Compare Hootsuite and Planable 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (94.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$99.00 1 user Per Month
Starting at $33.00 1 Workspace Per Month
Hootsuite
Star Rating
(7,121)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$99.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(1,038)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $33.00 1 Workspace Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite excels in providing a comprehensive platform for managing multiple social media accounts, with users appreciating its ability to schedule posts in advance and view performance analytics all in one place. This consolidation of features saves time and enhances productivity.
- Users say that Planable stands out for its simplicity and ease of use, making it a great choice for those who prefer a straightforward approach. Reviewers highlight the platform's effective collaboration tools, which allow for seamless communication with clients when scheduling posts.
- According to verified reviews, Hootsuite's user interface is praised for being clean and intuitive, making it easy to manage social accounts without feeling overwhelmed. Users specifically mention that scheduling posts takes just a few clicks, which is a significant advantage for busy marketers.
- Reviewers mention that while Planable offers a user-friendly experience, it may lack some advanced features that larger teams or businesses might require. However, its straightforward scheduling and editing capabilities across platforms are noted as key benefits for smaller teams.
- G2 reviewers highlight Hootsuite's robust reporting features, which provide valuable insights into social media performance. Users appreciate the detailed analytics that help them understand engagement and reach, making it easier to adjust strategies based on data.
- Users report that both platforms have strong support systems, but Planable receives slightly higher marks for quality of support. Reviewers note that the assistance provided is responsive and helpful, which is crucial for users who may need guidance during their social media campaigns.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Hootsuite
Standard
$99.00
1 user Per Month
- Up to 10 social accounts
- Unlimited post scheduling
- Best time to post recommendations
Planable
Basic
Starting at $33.00
1 Workspace Per Month
- unlimited users
- 60 posts/ workspace/ month
- 4 social pages/ workspace
Free Trial
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
Planable
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
6,236
8.6
864
Ease of Use
8.6
6,316
9.2
882
Ease of Setup
8.6
4,097
9.2
672
Ease of Admin
8.6
2,554
9.3
518
Quality of Support
8.1
4,681
8.8
639
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
2,326
9.0
465
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
6,114
9.0
822
Features by Category
Social Analytics
7.5(won by default)
2158
Not enough data
7.9(won by default)
2357
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
2527
Not enough data
7.4(won by default)
1814
Not enough data
7.4(won by default)
2043
Not enough data
7.6(won by default)
1491
Not enough data
7.5(won by default)
1450
Not enough data
Reports & Dashboards
8.1(won by default)
2405
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
2371
Not enough data
8.4(won by default)
2398
Not enough data
7.1(won by default)
1391
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
6.7(won by default)
148
Not enough data
6.7(won by default)
157
Not enough data
6.6(won by default)
146
Not enough data
6.6(won by default)
148
Not enough data
6.7(won by default)
148
Not enough data
Content & Collaboration
9.0
2800
9.3
694
8.0
2570
8.6
583
8.0
2531
8.0
93
7.8
2405
8.9
619
8.2
2531
8.8
593
8.1
2548
8.2
548
Social Management
8.1
4593
7.0
363
8.9
5142
9.1
731
8.2
4507
7.8
153
8.4
4870
7.7
546
7.1
3477
6.3
425
8.0
2537
8.4
518
7.9
2160
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
6.8
281
6.5
62
7.0
278
7.1
63
7.1
302
7.0
63
7.1
278
6.8
58
7.0
272
6.6
59
7.0
274
6.4
61
7.1
269
6.6
60
Platform Interoperability
7.7
562
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Advertising
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
Not enough data
Social Functionality
8.4
667
Not enough data
Campaign Management
8.4
673
Not enough data
8.1
665
Not enough data
8.1
655
Not enough data
7.9
665
Not enough data
8.0
663
Not enough data
8.4
652
Not enough data
8.2
646
Not enough data
7.8
632
Not enough data
7.7
634
Not enough data
8.1
628
Not enough data
8.0
620
Not enough data
7.5
620
Not enough data
7.7
615
Not enough data
Targeting
8.1
627
Not enough data
7.8
615
Not enough data
7.9
615
Not enough data
7.8
608
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
599
Not enough data
8.3
616
Not enough data
8.5
611
Not enough data
8.6
611
Not enough data
8.3
600
Not enough data
8.2
597
Not enough data
8.3
600
Not enough data
8.0
587
Not enough data
8.2
592
Not enough data
Monitoring & Listening
8.1
1914
Not enough data
7.2
1508
Not enough data
8.2
711
Not enough data
8.0
682
Not enough data
7.9
673
Not enough data
7.7
648
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
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
Not enough data
Data Management & Analysis
7.5
1355
Not enough data
8.1
1864
Not enough data
8.2
727
Not enough data
7.8
647
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Hootsuite and Planable are categorized as Social Media Management
Unique Categories
Hootsuite is categorized as Social Media Suites, Social Media Listening Tools, Social Media Analytics, and Social Media Advertising
Planable has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Hootsuite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Planable
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
15.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.7%
Higher Education
4.3%
Computer Software
3.9%
Information Technology and Services
3.6%
Other
64.2%
Marketing and Advertising
31.6%
Computer Software
3.6%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
3.5%
Retail
2.9%
Non-Profit Organization Management
2.6%
Other
55.6%
Discussions
What do you get with free Hootsuite?
4 Comments
MW
Nothing. Hootsuite discontinued their free tier Read more
How can I use Hootsuite in Instagram?
3 Comments
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
How can you better use planable with Instagram
2 Comments
XM
Hi Kevin - not 100% sure what you mean but if you refer to our mobile app it's definitely up and running on both Android and iOS. Would be great if you could...Read more
How do I contact them faster ?
1 Comment
Official Response from Planable
Hey Mehedi,
Happy to help! The quickest way to get in touch is definitely our in-app support chat. You can find it on your dashboard. Select help in the...Read more
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