Choose Hootsuite when you need a major social suite (publish + engage + monitor) rather than a lightweight scheduler.
Starting price
$99.00/user/month
Free plan
No
Free trial
14 days
Best for
Mid-market/enterprise teams needing a full social suite
SoftwareGlimpse review
6.3/10
Average
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$199.00
per month
From $199/user/mo — unlimited accounts, automation, custom reports.
Custom
Contact sales
Advanced listening, SSO, compliance — custom quote / demo.
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Choose Hootsuite when you need a major social suite (publish + engage + monitor) rather than a lightweight scheduler. Compare Buffer for mainstream scheduler value, Sprout Social for premium social care analytics, Agorapulse for inbox-mid-market, and Brand24 for listening-first. Scores reflect first-party documentation as of 2026-08-17 — not hands-on product testing. Confirm current packaging on the vendor site before purchase.
Bottom line
No free plan. Standard from $99/user/mo, Professional from $199, Advanced from $399 (FAQ floors); Enterprise custom. 14-day trial. Confirm live.
| Hootsuite(this review) | Buffer | Sprout Social | Agorapulse | Later | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $99.00/user/month | $6.00/user/month | $79.00/user/month | $79.00/user/month | $19.00/user/month |
| Free plan | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Social media marketing
Run social campaigns, scheduling, and engagement as a marketing motion.
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Plan and distribute content for acquisition, education, and brand demand.
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Track brand mentions, reputation signals, and share of voice.
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