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Compare ContentStudio and Sprout Social 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (44.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$25.00 Per Month
Starting at $199.00 1 user/per month (billed annually)
ContentStudio
Star Rating
(352)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$25.00 Per Month
Browse all 6 pricing plansSprout Social
Star Rating
(5,753)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $199.00 1 user/per month (billed annually)
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Sprout Social excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to ContentStudio. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and powerful analytics capabilities, which help in making data-driven decisions.
- According to verified reviews, Sprout Social's social publishing feature is a standout, allowing users to publish across multiple channels simultaneously. This feature is particularly praised for solving the hassle of managing posts on different platforms, making it a favorite among users.
- Users say that ContentStudio shines in its ease of use, especially for those managing multiple social media profiles. The scheduling feature is highlighted as a major plus, enhancing efficiency by streamlining the content planning and publishing process.
- Reviewers mention that while ContentStudio has a lower entry-level price, it offers a range of features that feel mature and well-integrated. Users appreciate the platform's unique elements and excellent UI, which contribute to a positive user experience.
- G2 reviewers note that Sprout Social's implementation process is smooth, with many users highlighting the queue management feature that simplifies content scheduling. This ease of setup is a significant advantage for teams looking to get started quickly.
- According to recent user feedback, while ContentStudio has a strong focus on content marketing modules, Sprout Social's robust data tracking and customization options provide deeper insights into performance, making it a more powerful tool for analytics-driven users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ContentStudio
Starter
$25.00
Per Month
Best for starters and entrepreneurs with up to 5 social accounts.
- AI content writer
- Publishing & Scheduling
- Planner & Content Calendar
Sprout Social
Standard
Starting at $199.00
1 user/per month (billed annually)
- 5 social profiles
- All-in-one social inbox
- Social content calendar
Free Trial
ContentStudio
Free Trial is available
Sprout Social
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
291
8.5
5,033
Ease of Use
8.9
291
8.8
5,086
Ease of Setup
8.9
189
8.7
3,470
Ease of Admin
8.9
181
8.8
2,167
Quality of Support
8.9
253
8.6
4,500
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
172
8.7
2,134
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
284
8.9
4,957
Features by Category
Social Analytics
7.5
29
7.7(won by 0.2)
2956
8.3(won by 0.5)
31
7.8
3141
8.7(tied score)
34
8.7(tied score)
3306
6.0
24
7.2(won by 1.2)
2595
6.7
24
7.0(won by 0.3)
2602
7.3(won by 0.1)
19
7.2
2361
6.3
15
7.1(won by 0.8)
2299
Reports & Dashboards
7.4
28
8.1(won by 0.7)
3179
8.5(tied score)
27
8.5(tied score)
3244
8.9(won by 0.4)
35
8.5
3085
6.0(won by default)
14
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
Not enough data
6.2(won by default)
893
Not enough data
6.2(won by default)
886
Not enough data
6.2(won by default)
878
Not enough data
6.2(won by default)
884
Not enough data
6.2(won by default)
885
Content Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Optimization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Logistics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
9.0
31
Not enough data
8.6
27
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
7.4
23
Not enough data
9.1
29
Not enough data
9.0
30
Not enough data
Content Planning
9.0
38
Not enough data
8.6
29
Not enough data
9.2
41
Not enough data
Marketing Campaign Performance
8.5
19
Not enough data
9.3
21
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Marketing Calendar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Other Features
8.5
34
Not enough data
9.5
20
Not enough data
Content & Collaboration
9.4
49
8.9
3125
9.0
43
7.9
2913
8.8
38
8.2
2967
9.4
36
8.0
2860
9.3
43
8.3
2975
9.5
22
Feature Not Available
Social Management
8.2
126
8.6
4149
9.3
171
8.9
4140
9.0
163
8.0
3785
8.8
155
8.5
4089
7.4
89
Feature Not Available
8.8
22
7.9
2876
9.1
13
7.5
2474
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
Not enough data
6.2
1062
Not enough data
6.4
1052
Not enough data
6.5
1049
Not enough data
6.5
1044
Not enough data
6.4
1035
Not enough data
6.4
1036
Not enough data
6.4
1032
Content Discovery
8.4
33
Not enough data
8.5
39
Not enough data
8.4
39
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Content Curation
8.9
34
Not enough data
9.0
38
Not enough data
9.0
35
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Content Distribution
9.3
40
Not enough data
7.5
25
Not enough data
8.7
33
Not enough data
8.6
36
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Content Curation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring & Listening
8.2
28
8.5
1894
8.4
20
7.0
1431
8.5
9
8.0
1198
8.5
8
7.9
1183
8.5
8
7.7
1155
8.9
9
7.8
1182
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
Not enough data
6.4
387
Not enough data
6.4
385
Not enough data
6.4
388
Not enough data
6.4
386
Not enough data
6.4
386
Data Management & Analysis
7.8
22
7.5
1200
8.7
26
8.6
1953
9.3
9
8.0
1219
7.2
6
7.8
1124
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.1
859
Not enough data
6.9
848
Process
Not enough data
8.4
1449
Not enough data
7.9
1236
Not enough data
7.7
1003
Channels
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
1498
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Insight
Not enough data
7.4
1124
Not enough data
8.4
1420
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Content Distribution
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Planning
9.0
172
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
ContentStudio and Sprout Social are categorized as Social Media Analytics, Social Media Management, and Social Media Listening Tools
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ContentStudio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Sprout Social
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Marketing and Advertising
39.6%
Information Technology and Services
6.2%
Internet
4.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
2.9%
Professional Training & Coaching
2.6%
Other
44.6%
Marketing and Advertising
20.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.1%
Higher Education
5.5%
Information Technology and Services
3.7%
Financial Services
3.2%
Other
60.8%
Discussions
when possibility to enable instagram direct auto post?
2 Comments
MJ
Instagram posting is only available via mobile app notifications. It seems they are awaiting API approval from Instagram to make direct posting possible.Read more
When is instagram posting going to be available?
2 Comments
WA
Instagram direct publishing is now available in ContentStudio.
Read more here: https://blog.contentstudio.io/instagram-direct-posting/Read more
THE LONGETIVITY OF CONTENTSTUDIO
2 Comments
WA
ContentStudio is still active and growing fast since I lasted replied to this comment 4 years ago.Read more
Is there a place of education for users?
6 Comments
EC
https://support.sproutsocial.com/hc/en-usRead more
Is Sprout Social legit?
4 Comments
JG
Definitely! Very useful and intuitive platform to manage and analyze social media.Read more
How can I access a more affordable reasonably priced membership with Sprout Social
3 Comments
RS
Feel free to chat us directly at Sprout and we can get you in touch with a team member who can walk through your specific use case for you and the best...Read more
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