SproutSocial

Social media management, with publishing, a shared inbox and reports.

Free trialPopularity: Popular

checked 21 oct 2026site answerslisted since nov 2021

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  • The features heavily favor large scale enterprises leaving out smaller businesses.

6 SproutSocial alternatives.

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  6. AwarioTracks brand mentions on social media, news, blogs and forums.Paid

#7 of 38 in Social Media Tools. Its place by Google reach.

  1. 1BufferPlans and schedules social media posts, with analytics.Free trial
  2. 2MetricoolMetricool, a tool to manage and optimize online presence.Free trial
  3. 3HootsuitePaid
  4. 7SproutSocialthis toolSocial media management, with publishing, a shared inbox and reports.Free trial

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first in social media tools: Buffer.

Plans and schedules social media posts, with analytics.