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Compare Hootsuite and SocialBee 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (95.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$99.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial Per Month
Hootsuite
Star Rating
(6,661)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$99.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSocialBee
Star Rating
(475)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (95.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Hootsuite excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to SocialBee. Users appreciate its intuitive interface, which makes scheduling posts across multiple platforms straightforward, especially for those new to social media management.
- Users say that SocialBee shines in its organizational capabilities, allowing users to categorize and manage multiple social profiles effectively. This feature is particularly beneficial for those handling numerous accounts, as it helps maintain clarity and oversight.
- Reviewers mention that Hootsuite's robust scheduling tools, including a link shortener and an image library, are incredibly useful for saving time and optimizing posting times across various clients. This functionality is a standout for users looking to streamline their social media efforts.
- According to verified reviews, SocialBee offers a free trial, making it an attractive option for small businesses or individuals looking to explore social media management without upfront costs. This accessibility can be a deciding factor for budget-conscious users.
- Users highlight that Hootsuite's quality of support is a key strength, although it scores lower than SocialBee in this area. Many users have noted the helpfulness of the support team, which can be crucial for resolving issues quickly and efficiently.
- Reviewers note that while SocialBee has a higher star rating, its lower total number of reviews suggests that its user base may be smaller or less engaged compared to Hootsuite. This could impact the reliability of feedback and the breadth of features available to users.
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
SocialBee
Bootstrap - $29/Month
Free Trial
Per Month
Best For Authors, Coaches, Solopreneurs
- Workspaces: 1, Users Per Workspace: 1, Social Profiles: 5
- Content categories for a solid mix of content
- Recycle evergreen posts or expire time-sensitive content
Free Trial
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
SocialBee
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
6,011
9.2
366
Ease of Use
8.6
6,088
8.9
373
Ease of Setup
8.7
3,878
8.9
219
Ease of Admin
8.6
2,544
9.1
162
Quality of Support
8.2
4,502
9.5
337
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
2,316
9.5
157
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
5,928
9.5
343
Features by Category
Social Analytics
7.5(won by default)
2146
Not enough data
7.9(won by default)
2353
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
2479
Not enough data
7.4(won by default)
1813
Not enough data
7.4(won by default)
2037
Not enough data
7.6(won by default)
1487
Not enough data
7.5(won by default)
1448
Not enough data
Reports & Dashboards
8.1(won by default)
2387
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
2362
Not enough data
8.4(won by default)
2325
Not enough data
7.1(won by default)
1388
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
6.7(won by default)
147
Not enough data
6.7(won by default)
146
Not enough data
6.6(won by default)
145
Not enough data
6.6(won by default)
147
Not enough data
6.7(won by default)
147
Not enough data
Content & Collaboration
9.0
2744
9.1
278
8.0
2572
8.8
267
8.0
2512
7.9
208
7.8
2395
8.4
228
8.2
2527
8.5
233
8.1
2517
8.6
254
Social Management
8.1
4463
8.5
268
8.9
4946
9.3
306
8.2
4470
8.5
253
8.4
4782
8.6
262
7.1
3468
Feature Not Available
8.0
2527
8.6
241
7.9
2144
8.6
93
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
6.8
279
6.7
20
7.1
278
6.9
19
7.1
277
7.3
17
7.1
276
6.5
18
7.1
272
6.7
19
7.0
272
6.8
18
7.1
268
7.0
18
Platform Interoperability
7.7
563
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Advertising
7.4
59
Not enough data
7.2
58
Not enough data
7.4
59
Not enough data
7.4
60
Not enough data
7.6
59
Not enough data
7.7
60
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
615
Not enough data
7.8
609
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
598
Not enough data
8.3
615
Not enough data
8.5
612
Not enough data
8.6
608
Not enough data
8.3
601
Not enough data
8.2
598
Not enough data
8.3
600
Not enough data
8.0
588
Not enough data
8.1
592
Not enough data
Monitoring & Listening
8.1
1909
Not enough data
7.2
1508
Not enough data
8.2
700
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
717
Not enough data
7.8
646
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Hootsuite and SocialBee 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
SocialBee has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Hootsuite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SocialBee
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
15.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.5%
Higher Education
4.3%
Computer Software
3.9%
Information Technology and Services
3.6%
Other
64.2%
Marketing and Advertising
19.6%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
6.0%
Real Estate
4.7%
Professional Training & Coaching
4.7%
Computer Software
4.5%
Other
60.6%
Discussions
What is the most popular feature of Hootsuite?
4 Comments
HV
Scheduling in advance and recommend post timesRead more
What do you get with free Hootsuite?
4 Comments
MW
Nothing. Hootsuite discontinued their free tier Read more
How to connect Hootsuite to Facebook business page
3 Comments
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
What does SocialBee do?
3 Comments
Official Response from SocialBee
SocialBee is an all-in-one social media management tool that helps you create, schedule, publish, analyze, engage and collaborate for your social media...Read more
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