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At a Glance
Lately
Lately
Star Rating
(15)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Zoho Social
Zoho Social
Star Rating
(2,842)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Zoho Social excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Lately. Users appreciate its intuitive interface, stating that it is "very simple and straightforward," making it easy for teams to manage multiple social media accounts efficiently.
  • Users say that Zoho Social's scheduling capabilities are a standout feature, allowing for simultaneous posting across various platforms. One user highlighted how the platform is "easy for my VA to use when it comes to scheduling and keeping track of my social media accounts," showcasing its effectiveness for collaborative efforts.
  • Reviewers mention that while Lately is user-friendly and simplifies the scheduling of social posts, it has a much lower G2 Score, indicating potential challenges in user satisfaction. However, users do appreciate its ability to generate posts quickly from existing content, which can save significant time in content management.
  • According to verified reviews, Zoho Social shines in its ease of use, with users rating it highly for its straightforward setup and administration. This is contrasted by Lately, which, while also rated positively, does not match the same level of user satisfaction in these areas.
  • Users highlight that Lately offers valuable analytics and insights on optimal posting times, which can enhance social media strategies. However, the limited number of recent reviews suggests that its user base may not be as active or satisfied as that of Zoho Social, which has received a steady stream of feedback.
  • Reviewers note that Zoho Social's comprehensive features make it a robust choice for small businesses, with many users describing it as "very complete software" for managing online business needs. In contrast, Lately's smaller review count raises questions about its long-term reliability and user engagement.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Lately
No pricing available
Zoho Social
FREE
$0.00
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Free Trial
Lately
No trial information available
Zoho Social
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
11
8.9
2,347
Ease of Use
8.8
12
9.2
2,361
Ease of Setup
9.7
6
9.2
1,616
Ease of Admin
9.7
6
9.2
1,495
Quality of Support
9.4
11
8.7
1,906
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
6
9.0
1,382
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
11
9.3
2,278
Features by Category
Social Media AnalyticsHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
Not enough data
8.3
1,171
Social Analytics
Not enough data
8.1
697
Not enough data
8.5
894
Not enough data
8.8
936
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
765
Not enough data
8.3
189
Not enough data
8.0
180
Reports & Dashboards
Not enough data
8.5
819
Not enough data
8.7
805
Not enough data
8.8
847
Not enough data
7.9
179
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
Not enough data
8.1
17
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
8.1
16
Social Media ManagementHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
Not enough data
8.4
568
Content & Collaboration
Not enough data
9.1
512
Not enough data
8.6
473
Feature Not Available
8.8
456
Not enough data
8.6
419
Not enough data
8.9
441
Not enough data
8.5
378
Social Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
376
Not enough data
8.6
230
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
Not enough data
7.6
58
Not enough data
7.8
56
Not enough data
8.2
56
Not enough data
8.0
54
Not enough data
8.1
53
Not enough data
7.8
55
Not enough data
8.1
52
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Lately
Lately
Zoho Social
Zoho Social
Lately and Zoho Social are categorized as Social Media Management
Unique Categories
Lately
Lately has no unique categories
Zoho Social
Zoho Social is categorized as Social Media Analytics and Social Media Suites
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Lately
Lately
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
80.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
13.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
6.7%
Zoho Social
Zoho Social
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
87.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
9.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
2.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Lately
Lately
Marketing and Advertising
20.0%
Management Consulting
20.0%
Retail
6.7%
Professional Training & Coaching
6.7%
Online Media
6.7%
Other
40.0%
Zoho Social
Zoho Social
Marketing and Advertising
14.1%
Information Technology and Services
6.9%
Real Estate
3.5%
Education Management
3.2%
Retail
3.1%
Other
69.1%
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Zoho Social
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Discussions
Lately
Lately Discussions
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Lately has no discussions with answers
Zoho Social
Zoho Social Discussions
How do I make the most of Reporting and sharing Analytics with clients?
2 Comments
Brittney N.
BN
The Zoho reports are easy to understand + look great. You can download them as PDF. As long as you're performing, your clients will have a clear picture of...Read more
How do I use the repeat post option?
2 Comments
Prince E.
PE
Hi Salman, you can enable and use the Repeat Scheduler when scheduling your posts from 'New Post' publishing window in Zoho Social. This feature will allow...Read more
Better Reporting Please
2 Comments
Prince E.
PE
Hi Andy, the Reports in Zoho Social can only be generated for up to 95 days in the past. We already have plans to increase the date-range to generate...Read more