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At a Glance
Newswire
Newswire
Star Rating
(694)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (68.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,074 for 6 Press Releases
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PR Underground
PR Underground
Star Rating
(107)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$74.99
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that PR Underground excels in "Press Release Creation" with a score of 9.1, highlighting its user-friendly interface that simplifies the writing process, while Newswire follows closely with a score of 9.0, but some reviewers mention it can be slightly less intuitive.
  • Reviewers mention that PR Underground's "Media Database" received a score of 8.3, which is appreciated for its comprehensive contact lists, whereas Newswire's database management features scored lower, with users reporting a score of 8.5 but noting that it lacks some advanced filtering options.
  • G2 users indicate that PR Underground's "Distribution" feature is robust, scoring 8.9, and they appreciate its effectiveness in reaching various media channels. In contrast, Newswire's distribution scored 8.6, with some users mentioning that it could benefit from more targeted outreach capabilities.
  • Users on G2 highlight that PR Underground's "Keyword Targeting" feature stands out with a score of 9.2, allowing for precise audience engagement, while Newswire's similar feature scored lower at 8.5, with reviewers noting it lacks some customization options.
  • Reviewers say that PR Underground's "Custom Reports" feature is highly rated at 9.3, providing detailed insights that users find invaluable for tracking campaign performance. Newswire's reporting capabilities, while solid at 8.4, are seen as less flexible, with users mentioning a need for more customizable options.
  • Users report that PR Underground's "Quality of Support" is rated at 9.1, with many praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. In comparison, Newswire's support scored 8.9, with some users mentioning longer wait times for assistance.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Newswire
Newswire Value Packs
$1,074 for
6 Press Releases
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PR Underground
Basic
$74.99
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Free Trial
Newswire
No trial information available
PR Underground
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
567
8.9
102
Ease of Use
9.1
574
8.9
102
Ease of Setup
9.1
277
8.9
49
Ease of Admin
9.2
237
9.1
49
Quality of Support
8.9
522
9.1
89
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
241
9.1
49
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
536
8.1
100
Features by Category
Press Release DistributionHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
8.3
1,845
8.5
196
Content Creation
9.0
250
9.1
26
8.1
226
8.2
22
8.3
209
9.0
26
7.9
213
8.7
26
Content Distribution
8.6
287
8.9
30
7.9
202
8.2
19
7.9
198
8.3
20
8.4
260
7.5
27
8.8
200
Not enough data
Media Channels
8.0
17
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
9.2
24
Not enough data
Geographic Coverage
8.4
22
Not enough data
8.6
23
Not enough data
8.1
16
Not enough data
Reporting
9.2
20
Not enough data
9.1
16
Not enough data
9.3
20
Not enough data
9.3
24
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Media and Influencer TargetingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
8.3
661
Not enough data
Database
8.3
64
Not enough data
8.5
65
Not enough data
8.5
72
Not enough data
Outreach
8.5
77
Not enough data
8.0
54
Not enough data
8.0
48
Not enough data
Reporting
8.5
71
Not enough data
8.1
55
Not enough data
8.2
58
Not enough data
User Rights/Roles
8.3
48
Not enough data
8.4
49
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Newswire
Newswire
PR Underground
PR Underground
Newswire and PR Underground are categorized as Press Release Distribution
Unique Categories
PR Underground
PR Underground has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Newswire
Newswire
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
68.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
27.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.2%
PR Underground
PR Underground
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
69.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Newswire
Newswire
Marketing and Advertising
11.0%
Computer Software
10.6%
Information Technology and Services
7.3%
Public Relations and Communications
4.9%
Financial Services
4.9%
Other
61.3%
PR Underground
PR Underground
Marketing and Advertising
17.0%
Computer Software
15.1%
Public Relations and Communications
6.6%
Entertainment
5.7%
Information Technology and Services
3.8%
Other
51.9%
Most Helpful Reviews
Newswire
Newswire
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Ken W.
KW
Ken W.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

I was personally assisted in the process by Stephen Howley, who did a fabulous job walking me thru the options and making the process not only easy but pleasurable.

Most Helpful Critical Review
CM
Catherine M.
Verified User in Computer Software

I had a deeply frustrating experience with this company, and I feel compelled to share my concerns. Recently, I was hit with an unauthorized charge for thousands of dollars for a renewal I did not intend to make. In fact, upon purchasing the press release...

PR Underground
PR Underground
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Lyndsie E.
LE
Lyndsie E.
Verified User in Computer Hardware

It's very easy to post a new press release. There are a few guided steps, and then BAM, it's published. Okay, maybe not instantly, but I see it posted online typically within hours. I also like how it's not only posted and can be found under News in a...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
GI
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

User experience wasn't great - and I'm not sure if I was using the product to its full potential - but I found that even though the news appeared on the first page of google, it didn't impact my business or get us any additional press (articles etc). We are...

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Discussions
Newswire
Newswire 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
PR Underground
PR Underground Discussions
Where will my press release go?
1 comment
Brian S.
BS
Your press release will go to Google News, DigitalJournal.com, social media and 100+ online news sites. With our PRuMax it goes to Yahoo Finance and an...Read more
Do I need to sign a long term contract to use PRunderground.com?
1 comment
Official Response from PR Underground
Generally after you submit your press release to PRunderground, it will take less than 24 hours for us to approve, publish and distribute, and often only 2-6...Read more
Why is PRUnderground less expensive than other press release services?
1 comment
Brian S.
BS
We focus on getting your release into Google News, DigitalJournal.com, out to 100 syndicated news sites, and to social media, and we charge a fair and...Read more