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Market Segments
Enterprise (60.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (41.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Dataminr
Star Rating
(46)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (60.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about DataminrMeltwater
Star Rating
(2,489)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MeltwaterSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Meltwater excels in providing a comprehensive media intelligence system, with features like social media listening and global news coverage that help users gain a broad perspective on their brand's presence. This robust monitoring capability is frequently highlighted by users as a key strength.
- Users say that Dataminr is particularly effective for real-time monitoring of local disturbances, which is crucial for teams operating in multiple locations. This feature allows users to respond quickly to potential risks, showcasing Dataminr's strength in situational awareness.
- Reviewers mention that Meltwater's platform is intuitive and user-friendly once set up, with customizable dashboards and automated analytics that streamline reporting processes. This ease of use is a significant advantage for teams looking to maximize efficiency in their media monitoring efforts.
- According to verified reviews, Dataminr's ability to quickly identify market risks and industry news is a standout feature, enabling users to maintain a competitive edge. This responsiveness is particularly valued in fast-paced environments where timely information is critical.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Meltwater has a strong overall satisfaction score, it faces challenges in meeting specific workflow needs for some users, indicating that customization may require additional effort. This feedback suggests that while the platform is powerful, it may not always align perfectly with every user's requirements.
- Users report that Dataminr's quality of support is exceptional, with high ratings for responsiveness and helpfulness. This level of customer service is a significant factor for users who prioritize support in their software selection process, making Dataminr a reliable choice for enterprises.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Dataminr
No pricing availableMeltwater
No pricing availableFree Trial
Dataminr
Free Trial is available
Meltwater
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.8
25
7.9
2,133
Ease of Use
8.5
25
7.9
2,167
Ease of Setup
8.9
12
7.8
1,147
Ease of Admin
9.5
11
8.1
929
Quality of Support
9.4
25
8.5
2,058
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
10.0
11
8.4
935
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
19
8.0
2,116
Features by Category
Social Analytics
Not enough data
7.8(won by default)
525
Not enough data
7.7(won by default)
513
Not enough data
8.0(won by default)
518
Not enough data
6.8(won by default)
376
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.5(won by default)
394
Not enough data
7.1(won by default)
425
Reports & Dashboards
Not enough data
7.7(won by default)
544
Not enough data
8.0(won by default)
564
Not enough data
7.9(won by default)
481
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Content & Collaboration
Not enough data
8.1
238
Not enough data
7.4
211
Not enough data
7.3
202
Not enough data
7.5
203
Not enough data
8.0
228
Not enough data
7.6
212
Social Management
Not enough data
8.3
280
Not enough data
7.8
267
Not enough data
7.4
237
Not enough data
7.9
275
Not enough data
6.5
208
Not enough data
7.1
208
Not enough data
7.3
100
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
Not enough data
5.8
24
Not enough data
6.0
24
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.2
23
Media Channels
7.1
7
7.3
633
Feature Not Available
7.2
655
8.8
8
8.5
728
Geographic Coverage
7.9
8
7.7
701
8.3
8
8.2
709
7.1
7
7.6
635
Reporting
9.0
8
8.2
707
8.8
8
8.1
695
8.6
6
7.9
687
8.3
8
7.9
712
Agentic AI - Media Monitoring
Not enough data
6.3
83
Not enough data
6.3
81
Not enough data
6.2
80
Not enough data
6.3
81
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.5
288
Not enough data
6.6
283
Audiences
Not enough data
8.0
46
Not enough data
7.3
44
Not enough data
7.0
42
Not enough data
7.4
42
Data Analysis
Not enough data
7.5
42
Not enough data
8.1
45
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
7.9
43
Administration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
43
Agentic AI - Audience Intelligence Platforms
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Functionality
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring & Listening
Not enough data
8.0
801
Not enough data
7.3
703
Not enough data
8.2
515
Not enough data
8.3
522
Not enough data
7.8
486
Not enough data
7.8
477
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
Not enough data
6.5
83
Not enough data
6.4
84
Not enough data
6.2
82
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Data Management & Analysis
Not enough data
6.9
779
Not enough data
7.9
787
Not enough data
8.0
481
Not enough data
7.8
464
Threat Identification
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Threat Assessment
7.0
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
Threat Monitoring
8.7
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Influencer Marketing
Not enough data
7.8
203
Not enough data
7.8
205
Not enough data
8.0
209
Not enough data
7.7
199
Not enough data
7.4
196
Not enough data
6.9
162
Not enough data
7.4
170
Not enough data
8.0
199
Not enough data
7.9
200
Not enough data
7.7
185
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.7
148
Not enough data
6.7
134
Not enough data
6.3
115
Agentic AI - Influencer Marketing Platforms
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
5.5
7
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.0
7
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Critical Event Management (CEM) PlatformsHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Emergency Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Emergency Management
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
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.6
155
Not enough data
6.7
152
Data Sources - Risk Intelligence
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
Analysis & Reporting - Risk Intelligence
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
AI Visibility & Tracking
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sentiment & Brand Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Competitive Benchmarking
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Content Optimization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting & Alerts
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Orchestration
8.0
10
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Information
9.0
10
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
7.6
7
Not enough data
Personalization
8.0
9
Not enough data
7.6
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Threat Intelligence
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Database
Not enough data
7.9
479
Not enough data
7.9
412
Not enough data
8.0
388
Outreach
Not enough data
8.1
425
Not enough data
7.5
146
Not enough data
7.7
349
Reporting
Not enough data
8.5
473
Not enough data
8.3
360
Not enough data
8.1
407
Agentic AI - Media and Influencer Targeting
Not enough data
5.8
20
Not enough data
6.0
19
Not enough data
6.0
19
Not enough data
6.0
19
Not enough data
6.0
19
User Rights/Roles
Not enough data
7.7
305
Not enough data
8.0
326
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Dataminr and Meltwater are categorized as Media Monitoring
Unique Categories
Dataminr is categorized as Protective Intelligence Platforms, Risk Intelligence, Critical Event Management (CEM) Platforms, Threat Intelligence, and Dark Web Monitoring
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Dataminr
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Meltwater
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
Security and Investigations
20.0%
Retail
8.9%
Information Technology and Services
6.7%
Broadcast Media
6.7%
Real Estate
4.4%
Other
53.3%
Marketing and Advertising
15.7%
Public Relations and Communications
14.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.6%
Higher Education
5.5%
Information Technology and Services
3.1%
Other
54.5%
Alternatives
Discussions
Does Dataminr has any float effect where user can prioritise incidents by flashing colors until incident is click or mouse is placed above it?
1 Comment
Official Response from Dataminr
Thank you for your question Marko. Dataminr does provide the ability for users to prioritize incidents by severity, as well as filter incidents according to...Read more
Dataminr has no more discussions with answers
How do I make Meltwater work for our organization?
3 Comments
AS
I find it helpful to make customized reporter/influencer lists (based on geography, issue, etc). Makes it easy to do rapid-response outreach.Read more
How soon will sysomos and meltwater fully be integrated?
2 Comments
FA
Hi Janay. Sorry I don't know the answer to that question. Hopefully a Meltwater rep or someone else can answer it. I suggest simply contacting Meltwater...Read more
How much does meltwater cost?
2 Comments
GS
Basic modules, with 4 users and a maximum of 20 searches (imagine it as no more than 20 quieres saved at the same time), 12K a year. Twitter data, unlimited....Read more
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