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Compare Newswire and Prowly 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (74.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,074 for 6 Press Releases
Starting at $258.00 2 Users Per Year
Newswire
Star Rating
(719)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,074 for 6 Press Releases
Browse all 5 pricing plansProwly
Star Rating
(114)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (74.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $258.00 2 Users Per Year
Browse all 5 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Prowly excels in providing an all-in-one solution for PR management, with users highlighting its powerful tools for drafting and delivering press releases. The intuitive interface allows for easy organization of contacts and tracking outreach, making it a favorite among small businesses.
- Users say that Newswire offers a streamlined experience for media distribution, simplifying the PR workflow significantly. Reviewers appreciate its "plug and play" format, which makes it easy to navigate and implement without needing a large PR team.
- According to verified reviews, Prowly's ease of use is a standout feature, with many users praising its visually clean interface that simplifies PR management tasks. This has led to high satisfaction among users who value efficiency in their daily operations.
- Reviewers mention that while Newswire provides robust analytics and a wide reach for media distribution, some users feel it may not be as comprehensive in PR management as Prowly. This can lead to a more fragmented experience for those looking for an all-in-one tool.
- Users highlight that Prowly's focus on small businesses is evident in its pricing structure, which starts at a lower entry point compared to Newswire. This makes it an attractive option for smaller teams looking to manage their PR efforts without breaking the bank.
- G2 reviewers note that while both platforms have strong support features, Newswire edges out slightly in quality of support, with users appreciating its responsive customer service and assistance in navigating the platform's features.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Newswire
Newswire Value Packs
$1,074 for
6 Press Releases
Newswire Digital includes
distribution to 250+news and media
sites. Additional fees will apply for
releases over 500 words.
- Google News
- Newswire Digital Network
- (1) Industry List
Prowly
Basic Annual
Starting at $258.00
2 Users Per Year
For individuals looking to strengthen PR efforts by finding contacts, sending pitches, and monitoring the media.
Price per month, billed annually
- 500 Media database contacts
- Add own contacts to CRM
- Send, schedule and analyze 1,000 per month
Free Trial
Newswire
No trial information availableProwly
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
591
8.6
97
Ease of Use
9.1
598
8.8
97
Ease of Setup
9.1
302
8.2
63
Ease of Admin
9.1
240
8.4
54
Quality of Support
8.9
544
8.5
93
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
244
8.3
54
Product Direction (% positive)
7.6
560
7.9
89
Features by Category
Content Creation
8.9
270
8.1
16
8.1
246
7.7
15
8.2
229
7.5
14
7.9
233
6.3
13
Agentic AI - Press Release Distribution
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
Content Distribution
8.5
308
8.0
15
7.8
223
7.8
15
7.8
219
7.1
11
8.4
281
7.9
15
Contact Management
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
7.9
14
Not enough data
8.1
14
PR Management
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
8.0
14
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
9.1
13
Agentic AI - Regulatory Change Management
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
Workflow Automation
Not enough data
7.2
9
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
7.8
13
Media Channels
8.0
17
9.3
5
8.4
18
9.0
5
9.2
24
9.3
5
Geographic Coverage
8.4
22
9.0
5
8.6
23
9.7
5
8.1
16
9.0
5
Reporting
9.2
20
9.0
5
9.1
16
9.0
5
9.3
20
9.3
5
9.3
24
9.3
5
Agentic AI - Media Monitoring
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
Generative AI
8.5
8
9.0
5
8.5
8
9.3
5
Monitoring & Listening
Not enough data
9.2(won by default)
6
Not enough data
7.8(won by default)
6
Not enough data
10.0(won by default)
5
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
6
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
6
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
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
Data Management & Analysis
Not enough data
7.8(won by default)
6
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
6
Not enough data
6.9(won by default)
6
Not enough data
7.5(won by default)
6
Management
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
Distribution & Reporting
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
Generative AI
8.4
18
8.8
7
8.6
18
8.1
7
Database
8.3
66
8.8
55
8.5
67
8.3
55
8.5
74
8.4
51
Outreach
8.6
79
8.8
54
8.0
56
8.3
11
8.1
50
8.6
46
Reporting
8.6
73
9.0
7
8.1
57
8.4
48
8.2
60
8.2
50
Agentic AI - Media and Influencer Targeting
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
User Rights/Roles
8.3
50
8.3
41
8.4
51
8.3
49
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Newswire and Prowly are categorized as Media and Influencer Targeting, PR Analytics, Press Release Distribution, and Media Monitoring
Unique Categories
Newswire has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Newswire
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Prowly
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
10.9%
Computer Software
10.6%
Information Technology and Services
7.5%
Public Relations and Communications
5.0%
Financial Services
4.9%
Other
61.1%
Public Relations and Communications
16.4%
Media Production
6.4%
Internet
6.4%
Information Technology and Services
6.4%
Computer Software
6.4%
Other
58.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
Do you accept Paypal payments?
2 Comments
Official Response from Newswire
Using Paypal? We offer a wide range of payment options, including Paypal.
Yes, we accept Paypal payments. In order to pay with Paypal, please select this...Read more
Do you offer same day publishing?
1 Comment
Official Response from Newswire
Yes, we provide same day publishing if your release is submitted during our regular business hours of Monday through Friday between 8AM and 7PM (EST). If you...Read more
What is Your Editorial Review Process?
1 Comment
Official Response from Newswire
The Newswire.com editorial review process follows a Three-Tier review process.
Tier 1 - All press release submissions are reviewed by an editor who...Read more
Prowly has no discussions with answers
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