Compare Meltwater and Muck Rack for Journalists 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (61.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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Meltwater
Star Rating
(2,515)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MeltwaterMuck Rack for Journalists
Star Rating
(13)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Muck Rack for JournalistsSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Meltwater excels in providing a comprehensive media intelligence system, featuring robust social media listening and extensive global coverage. Users appreciate how this broad perspective helps them maintain a clear brand image through customizable dashboards and automated analytics.
- Users say that Muck Rack for Journalists stands out for its user-friendly interface and up-to-date database of reporters across various industries. This makes it easier for journalists to connect with the right audience, enhancing their chances of getting stories published.
- Reviewers mention that Meltwater's implementation process is intuitive, with many users highlighting the responsive customer service that assists them in setting up the platform effectively. This support is crucial for users who may not be tech-savvy.
- According to verified reviews, Muck Rack for Journalists is praised for its archival capabilities, making it a valuable resource for journalists looking to showcase their previous work or seek collaborators. This feature is particularly beneficial for those transitioning in and out of the journalism field.
- G2 reviewers indicate that while Meltwater has a higher overall satisfaction score, Muck Rack for Journalists boasts a slightly better rating in terms of ease of use. Users find Muck Rack's platform to be friendly and straightforward, which can be a significant advantage for those new to media tools.
- Users highlight that Meltwater's extensive review count reflects a more established presence in the market, which can provide potential buyers with greater confidence in its reliability and performance compared to Muck Rack for Journalists, which has significantly fewer reviews.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Meltwater
No pricing availableMuck Rack for Journalists
No pricing availableFree Trial
Meltwater
No trial information availableMuck Rack for Journalists
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
7.9
2,150
8.9
9
Ease of Use
7.8
2,184
9.5
10
Ease of Setup
7.8
1,161
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.1
932
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.6
2,075
9.0
7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
938
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
2,132
8.8
10
Features by Category
Social Analytics
7.8(won by default)
525
Not enough data
7.7(won by default)
513
Not enough data
8.0(won by default)
518
Not enough data
6.8(won by default)
376
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.5(won by default)
394
Not enough data
7.1(won by default)
425
Not enough data
Reports & Dashboards
7.7(won by default)
544
Not enough data
8.0(won by default)
565
Not enough data
7.9(won by default)
481
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Content & Collaboration
8.1
238
Not enough data
7.4
211
Not enough data
7.3
202
Not enough data
7.5
203
Not enough data
8.0
228
Not enough data
7.6
212
Not enough data
Social Management
8.3
280
Not enough data
7.8
267
Not enough data
7.4
237
Not enough data
7.9
275
Not enough data
6.5
208
Not enough data
7.1
208
Not enough data
7.3
100
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
5.8
24
Not enough data
6.0
24
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.2
23
Not enough data
Media Channels
7.3
638
Not enough data
7.2
660
Not enough data
8.5
734
Not enough data
Geographic Coverage
7.8
706
Not enough data
8.3
715
Not enough data
7.6
637
Not enough data
Reporting
8.2
711
Not enough data
8.1
698
Not enough data
7.9
693
Not enough data
7.9
717
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Media Monitoring
6.3
83
Not enough data
6.3
81
Not enough data
6.2
80
Not enough data
6.3
81
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.5
288
Not enough data
6.6
283
Not enough data
Audiences
8.0
46
Not enough data
7.3
44
Not enough data
7.0
42
Not enough data
7.4
42
Not enough data
Data Analysis
7.5
42
Not enough data
8.1
45
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
7.9
43
Not enough data
Administration
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
43
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Audience Intelligence Platforms
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Monitoring & Listening
8.1
804
Not enough data
7.3
704
Not enough data
8.2
520
Not enough data
8.3
524
Not enough data
7.8
489
Not enough data
7.8
478
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
6.5
84
Not enough data
6.5
85
Not enough data
6.2
82
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Data Management & Analysis
6.9
779
Not enough data
7.9
790
Not enough data
8.0
483
Not enough data
7.8
465
Not enough data
Influencer Marketing
7.8
203
Not enough data
7.8
205
Not enough data
8.0
209
Not enough data
7.7
199
Not enough data
7.4
196
Not enough data
6.9
162
Not enough data
7.4
170
Not enough data
8.0
199
Not enough data
7.9
200
Not enough data
7.7
185
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.7
148
Not enough data
6.7
134
Not enough data
6.3
115
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Influencer Marketing Platforms
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
5.5
7
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.0
7
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.6
155
Not enough data
6.7
152
Not enough data
AI Visibility & Tracking
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sentiment & Brand Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Competitive Benchmarking
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Content Optimization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting & Alerts
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Database
7.9
484
Not enough data
7.9
414
Not enough data
8.0
389
Not enough data
Outreach
8.1
429
Not enough data
7.5
146
Not enough data
7.7
349
Not enough data
Reporting
8.5
478
Not enough data
8.3
361
Not enough data
8.1
409
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Media and Influencer Targeting
5.8
20
Not enough data
6.0
19
Not enough data
6.0
19
Not enough data
6.0
19
Not enough data
6.0
19
Not enough data
User Rights/Roles
7.7
305
Not enough data
8.0
326
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Meltwater and Muck Rack for Journalists are categorized as Media Monitoring
Unique Categories
Muck Rack for Journalists has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Meltwater
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Muck Rack for Journalists
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
15.6%
Public Relations and Communications
14.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.7%
Higher Education
5.5%
Information Technology and Services
3.1%
Other
54.4%
Media Production
30.8%
Public Relations and Communications
23.1%
Writing and Editing
15.4%
Publishing
7.7%
Online Media
7.7%
Other
15.4%
Discussions
How do I make Meltwater work for our organization?
3 Comments
AS
I find it helpful to make customized reporter/influencer lists (based on geography, issue, etc). Makes it easy to do rapid-response outreach.Read more
How much does meltwater cost?
2 Comments
CS
Depends on the exact tools within the platform you want to use and size of organization. We are a very small marketing team of a public library, so our cost...Read more
How soon will sysomos and meltwater fully be integrated?
2 Comments
FA
Hi Janay. Sorry I don't know the answer to that question. Hopefully a Meltwater rep or someone else can answer it. I suggest simply contacting Meltwater...Read more
Muck Rack for Journalists has no discussions with answers
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