# GigaOM, Mintel vs SmartSites Comparison

| | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 3.9 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.8 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 11 | 35 | 253 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (72.7% of reviews) | Mid-Market (40.0% of reviews) | Small-Business (84.1% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Free Trial 1 Seat Per Month | No pricing available | Contact Us Per Month | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### GigaOM

**Not enough data**

### Mintel

**Not enough data**

### SmartSites

Pros:
- Communication (24 reviews)
- Customer Support (20 reviews)

Cons:
- Communication Issues (13 reviews)
- Slow Response Time (9 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Ease of Use** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Quality of Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Quality of Work** | Not enough data | 8.8 (10 reviews) | 9.6 (213 reviews) | 
  | **Responsiveness** | Not enough data | 8.4 (16 reviews) | 9.8 (209 reviews) | 
  | **Expertise of Team** | Not enough data | 8.6 (16 reviews) | 9.7 (212 reviews) | 
  | **Execution Ability** | Not enough data | 8.5 (16 reviews) | 9.6 (211 reviews) | 
  | **Communication Skills** | Not enough data | 8.9 (17 reviews) | 9.7 (211 reviews) | 
  | **Professionalism** | Not enough data | 9.4 (16 reviews) | 9.8 (212 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | 9.2 (24 reviews) | 9.7 (225 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 6.1 (6 reviews) | 8.5 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 

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## Pricing

### GigaOM

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: INDIVIDUAL | MONTHLY

Price: Free Trial 1 Seat Per Month

Description: Monthly individual access to the latest research for making decisions and purchasing technologies

Key Features:
- 30 day free trial
- Access to Benchmark Reports
- Access to Case Studies

[Learn more about GigaOM](https://www.g2.com/products/gigaom/reviews)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Mintel

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### SmartSites

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Organic SEO

Price: Contact Us Per Month

Key Features:
- Dedicated Project Manager
- Real-Time Marketing Reports
- Leads Analysis &amp; Management

[Browse all 5 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/smartsites/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Professional Services

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **GigaOM** | N/A | N/A |
| **Mintel** | N/A | N/A |
| **SmartSites** | N/A | N/A |

#### Planning

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Needs Assessment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Resource Allocation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Stayed within Budget** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Statement of Work** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Best Practices** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Delivery

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Technical Expertise** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Met Deadlines** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Meeting Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scope Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Roll-out** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Support

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Go Live Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Training ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Metrics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Admin Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Marketing Services

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **GigaOM** | N/A | N/A |
| **Mintel** | N/A | N/A |
| **SmartSites** | N/A | N/A |

#### Planning

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Needs Assessment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Resource Allocation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Stayed within Budget** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Statement of Work** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Best Practices** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Delivery

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Technical Expertise** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Met Deadlines** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Meeting Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scope Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Roll-out** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Ecosystem Service Providers

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **GigaOM** | N/A | N/A |
| **Mintel** | N/A | N/A |
| **SmartSites** | N/A | N/A |

#### Planning

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Needs Assessment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Resource Allocation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Stayed within Budget** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Statement of Work** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Best Practices** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Delivery

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Technical Expertise** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Met Deadlines** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Meeting Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scope Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Roll-out** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Support

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Go Live Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Training ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Metrics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Admin Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Marketing Strategy

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **GigaOM** | N/A | N/A |
| **Mintel** | N/A | N/A |
| **SmartSites** | 9.9/10 | 20 |

#### Other Platform Features

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Notifications &amp; Reminders** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.9 (14 reviews) | 
| **Contract Database** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 10.0 (9 reviews) | 
| **Contract Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.8 (10 reviews) | 
| **Integrations / APIs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.7 (10 reviews) | 
| **E-Signature** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.9 (12 reviews) | 

### B2B Services

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **GigaOM** | N/A | N/A |
| **Mintel** | N/A | N/A |
| **SmartSites** | N/A | N/A |

