Compare Meltwater and SocialBee

At a Glance
Meltwater
Meltwater
Star Rating
(2,500)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Meltwater
SocialBee
SocialBee
Star Rating
(476)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (95.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that SocialBee excels in user experience, with many praising its organized interface that simplifies managing multiple social profiles. Users appreciate the ability to categorize content clearly, making it easier to maintain an overview of their social media activities.
  • According to verified reviews, Meltwater stands out for its robust media intelligence capabilities. Users highlight its comprehensive global coverage and effective social media listening features, which provide valuable insights into brand perception and media monitoring.
  • Users say that SocialBee offers a smoother onboarding experience, with intuitive setup processes that help new users get started quickly. This ease of use is reflected in higher ratings for setup and administration compared to Meltwater, which some users find requires more initial configuration.
  • Reviewers mention that Meltwater's customer support is responsive and helpful, particularly when users encounter challenges with the platform. This level of support is a significant advantage for those who may need assistance during their implementation phase.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that SocialBee's social publishing features are particularly strong, with users enjoying the ability to schedule and optimize campaigns effectively. This functionality is complemented by positive feedback on its content creation tools, which help streamline the content development process.
  • According to recent user feedback, while Meltwater provides valuable analytics and reporting features, some users feel that its overall usability could be improved. In contrast, SocialBee's user-friendly design and efficient workflow management contribute to a more satisfying day-to-day experience for social media managers.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Meltwater
No pricing available
SocialBee
Bootstrap - $29/Month
Free Trial
Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plans
Free Trial
Meltwater
No trial information available
SocialBee
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.9
2,140
9.2
367
Ease of Use
7.8
2,174
8.9
374
Ease of Setup
7.8
1,153
8.9
220
Ease of Admin
8.1
930
9.1
163
Quality of Support
8.6
2,065
9.5
338
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
936
9.5
158
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
2,123
9.5
344
Features by Category
Social Media AnalyticsHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
7.6
643
Not enough data
Social Analytics
7.8
525
Not enough data
7.7
513
Not enough data
8.0
518
Not enough data
6.8
376
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.5
394
Not enough data
7.1
425
Not enough data
Reports & Dashboards
7.7
544
Not enough data
8.0
565
Not enough data
7.9
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
Social Media ManagementHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
7.3
301
8.0
314
Content & Collaboration
8.1
238
9.1
279
7.4
211
8.8
268
7.3
202
7.9
208
7.5
203
8.4
229
8.0
228
8.5
234
7.6
212
8.6
255
Social Management
8.3
280
8.5
269
7.8
267
9.3
307
7.4
237
8.5
254
7.9
275
8.6
263
6.5
208
Feature Not Available
7.1
208
8.6
242
7.3
100
8.6
94
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
5.8
24
6.7
20
6.0
24
6.9
19
Feature Not Available
7.3
17
Feature Not Available
6.5
18
Feature Not Available
6.7
19
Feature Not Available
6.8
18
6.2
23
7.0
18
7.3
773
Not enough data
Media Channels
7.3
636
Not enough data
7.2
658
Not enough data
8.5
731
Not enough data
Geographic Coverage
7.8
704
Not enough data
8.2
712
Not enough data
7.6
636
Not enough data
Reporting
8.2
709
Not enough data
8.1
696
Not enough data
7.8
691
Not enough data
7.9
715
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
Audience Intelligence PlatformsHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
7.7
49
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
Social Media Listening ToolsHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
7.5
906
Not enough data
Monitoring & Listening
8.1
803
Not enough data
7.3
704
Not enough data
8.2
517
Not enough data
8.3
522
Not enough data
7.8
488
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 PlatformsHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
7.2
218
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
6.7
157
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.6
155
Not enough data
6.7
152
Not enough data
Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
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
Media and Influencer TargetingHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
7.3
517
Not enough data
Database
7.9
482
Not enough data
7.9
413
Not enough data
8.0
388
Not enough data
Outreach
8.1
427
Not enough data
7.5
146
Not enough data
7.7
349
Not enough data
Reporting
8.5
476
Not enough data
8.3
361
Not enough data
8.1
408
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
Meltwater
SocialBee
SocialBee
Meltwater and SocialBee are categorized as Social Media Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Meltwater
Meltwater
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
41.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
37.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
20.5%
SocialBee
SocialBee
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
95.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
4.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Meltwater
Meltwater
Marketing and Advertising
15.7%
Public Relations and Communications
14.7%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.6%
Higher Education
5.5%
Information Technology and Services
3.1%
Other
54.4%
SocialBee
SocialBee
Marketing and Advertising
19.7%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
5.9%
Real Estate
4.7%
Professional Training & Coaching
4.7%
Computer Software
4.5%
Other
60.5%
Alternatives
Meltwater
Meltwater Alternatives
Semrush
Semrush
Add Semrush
CisionOne
CisionOne
Add CisionOne
Muck Rack
Muck Rack
Add Muck Rack
Emplifi
Emplifi
Add Emplifi
SocialBee
SocialBee Alternatives
Hootsuite
Hootsuite
Add Hootsuite
Sprout Social
Sprout Social
Add Sprout Social
Loomly
Loomly
Add Loomly
Buffer
Buffer
Add Buffer
Discussions
Meltwater
Meltwater Discussions
How do I make Meltwater work for our organization?
3 Comments
Amy S.
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
Guido S.
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
SocialBee
SocialBee Discussions
What is SocialBee?
4 Comments
Bill W.
BW
Your window to the worldRead more
How do you use SocialBee?
3 Comments
Joe T.
JT
For Google Business Profile posts.Read more
What does SocialBee do?
3 Comments
Official Response from SocialBee
SocialBee is an all-in-one social media management tool that helps you create, schedule, publish, analyze, engage and collaborate for your social media...Read more