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At a Glance
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
Planoly
Planoly
Star Rating
(67)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Planoly
AI Generated Summary
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  • G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite excels in managing multiple social media accounts, with users appreciating its ability to schedule posts across various platforms seamlessly. 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 Planoly shines in its visual content planning capabilities, particularly for Instagram. Reviewers have noted the "fantastic" new feature for IG stories, which enhances the user experience for those focused on visual storytelling.
  • According to verified reviews, Hootsuite's customer support is frequently praised, with users mentioning their positive experiences with representatives. One user specifically appreciated the "fantastic experience" with their Hootsuite representative, indicating a strong support system that can be crucial for businesses.
  • Reviewers mention that Planoly is particularly user-friendly, with many finding it easy to schedule posts and manage content across multiple profiles. One user stated, "I use it daily to schedule multiple posts for multiple things; it is very easy to sign up for," highlighting its accessibility for new users.
  • G2 reviewers report that while Hootsuite has a higher overall satisfaction score, Planoly has a slight edge in ease of setup and administration. Users have noted that Planoly's setup process is straightforward, which can be beneficial for those looking to get started quickly.
  • Users say that Hootsuite's reporting features are a standout, with the ability to customize performance reports being a significant advantage. One user mentioned, "I appreciate the ability to customize different performance reports," which can help businesses track their social media effectiveness more effectively.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Hootsuite
Standard
$199.00
1 user Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plans
Planoly
No pricing available
Free Trial
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
Planoly
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
6,032
8.6
47
Ease of Use
8.6
6,108
8.7
48
Ease of Setup
8.7
3,895
9.0
10
Ease of Admin
8.6
2,548
8.9
9
Quality of Support
8.2
4,521
8.9
28
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
2,320
7.8
9
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
5,946
8.1
44
Features by Category
Social Media AnalyticsHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
7.4
2,756
Not enough data
Social Analytics
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
Not enough data
Reports & Dashboards
8.1
2388
Not enough data
8.3
2362
Not enough data
8.4
2326
Not enough data
7.1
1388
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
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
Not enough data
Social Media ManagementHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
7.8
5,198
Not enough data
Content & Collaboration
9.0
2750
Not enough data
8.0
2571
Not enough data
8.0
2515
Not enough data
7.8
2397
Not enough data
8.2
2527
Not enough data
8.1
2521
Not enough data
Social Management
8.1
4482
Not enough data
8.9
4967
Not enough data
8.2
4479
Not enough data
8.4
4798
Not enough data
7.1
3471
Not enough data
8.0
2530
Not enough data
7.9
2149
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
6.8
278
Not enough data
7.1
277
Not enough data
7.1
277
Not enough data
7.1
275
Not enough data
7.1
271
Not enough data
7.0
271
Not enough data
7.1
267
Not enough data
Social Media AdvertisingHide 34 FeaturesShow 34 Features
8.0
692
Not enough data
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
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
Not enough data
Targeting
8.1
627
Not enough data
7.8
616
Not enough data
7.9
614
Not enough data
7.8
608
Not enough data
Platform
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
Not enough data
Social Media Listening ToolsHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
7.7
2,260
7.1
41
Monitoring & Listening
8.1
1910
8.2
32
7.2
1508
6.1
18
8.2
701
7.3
5
8.0
676
Not enough data
7.9
669
6.3
5
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
1356
6.4
18
8.1
1860
7.9
28
8.2
718
7.8
6
7.8
646
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Planoly
Planoly
Hootsuite and Planoly are categorized as Social Media Listening Tools
Unique Categories
Planoly
Planoly has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
59.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
11.9%
Planoly
Planoly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
87.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
10.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
1.5%
Reviewers' Industry
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%
Planoly
Planoly
Marketing and Advertising
28.8%
Retail
7.6%
Apparel & Fashion
6.1%
Photography
4.5%
Online Media
4.5%
Other
48.5%
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Planoly
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Discussions
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
Planoly
Planoly Discussions
How can I post stories from videos taken on another device?
1 Comment
Sharena S.
SS
You should be able to upload the video on the Planoly website. Read more
Monty the Mongoose crying
Planoly has no more discussions with answers