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Compare Sprout Social and YouScan 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (46.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $199.00 1 user/per month (billed annually)
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Sprout Social
Star Rating
(5,753)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $199.00 1 user/per month (billed annually)
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(267)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Sprout Social excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to YouScan. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and powerful analytics, with one reviewer highlighting how it simplifies social publishing across multiple channels simultaneously.
- Users say that YouScan stands out for its exceptional customer support, receiving high praise for its responsive and helpful team. Reviewers have noted that this level of support enhances their experience, making it easier to navigate the platform and resolve any issues quickly.
- According to verified reviews, both platforms offer similar ease of use, but Sprout Social's robust customization options and analytics features are frequently highlighted. Users mention that the queue management feature in Sprout Social makes it easy to organize and schedule posts effectively.
- Reviewers mention that YouScan provides unique data sources, such as TikTok content and Google Maps reviews, which are not available in many other tools. This feature is particularly appreciated by users looking for comprehensive social media coverage and geographic accuracy.
- G2 reviewers report that while Sprout Social has a higher total number of reviews, indicating a broader user base, YouScan's recent feedback reflects a strong commitment to user experience, with many users praising its smooth navigation and visual insights capabilities.
- Users say that Sprout Social's implementation process is quick and straightforward, with many highlighting the intuitive onboarding wizard that helps new users get started without hassle. In contrast, YouScan's setup is also noted for being user-friendly, but some users feel it could benefit from more streamlined onboarding resources.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Sprout Social
Standard
Starting at $199.00
1 user/per month (billed annually)
- 5 social profiles
- All-in-one social inbox
- Social content calendar
YouScan
UNLIMITED PLANS
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Best for Brands and Agencies
- As many topics as you need
- Unlimited sampled mentions
- Data collection based on text queries, image contents (like brand logos), and attributes of social audiences
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Sprout Social
Free Trial is available
YouScan
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
5,033
9.1
243
Ease of Use
8.8
5,086
8.8
247
Ease of Setup
8.7
3,470
8.8
180
Ease of Admin
8.8
2,167
9.1
109
Quality of Support
8.6
4,500
9.8
246
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
2,134
9.4
107
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
4,957
9.7
240
Features by Category
Social Analytics
7.7
2956
9.2(won by 1.5)
142
7.8
3141
8.7(won by 0.9)
133
8.7
3306
9.1(won by 0.4)
131
7.2
2595
8.0(won by 0.8)
113
7.0(won by default)
2602
Feature Not Available
7.2
2361
9.1(won by 1.9)
104
7.1
2299
9.2(won by 2.1)
115
Reports & Dashboards
8.1
3179
8.9(won by 0.8)
141
8.5
3244
9.4(won by 0.9)
144
8.5
3085
9.2(won by 0.7)
135
Feature Not Available
8.2(won by default)
97
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
6.2
893
8.5(won by 2.3)
18
6.2
886
8.2(won by 2.0)
19
6.2
878
8.4(won by 2.2)
18
6.2
884
8.2(won by 2.0)
17
6.2
885
8.3(won by 2.1)
17
Content & Collaboration
8.9
3125
Not enough data
7.9
2913
Not enough data
8.2
2967
Not enough data
8.0
2860
Not enough data
8.3
2975
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Social Management
8.6
4149
Not enough data
8.9
4140
Not enough data
8.0
3785
Not enough data
8.5
4089
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
2876
Not enough data
7.5
2474
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
6.2
1062
Not enough data
6.4
1052
Not enough data
6.5
1049
Not enough data
6.5
1044
Not enough data
6.4
1035
Not enough data
6.4
1036
Not enough data
6.4
1032
Not enough data
Media Channels
Not enough data
7.1
74
Not enough data
6.2
72
Not enough data
9.5
77
Geographic Coverage
Not enough data
9.1
77
Not enough data
9.2
77
Not enough data
9.1
76
Reporting
Not enough data
9.5
78
Not enough data
9.2
77
Not enough data
9.1
77
Not enough data
9.2
79
Agentic AI - Media Monitoring
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
7.6
15
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
7.8
15
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Audiences
Not enough data
9.1
29
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
8.2
28
Not enough data
8.8
27
Data Analysis
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
9.4
29
Not enough data
9.3
29
Administration
Not enough data
8.6
28
Not enough data
7.9
28
Not enough data
9.6
28
Agentic AI - Audience Intelligence Platforms
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Monitoring & Listening
8.5
1894
9.2
147
7.0
1431
8.9
149
8.0
1198
9.5
140
7.9
1183
9.4
140
7.7
1155
9.0
138
7.8
1182
9.1
134
Agentic AI - Social Media Listening Tools
6.4
387
8.0
22
6.4
385
7.8
22
6.4
388
8.0
22
6.4
386
7.9
21
6.4
386
7.8
21
Data Management & Analysis
7.5
1200
8.8
149
8.6
1953
9.0
148
8.0
1219
8.9
131
7.8
1124
9.1
129
Brand Signals
Not enough data
9.2
55
Not enough data
8.9
55
Not enough data
9.1
55
Brand Analytics
Not enough data
9.1
54
Not enough data
9.3
55
Generative AI
7.1
859
Not enough data
6.9
848
Not enough data
Process
8.4
1449
Not enough data
7.9
1236
Not enough data
7.7
1003
Not enough data
Channels
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
1498
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Insight
7.4
1124
Not enough data
8.4
1420
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Consumer Intelligence
Not enough data
9.2
69
Not enough data
9.3
69
Not enough data
8.8
70
Reporting
Not enough data
7.5
67
Not enough data
8.9
71
Not enough data
9.1
71
Media Monitoring
Not enough data
9.5
71
Not enough data
8.2
70
Not enough data
8.7
71
In-House Management
Not enough data
7.6
68
Not enough data
8.3
67
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Online Reputation Management
Not enough data
7.5
14
Not enough data
7.4
14
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
8.1
14
Not enough data
8.2
14
Not enough data
8.3
14
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Sprout Social and YouScan are categorized as Social Media Listening Tools and Social Media Analytics
Unique Categories
Sprout Social is categorized as Social Media Suites, Social Media Management, and Social Customer Service
YouScan is categorized as Brand Intelligence, Media Monitoring, Audience Intelligence Platforms, and Online Reputation Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Sprout Social
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
YouScan
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
20.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.1%
Higher Education
5.5%
Information Technology and Services
3.7%
Financial Services
3.2%
Other
60.8%
Marketing and Advertising
25.9%
Public Relations and Communications
6.8%
Market Research
6.5%
Information Technology and Services
4.6%
Computer Software
3.8%
Other
52.5%
Alternatives
Discussions
Is there a place of education for users?
6 Comments
EC
https://support.sproutsocial.com/hc/en-usRead more
Is Sprout Social legit?
4 Comments
JG
Definitely! Very useful and intuitive platform to manage and analyze social media.Read more
How can I access a more affordable reasonably priced membership with Sprout Social
3 Comments
RS
Feel free to chat us directly at Sprout and we can get you in touch with a team member who can walk through your specific use case for you and the best...Read more
What is YouScan used for?
1 Comment
AO
YouScan is mostly used for social media listening, brand monitoring on social media, consumer insights and influencer discovery.Read more
YouScan has no more discussions with answers
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