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Compare Meltwater and PRWeb 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (63.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$369 per news release
Meltwater
Star Rating
(2,489)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MeltwaterPRWeb
Star Rating
(142)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$369 per news release
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Meltwater excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to PRWeb. Users appreciate its comprehensive media intelligence capabilities, which include robust social media listening and global news monitoring, providing a broad picture of brand presence.
- Users say that PRWeb is particularly effective for small businesses, with many highlighting its efficiency in posting news releases that reach key media outlets. Reviewers mention that it is easy to set up and use, making it a go-to choice for those looking to enhance their brand visibility quickly.
- According to verified reviews, Meltwater's customizable dashboard and automated analytics are standout features, allowing users to generate daily reports effortlessly. This level of customization and reporting is often praised as a significant advantage for businesses needing detailed insights into their media coverage.
- Reviewers mention that while PRWeb is user-friendly, it may not fully meet the diverse needs of larger organizations. Some users express a desire for more advanced features that can cater to complex media strategies, which Meltwater seems to address with its comprehensive monitoring guides.
- G2 reviewers highlight the quality of customer support for both platforms, but Meltwater receives slightly higher marks in this area. Users appreciate Meltwater's responsive customer service, which is crucial for businesses that rely on timely assistance for their media monitoring needs.
- Users say that while PRWeb is a solid choice for straightforward press release distribution, Meltwater's extensive global coverage and advanced analytics tools make it a better fit for companies looking for in-depth media insights and a more strategic approach to public relations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Meltwater
No pricing availablePRWeb
Premium
$369
per news release
Your news goes to premier news outlets like the New York Times, USA Today and more, through the Associated Press.
Include video, attachments, images and links to engage your customers and encourage people to share your story.
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Meltwater
No trial information availablePRWeb
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
7.9
2,133
8.0
129
Ease of Use
7.9
2,167
8.1
131
Ease of Setup
7.8
1,147
7.9
39
Ease of Admin
8.1
929
7.8
37
Quality of Support
8.5
2,058
8.0
119
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
935
7.7
36
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
2,116
5.6
127
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)
564
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 Creation
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
7.9
13
Not enough data
7.6
12
Not enough data
7.9
14
Agentic AI - Press Release Distribution
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Distribution
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
8.6
14
Not enough data
7.7
14
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
633
Not enough data
7.2
655
Not enough data
8.5
728
Not enough data
Geographic Coverage
7.7
701
Not enough data
8.2
709
Not enough data
7.6
635
Not enough data
Reporting
8.2
707
Not enough data
8.1
695
Not enough data
7.9
687
Not enough data
7.9
712
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
8.0
801
Not enough data
7.3
703
Not enough data
8.2
515
Not enough data
8.3
522
Not enough data
7.8
486
Not enough data
7.8
477
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
6.5
83
Not enough data
6.4
84
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
787
Not enough data
8.0
481
Not enough data
7.8
464
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
479
Not enough data
7.9
412
Not enough data
8.0
388
Not enough data
Outreach
8.1
425
Not enough data
7.5
146
Not enough data
7.7
349
Not enough data
Reporting
8.5
473
Not enough data
8.3
360
Not enough data
8.1
407
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 PRWeb are categorized as PR Analytics
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Meltwater
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
PRWeb
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
15.7%
Public Relations and Communications
14.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.6%
Higher Education
5.5%
Information Technology and Services
3.1%
Other
54.5%
Public Relations and Communications
24.6%
Marketing and Advertising
12.3%
Computer Software
5.8%
Hospital & Health Care
5.1%
Information Technology and Services
4.3%
Other
47.8%
Alternatives
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 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
How much does meltwater cost?
2 Comments
GS
Basic modules, with 4 users and a maximum of 20 searches (imagine it as no more than 20 quieres saved at the same time), 12K a year. Twitter data, unlimited....Read more
Is PRWeb free?
1 Comment
SK
No it is not free.
There are paid plans available as per your need.Read more
PRWeb has no more discussions with answers
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