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Compare Hootsuite and StoryChief 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (87.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$99.00 1 user Per Month
Starting at $40.00
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 plansStoryChief
Star Rating
(32)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $40.00
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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 StoryChief. Users appreciate the platform's ability to schedule posts across multiple social media channels seamlessly, making it a favorite for those managing multiple accounts.
- Users say that StoryChief stands out for its focus on content management and SEO optimization. Reviewers highlight that it is the best tool they've found for blogging and social media, emphasizing how it ensures content is optimized for Google, which is a crucial feature for marketers.
- According to verified reviews, Hootsuite's implementation process is praised for being intuitive, allowing new users to quickly learn the system and take over social media management without a steep learning curve. This ease of use is a significant advantage for teams needing to onboard quickly.
- Reviewers mention that StoryChief's customer support is exceptional, with many users noting that the service is second to none. This level of support can be a deciding factor for businesses that prioritize assistance and guidance during their content creation process.
- Users report that while Hootsuite has a robust set of features for social publishing, including a link shortener and image library, some users feel it may not fully meet their specific workflow needs, indicating potential configuration challenges for more complex requirements.
- G2 reviewers highlight that StoryChief's user interface is designed for ease of use, with many praising its content management capabilities that make writing and organizing content a breeze. This user-friendly approach can be particularly beneficial for teams focused on content creation and collaboration.
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
StoryChief
Individuals
Starting at $40.00
For small businesses or individuals who want to increase their traffic and brand awareness
- single user plan
Free Trial
Hootsuite
Free Trial is available
StoryChief
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
6,010
8.9
20
Ease of Use
8.6
6,087
9.2
21
Ease of Setup
8.7
3,877
9.4
8
Ease of Admin
8.6
2,544
10.0
7
Quality of Support
8.2
4,501
9.6
20
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
2,316
9.8
7
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
5,927
10.0
20
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 Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Optimization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Logistics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content & Collaboration
9.0
2744
Not enough data
8.0
2571
Not enough data
8.0
2511
Feature Not Available
7.8
2394
Not enough data
8.2
2526
Not enough data
8.1
2516
Not enough data
Social Management
8.1
4462
Not enough data
8.9
4945
9.7
5
8.2
4469
9.3
5
8.4
4781
9.0
5
7.1
3467
Feature Not Available
8.0
2527
Not enough data
7.9
2144
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
6.8
279
Not enough data
7.0
277
Not enough data
7.1
276
Not enough data
7.1
276
Not enough data
7.1
272
Not enough data
7.0
272
Not enough data
7.1
268
Not enough data
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
Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Publishing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Social Media
Not enough data
Not enough data
Planning
Not enough data
8.3
6
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Content Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Content Distribution
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Planning
Not enough data
8.3
6
Tools
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Metrics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Content Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Hootsuite and StoryChief 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
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Hootsuite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
StoryChief
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
29.0%
Computer Software
9.7%
Writing and Editing
6.5%
Insurance
6.5%
Information Technology and Services
6.5%
Other
41.9%
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 can I use Hootsuite in Instagram?
3 Comments
MY
You are able to publish to you Instagram account(s) using Hootsuite. This includes scheduling to post at a later time. However, you can only publish one...Read more
StoryChief has no discussions with answers
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