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At a Glance
Facebook Pages Manager
Facebook Pages Manager
Star Rating
(1,612)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0/ month
Learn more about Facebook Pages Manager
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Star Rating
(6,693)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.4% 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 overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Facebook Pages Manager. Users appreciate its ability to schedule multiple posts across various accounts, making it a favorite for those managing multiple clients.
  • Users say that Hootsuite's customer support is a standout feature, with many praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of their representatives. In contrast, Facebook Pages Manager has received feedback indicating that its support could be improved, with users noting a less satisfactory experience.
  • Reviewers mention that Hootsuite's content calendar is highly regarded, allowing for effective planning and organization of posts. This feature is particularly beneficial for businesses that need to stay on top of important dates, while Facebook Pages Manager, although useful for real-time engagement, lacks the same level of advanced planning tools.
  • According to verified reviews, Facebook Pages Manager shines in its real-time notification system, enabling users to respond to messages and comments instantly. This feature is crucial for businesses that prioritize immediate customer interaction, whereas Hootsuite focuses more on comprehensive scheduling and analytics.
  • Users highlight that Hootsuite's analytics capabilities are robust, allowing for detailed performance reports that help businesses understand their social media impact. In comparison, while Facebook Pages Manager offers basic analytics, it does not provide the same depth of insights that Hootsuite users have come to rely on.
  • Reviewers note that both platforms cater well to small businesses, but Hootsuite's broader feature set and higher ease of use ratings make it a more favorable choice for those looking to scale their social media efforts. Facebook Pages Manager, while free and effective for basic management, may not meet the needs of users seeking advanced functionalities.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Facebook Pages Manager
Free
$0
/ month
Learn more about Facebook Pages Manager
Hootsuite
Standard
$199.00
1 user Per Month
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Free Trial
Facebook Pages Manager
No trial information available
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
1,367
8.4
6,032
Ease of Use
8.3
1,382
8.6
6,108
Ease of Setup
8.6
787
8.7
3,895
Ease of Admin
8.4
788
8.6
2,548
Quality of Support
6.9
1,106
8.2
4,521
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
712
8.6
2,320
Product Direction (% positive)
7.2
1,344
8.0
5,946
Features by Category
Social Media AnalyticsHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
Not enough data
7.4
2,756
Social Analytics
Not enough data
7.5
2146
Not enough data
7.9
2352
Not enough data
8.6
2481
Not enough data
7.4
1812
Not enough data
7.4
2037
Not enough data
7.6
1486
Not enough data
7.5
1447
Reports & Dashboards
Not enough data
8.1
2388
Not enough data
8.3
2362
Not enough data
8.4
2326
Not enough data
7.1
1388
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
Not enough data
6.7
146
Not enough data
6.6
145
Not enough data
6.7
145
Not enough data
6.6
146
Not enough data
6.7
146
Social Media ManagementHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
7.9
1,215
7.8
5,198
Content & Collaboration
8.4
122
9.0
2750
8.1
117
8.0
2571
8.2
128
8.0
2515
8.2
106
7.8
2397
8.6
127
8.2
2527
8.1
69
8.1
2521
Social Management
8.5
1109
8.1
4482
9.0
1140
8.9
4967
8.8
1088
8.2
4479
8.8
1135
8.4
4798
8.3
1025
7.1
3471
7.8
64
8.0
2530
8.2
15
7.9
2149
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
7.0
5
6.8
278
7.0
5
7.1
277
7.0
5
7.1
277
6.7
5
7.1
275
6.7
5
7.1
271
7.0
5
7.0
271
7.3
5
7.1
267
Social Media AdvertisingHide 34 FeaturesShow 34 Features
Not enough data
8.0
692
Platform Interoperability
Not enough data
7.7
562
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
667
Campaign Management
Not enough data
8.4
671
Not enough data
8.1
665
Not enough data
8.1
657
Not enough data
7.9
664
Not enough data
8.1
661
Not enough data
8.4
654
Not enough data
8.2
647
Not enough data
7.8
633
Not enough data
7.7
635
Not enough data
8.1
628
Not enough data
8.0
621
Not enough data
7.5
621
Not enough data
7.7
615
Targeting
Not enough data
8.1
627
Not enough data
7.8
616
Not enough data
7.9
614
Not enough data
7.8
608
Platform
Not enough data
7.7
598
Not enough data
8.2
615
Not enough data
8.5
611
Not enough data
8.6
607
Not enough data
8.3
600
Not enough data
8.2
597
Not enough data
8.3
599
Not enough data
8.0
587
Not enough data
8.1
591
Social Media Listening ToolsHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
Not enough data
7.7
2,260
Monitoring & Listening
Not enough data
8.1
1910
Not enough data
7.2
1508
Not enough data
8.2
701
Not enough data
8.0
676
Not enough data
7.9
669
Not enough data
7.7
648
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
1356
Not enough data
8.1
1860
Not enough data
8.2
718
Not enough data
7.8
646
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Facebook Pages Manager
Facebook Pages Manager
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Facebook Pages Manager and Hootsuite are categorized as Social Media Management
Unique Categories
Facebook Pages Manager
Facebook Pages Manager has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Facebook Pages Manager
Facebook Pages Manager
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
71.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.1%
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
59.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
11.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Facebook Pages Manager
Facebook Pages Manager
Marketing and Advertising
13.1%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.9%
Higher Education
4.0%
Education Management
3.8%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
3.5%
Other
70.6%
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
Facebook Pages Manager
Facebook Pages Manager Discussions
I notice that at times there are posts that are more highly viewed than others, and I can't figure out the exact trick. Any suggestions?
3 Comments
Kim C.
KC
It could also depend on how many post you’re making in a day. The more you post, the further down the post moves and most people only scroll down so far then...Read more
What is Pages Manager for Facebook?
3 Comments
Brisa de Los Ángeles S.
BS
It is the person who is in charge of the page.Read more
3rd party solutions?
2 Comments
Ben E.
BE
That's great news Eric! @Jon the top tools I'd recommend are SimplyMeasured, SocialBakers and SproutSocial (though the latter isn't as comprehensive as the...Read more
Hootsuite
Hootsuite Discussions
What is the most popular feature of Hootsuite?
4 Comments
Henry V.
HV
Scheduling in advance and recommend post timesRead more
What do you get with free Hootsuite?
4 Comments
Monetta W.
MW
Nothing. Hootsuite discontinued their free tier Read more
How to connect Hootsuite to Facebook business page
3 Comments
Jeff M.
JM
Hootsuite has deep, rich help pages that often include instructional videos. Adding your Facebook page and other social networks can be found...Read more