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At a Glance
Crowdfire
Crowdfire
Star Rating
(89)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$0 month
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Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Star Rating
(6,716)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$199.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite excels in managing multiple social media accounts, with users appreciating its ability to schedule posts across various platforms. One user highlighted, "My favorite part of Hootsuite is being able to schedule multiple posts across multiple accounts and platforms," making it a strong choice for those juggling multiple clients.
  • Users say that Crowdfire offers a user-friendly experience for tracking social media interactions, such as monitoring followers and unfollowers. A reviewer mentioned, "It is easy to track people who have followed/unfollowed," which can be particularly beneficial for users focused on audience engagement.
  • Reviewers mention that Hootsuite's customer support is a standout feature, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. One user noted, "The customer support is also great," indicating that assistance is readily available when needed.
  • According to verified reviews, Crowdfire shines in content creation, with users appreciating its tools for generating engaging posts. A user remarked, "The best features about Crowdfire are the tools surrounding content, engagement, and how to further reach an audience," highlighting its effectiveness in content strategy.
  • G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite provides robust analytics capabilities, allowing users to customize performance reports. One user stated, "I appreciate the ability to customize different performance reports," which can help businesses track their social media success more effectively.
  • Users say that while Crowdfire is free to start, it may lack some advanced features that Hootsuite offers, particularly for businesses looking for comprehensive social media management. However, users still find value in its scheduling and engagement tools, with one noting, "Scheduling of post feature works well," making it a good option for those on a budget.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Crowdfire
Free
$0
month
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Hootsuite
Standard
$199.00
1 user Per Month
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Free Trial
Crowdfire
Free Trial is available
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.9
73
8.4
6,033
Ease of Use
8.7
74
8.6
6,109
Ease of Setup
8.8
21
8.6
3,898
Ease of Admin
9.0
21
8.6
2,546
Quality of Support
8.1
55
8.1
4,524
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
18
8.5
2,318
Product Direction (% positive)
7.3
74
8.0
5,946
Features by Category
Social Media AnalyticsHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
Not enough data
7.4
2,755
Social Analytics
Not enough data
7.5
2137
Not enough data
7.9
2342
Not enough data
8.6
2474
Not enough data
7.4
1802
Not enough data
7.4
2027
Not enough data
7.6
1476
Not enough data
7.5
1437
Reports & Dashboards
Not enough data
8.1
2378
Not enough data
8.3
2352
Not enough data
8.4
2320
Not enough data
7.1
1379
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
Not enough data
6.7
144
Not enough data
6.6
143
Not enough data
6.6
143
Not enough data
6.6
144
Not enough data
6.7
144
Social Media ManagementHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
8.3
68
7.7
5,203
Content & Collaboration
8.3
6
9.0
2741
7.5
6
8.0
2553
7.5
6
8.0
2500
8.3
6
7.8
2379
7.8
6
8.3
2509
9.7
5
8.1
2505
Social Management
7.8
53
8.1
4476
8.6
57
8.9
4970
Feature Not Available
8.2
4463
8.4
60
8.4
4791
Feature Not Available
7.1
3452
9.0
5
8.0
2511
Not enough data
7.9
2132
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
Not enough data
6.7
273
Not enough data
7.0
272
Not enough data
7.1
273
Not enough data
7.1
271
Not enough data
7.1
267
Not enough data
6.9
266
Not enough data
7.1
263
Social Media AdvertisingHide 34 FeaturesShow 34 Features
Not enough data
8.0
689
Platform Interoperability
Not enough data
7.7
558
Agentic AI - Social Media Advertising
Not enough data
7.4
58
Not enough data
7.2
57
Not enough data
7.4
58
Not enough data
7.3
59
Not enough data
7.6
58
Not enough data
7.7
59
Social Functionality
Not enough data
8.4
661
Campaign Management
Not enough data
8.4
665
Not enough data
8.1
660
Not enough data
8.1
651
Not enough data
7.9
659
Not enough data
8.1
657
Not enough data
8.4
648
Not enough data
8.2
642
Not enough data
7.8
628
Not enough data
7.7
630
Not enough data
8.1
623
Not enough data
8.0
616
Not enough data
7.5
616
Not enough data
7.7
610
Targeting
Not enough data
8.1
622
Not enough data
7.8
611
Not enough data
7.9
610
Not enough data
7.8
604
Platform
Not enough data
7.7
594
Not enough data
8.2
611
Not enough data
8.6
607
Not enough data
8.6
603
Not enough data
8.3
596
Not enough data
8.2
593
Not enough data
8.3
595
Not enough data
8.0
583
Not enough data
8.1
587
Social Media Listening ToolsHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
Not enough data
7.7
2,259
Monitoring & Listening
Not enough data
8.1
1909
Not enough data
7.2
1507
Not enough data
8.2
700
Not enough data
8.0
675
Not enough data
7.9
668
Not enough data
7.7
647
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
Not enough data
7.3
59
Not enough data
7.2
59
Not enough data
7.4
58
Not enough data
7.3
59
Not enough data
7.4
59
Data Management & Analysis
Not enough data
7.5
1355
Not enough data
8.1
1859
Not enough data
8.2
717
Not enough data
7.8
645
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Crowdfire
Crowdfire
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Crowdfire and Hootsuite are categorized as Social Media Management
Unique Categories
Crowdfire
Crowdfire has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Crowdfire
Crowdfire
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
76.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
15.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.0%
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
59.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
12.0%
Reviewers' Industry
Crowdfire
Crowdfire
Marketing and Advertising
19.3%
Management Consulting
4.5%
Photography
4.5%
Telecommunications
3.4%
Information Technology and Services
3.4%
Other
64.8%
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Marketing and Advertising
15.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.5%
Higher Education
4.3%
Computer Software
3.9%
Information Technology and Services
3.6%
Other
64.2%
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Discussions
Crowdfire
Crowdfire Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Crowdfire has no discussions with answers
Hootsuite
Hootsuite Discussions
What do you get with free Hootsuite?
4 Comments
Monetta W.
MW
Nothing. Hootsuite discontinued their free tier Read more
What is the most popular feature of Hootsuite?
4 Comments
Ilana Y.
IY
Set it and forget it.Read more
How can I use Hootsuite in Instagram?
3 Comments
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BH
You cannot control Hootsuite inside of Instagram, but if you go to your Hootsuite dashboard, you can add Instagram as a social media account. This article...Read more