Compare Hootsuite and Social Blade 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$199.00 1 user Per Month
No pricing available
Hootsuite
Star Rating
(7,012)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$199.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSocial Blade
Star Rating
(15)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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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. 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 Social Blade is particularly effective for tracking social media growth, with features that allow you to "watch your subscribers in real-time" and "track any social media personality growth." This makes it a valuable tool for those focused on competitive analysis and influencer tracking.
- Reviewers mention that Hootsuite's customer support is a standout feature, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of their representatives. One user noted, "The customer support is also great," which can be crucial for businesses needing timely assistance.
- According to verified reviews, Social Blade is recognized for its user-friendly interface, allowing users to quickly gauge the value of social media accounts. A user remarked, "I like how user-friendly it is and how quickly you can get an idea of the value any social media account brings to the table," which is beneficial for those new to social media analytics.
- G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite offers robust reporting capabilities, with users appreciating the ability to customize performance reports. One user stated, "I appreciate the ability to customize different performance reports," highlighting its utility for businesses that need tailored insights.
- Users say that while Hootsuite has a higher overall satisfaction score, Social Blade shines in specific metrics like ease of use and scalability, with users noting, "Using the tool to check followers, engagement rate and growth of influencer accounts," indicating its effectiveness for straightforward analytics tasks.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Hootsuite
Standard
$199.00
1 user Per Month
- Up to 10 social accounts
- Unlimited post scheduling
- Best time to post recommendations
Social Blade
No pricing availableFree Trial
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
Social Blade
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.4
6,191
8.9
12
Ease of Use
8.6
6,270
9.2
12
Ease of Setup
8.7
4,054
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.6
2,554
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.2
4,648
8.5
9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
2,326
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
6,079
10.0
12
Features by Category
Social Analytics
7.5
2157
8.5(won by 1.0)
10
7.9
2353
8.6(won by 0.7)
11
8.6(won by 0.1)
2514
8.5
11
7.4
1813
8.6(won by 1.2)
7
7.4
2042
8.1(won by 0.7)
8
7.6(won by default)
1491
Not enough data
7.4(won by default)
1449
Not enough data
Reports & Dashboards
8.1(tied score)
2403
8.1(tied score)
9
8.3(tied score)
2366
8.3(tied score)
9
8.4
2386
8.7(won by 0.3)
9
7.1(won by default)
1391
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
6.7(won by default)
147
Not enough data
6.7(won by default)
154
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
2791
Not enough data
8.0
2570
Not enough data
8.0
2526
Not enough data
7.8
2404
Not enough data
8.2
2529
Not enough data
8.1
2540
Not enough data
Social Management
8.1
4566
Not enough data
8.9
5104
Not enough data
8.2
4499
Not enough data
8.4
4850
Not enough data
7.1
3470
Not enough data
8.0
2531
Not enough data
7.9
2154
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
6.7
279
Not enough data
7.0
278
Not enough data
7.1
296
Not enough data
7.1
278
Not enough data
7.0
272
Not enough data
7.0
273
Not enough data
7.1
269
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
666
Not enough data
Campaign Management
8.4
671
Not enough data
8.1
664
Not enough data
8.1
655
Not enough data
7.9
665
Not enough data
8.1
661
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
610
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
1912
Not enough data
7.2
1507
Not enough data
8.1
709
Not enough data
8.0
680
Not enough data
7.9
672
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
1862
Not enough data
8.2
726
Not enough data
7.8
646
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Hootsuite and Social Blade are categorized as Social Media Analytics
Unique Categories
Hootsuite is categorized as Social Media Suites, Social Media Management, Social Media Listening Tools, and Social Media Advertising
Social Blade has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Hootsuite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Social Blade
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
3.8%
Information Technology and Services
3.6%
Other
64.2%
Marketing and Advertising
26.7%
Higher Education
13.3%
Entertainment
13.3%
Real Estate
6.7%
Music
6.7%
Other
33.3%
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
Social Blade has no discussions with answers
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