#### Team Quality

| Feature | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Change Management Skills** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Executive Presence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Vertical Expertise** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Technology Partnerships** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to GigaOM (1):** [Technology Research Services](https://www.g2.com/categories/technology-research-services)

**Unique to Mintel (1):** [Market Research Companies](https://www.g2.com/categories/market-research-services)

**Unique to SmartSites (28):** [HubSpot Consulting Services](https://www.g2.com/categories/hubspot-consulting-services), [Klaviyo Consulting Providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/klaviyo-consulting), [Shopify Marketing Experts ](https://www.g2.com/categories/shopify-marketing-experts), [Shopify Web Developers ](https://www.g2.com/categories/shopify-web-developers), [Shopify Designers ](https://www.g2.com/categories/shopify-designers), [Node.js Developers ](https://www.g2.com/categories/node-js-developers), [Blog Writing Services Providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/blog-writing-services), [Content Editing Services Providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/content-editing-services), [Market Research Companies](https://www.g2.com/categories/market-research-services), [JavaScript Developers ](https://www.g2.com/categories/javascript-developers), [Lead Generation Companies](https://www.g2.com/categories/lead-generation-services), [WordPress Developers ](https://www.g2.com/categories/wordpress-developers), [PHP Developers ](https://www.g2.com/categories/php-developers), [E-Commerce Development Companies](https://www.g2.com/categories/e-commerce-development), [Drupal Development Companies](https://www.g2.com/categories/drupal-development), [Website Design Services](https://www.g2.com/categories/website-design), [User Experience (UX) Design Services Providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/user-experience-ux-design-services), [Graphic Design Companies](https://www.g2.com/categories/graphic-design-services), [Content Writing Services](https://www.g2.com/categories/content-writing-services), [Marketing Strategy Agencies](https://www.g2.com/categories/marketing-strategy), [Branding Agencies ](https://www.g2.com/categories/branding-agencies), [Social Media Marketing (SMM) Companies ](https://www.g2.com/categories/social-media-marketing-smm-companies), [PPC Agencies](https://www.g2.com/categories/ppc-services), [SEO Services Providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/seo-services), [Content Marketing Agencies ](https://www.g2.com/categories/content-marketing-agencies), [Email Marketing Services Providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/email-marketing-services), [Digital Marketing Services](https://www.g2.com/categories/digital-marketing), [Amazon Marketing Services Providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/amazon-marketing-services)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | GigaOM | Mintel | SmartSites | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 72.7% | 31.4% | 84.1% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 18.2% | 40.0% | 13.4% | 
| **Enterprise** | 9.1% | 28.6% | 2.4% | 

### By Industry

#### GigaOM

- **Computer Software:** 45.5%
- **Pharmaceuticals:** 9.1%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 9.1%
- **Logistics and Supply Chain:** 9.1%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 9.1%
- **Computer &amp; Network Security:** 9.1%
- **Airlines/Aviation:** 9.1%

#### Mintel

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 42.9%
- **Food &amp; Beverages:** 14.3%
- **Consumer Goods:** 8.6%
- **Entertainment:** 5.7%
- **Sports:** 2.9%
- **Publishing:** 2.9%
- **Online Media:** 2.9%
- **Market Research:** 2.9%
- **Insurance:** 2.9%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 2.9%
- **Other:** 11.4%

#### SmartSites

- **Retail:** 9.3%
- **Construction:** 7.3%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 6.5%
- **Apparel &amp; Fashion:** 6.1%
- **Financial Services:** 5.3%
- **Consumer Goods:** 4.9%
- **Automotive:** 4.5%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 4.1%
- **Computer Software:** 2.8%
- **Legal Services:** 2.4%
- **Other:** 46.7%

---
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## Top Discussions

### GigaOM

No discussions available for this product.

### Mintel

No discussions available for this product.

### SmartSites

No discussions available for this product.

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/gigaom-vs-mintel-vs-smartsites)

