its advanced content research and analytics as key motivators, despite the higher price. ### What are the best alternatives to Mention and BuzzSumo? The top 3 alternatives to Mention and BuzzSumo are Meltwater, Hootsuite, and Sprout Social. | Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Mention](https://www.g2.com/products/mention/reviews) | 4.3/5 (442) | Small-Business | Pricing can be high for small teams | Brand Monitoring | | [BuzzSumo](https://www.g2.com/products/buzzsumo/reviews) | 4.5/5 (107) | Small-Business | Expensive but feature-rich | Content Management | | [Meltwater](https://www.g2.com/products/meltwater/reviews) | 4.1/5 (2669) | Mid-Market | — | Comprehensive media monitoring | | [Hootsuite](https://www.g2.com/products/hootsuite/reviews) | 4.3/5 (7413) | Small-Business | — | Social media management | | [Sprout Social](https://www.g2.com/products/sprout-social/reviews) | 4.4/5 (6873) | Small-Business | — | Robust analytics and reporting | ### Which Social Media Listening Tools features should I prioritize when comparing Mention and BuzzSumo? Buyers should prioritize brand monitoring, content management, sentiment analysis, analytics, and ease of setup when comparing Mention and BuzzSumo. - **Brand Monitoring:** Mention is cited for brand monitoring in 2 all-time reviews; BuzzSumo is not specifically cited for this feature. - **Content Management:** BuzzSumo is cited for content management in 3 all-time reviews; Mention is not cited for this feature. - **Sentiment Analysis:** Mention offers sentiment analysis as a unique feature; BuzzSumo does not. - **Analytics:** Mention is cited for analytics in 1 all-time review; BuzzSumo is cited for analytics and reporting in recent reviews. - **Ease of Setup:** BuzzSumo scores 9.1, Mention scores 8.8, indicating both are easy to set up but BuzzSumo is rated slightly higher. ### What are the pros and cons of Mention vs BuzzSumo? Mention's headline strength is brand monitoring and real-time alerts, while BuzzSumo excels in content management and research tools. - **Mention strengths:** Brand monitoring (2 all-time mentions), real-time alerts, ease of use (2 all-time mentions), time-saving (2 all-time mentions), analytics, and efficient setup. - **Mention trade-offs:** High pricing (1 all-time mention), complexity for new users, occasional data inaccuracy, and limited sentiment analysis accuracy. - **BuzzSumo strengths:** Content management (3 all-time mentions), content creation (2 all-time mentions), powerful research tools, trend analysis, and engagement insights. - **BuzzSumo trade-offs:** Expensive (1 all-time mention), initial learning curve, interface issues, and information overload for new users. ### Is Mention or BuzzSumo better for small businesses? Mention is better suited for small businesses, as reflected by its largest segment and positive small-business reviewer sentiment. - **Mention:** Small-Business is the largest segment, with reviewers highlighting ease of use, quick setup, and effectiveness for small teams. - **BuzzSumo:** Small-Business is also the largest segment, but reviewers frequently mention the high cost as a challenge for small businesses despite its robust features. ### Which Social Media Listening Tools platform has better integrations? Mention and BuzzSumo are at parity for integrations, with reviewers citing integrations but no clear leader. - **Mention:** Reviewers mention Slack integration as a valued feature in recent reviews. - **BuzzSumo:** Reviewers do not cite specific third-party integrations in recent reviews. ### How do Mention and BuzzSumo compare on customer support? BuzzSumo and Mention are at near-parity on Quality of Support, with BuzzSumo scoring 8.8 and Mention 8.5. - **Mention:** Reviewers describe support as generally responsive and helpful, though some cite slow response times and limited assistance for complex issues. - **BuzzSumo:** Reviewers highlight helpful support, with some noting a desire for more advanced support options and faster responses. ### Which is easier to implement, Mention or BuzzSumo? BuzzSumo is rated slightly higher for Ease of Setup, with a score of 9.1 versus Mention's 8.8, but both are considered easy to implement. - **Mention:** Reviewers report setup is generally quick and straightforward, often completed in under 20 minutes, with minimal technical assistance required. - **BuzzSumo:** Reviewers describe setup as easy and intuitive, with most users able to get started quickly and navigate the platform without difficulty. ### Which product has better Social Media? BuzzSumo is favored for Social Media, with higher reviewer satisfaction and more frequent mentions of content management and engagement features. - **Mention:** Social Media is a frequently cited feature, with reviewers noting its effectiveness for monitoring brand mentions and social activity. - **BuzzSumo:** Social Media is a core focus, with reviewers highlighting its strengths in content discovery, engagement analytics, and influencer identification. Alternatives **BuzzSumo Alternatives** ![Meltwater](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1520621978/meltwater.svg "Meltwater") [ Meltwater ](/products/meltwater/reviews) ![Hootsuite](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/d457048f2d5f9f5f322792032d073de6/hootsuite.svg "Hootsuite") [ Hootsuite ](/products/hootsuite/reviews) ![Sprout Social](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/23c97f84483973fc952fc0ce526a9227/sprout-social.svg "Sprout Social") [ Sprout Social ](/products/sprout-social/reviews) ![Brandwatch Consumer Intelligence](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/5117a24ef41c579d55a92924d8e09fed/brandwatch-consumer-intelligence.svg "Brandwatch Consumer Intelligence") [ Brandwatch Consumer... ](/products/brandwatch-consumer-intelligence/reviews) **Mention Alternatives** ![Meltwater](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1520621978/meltwater.svg "Meltwater") [ Meltwater ](/products/meltwater/reviews) ![Hootsuite](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/d457048f2d5f9f5f322792032d073de6/hootsuite.svg "Hootsuite") [ Hootsuite ](/products/hootsuite/reviews) ![Sprout Social](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/23c97f84483973fc952fc0ce526a9227/sprout-social.svg "Sprout Social") [ Sprout Social ](/products/sprout-social/reviews) ![CisionOne](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/b4ca5ad21171e3bb86489ac76b227c9b/cisionone.svg "CisionOne") [ CisionOne ](/products/cisionone/reviews) ## BuzzSumo vs Mention When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found BuzzSumo easier to use, set up, and administer. Reviewers also preferred doing business with BuzzSumo overall. - Reviewers felt that BuzzSumo meets the needs of their business better than Mention. - When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that BuzzSumo is the preferred option. - For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of BuzzSumo over Mention.