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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
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SmarterQueue
SmarterQueue
Star Rating
(37)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$29.99
Browse all 4 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite excels in managing multiple social media accounts, with users appreciating its ability to schedule posts across various platforms. 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 SmarterQueue stands out for its intuitive design and unique features like the Evergreen posting option. A user mentioned, "I love that I create the content once and it is rescheduled automatically," which is particularly beneficial for those looking to maintain consistent engagement without constant manual effort.
  • Reviewers mention that Hootsuite's customer support is a significant advantage, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. One user noted, "The customer support is also great," which can be crucial for businesses needing timely assistance.
  • According to verified reviews, SmarterQueue's content recycling feature is a major draw, allowing users to keep their audience engaged effortlessly. A user shared, "The scheduler allowed me to set up (and recycle) posts," highlighting its effectiveness for users with limited time.
  • G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite offers robust analytics and reporting capabilities, with users appreciating the ability to customize performance reports. One user stated, "I appreciate the ability to customize different performance reports," which can help businesses track their social media success more effectively.
  • Users say that while SmarterQueue has a higher ease of use rating, Hootsuite's comprehensive features and market presence make it a more reliable choice for businesses looking for a well-rounded social media management tool. Reviewers noted, "It's really intuitive, and has loads of handy features," but Hootsuite's extensive capabilities may better serve larger teams or those with diverse needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Hootsuite
Standard
$199.00
1 user Per Month
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SmarterQueue
Solo
$29.99
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Free Trial
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
SmarterQueue
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
6,032
9.2
31
Ease of Use
8.6
6,108
8.9
31
Ease of Setup
8.7
3,895
8.3
15
Ease of Admin
8.6
2,548
8.8
15
Quality of Support
8.2
4,521
9.3
23
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
2,320
9.1
13
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
5,946
9.2
29
Features by Category
Social Media AnalyticsHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
7.4
2,754
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
5,186
8.3
26
Content & Collaboration
9.0
2750
9.1
13
8.0
2571
9.1
9
8.0
2515
4.3
5
7.8
2397
Feature Not Available
8.2
2527
Feature Not Available
8.1
2521
9.0
5
Social Management
8.1
4482
8.9
22
8.9
4967
9.4
24
8.2
4479
8.8
22
8.4
4798
Feature Not Available
7.1
3471
Feature Not Available
8.0
2530
8.1
7
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
691
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
Not enough data
Monitoring & Listening
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
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
Not enough data
8.1
1860
Not enough data
8.2
718
Not enough data
7.8
646
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
SmarterQueue
SmarterQueue
Hootsuite and SmarterQueue are categorized as Social Media Management
Unique Categories
SmarterQueue
SmarterQueue 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%
SmarterQueue
SmarterQueue
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
94.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
5.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
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%
SmarterQueue
SmarterQueue
Marketing and Advertising
24.3%
Professional Training & Coaching
8.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
8.1%
Publishing
5.4%
E-Learning
5.4%
Other
48.6%
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SmarterQueue
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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
SmarterQueue
SmarterQueue Discussions
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SmarterQueue has no discussions with answers