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Dash Social vs. Hootsuite
Dash Social helps your team move faster — from planning and launching to measuring results. Say goodbye to scattered tools and time-consuming processes. With streamlined workflows, real-time insights and expert support at every step, Dash gives social media managers the clarity, speed and confidence to do their best work.
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Dash Social Is Trusted By Brands of All Sizes
Dash Social vs. Later At A Glance
A social media management platform purpose-built for marketers — combining intuitive workflows, brand-specific AI and human support when and how you need it. Dash delivers sophisticated insights and all-in-one tools for owned, earned and paid.
A social media management tool that brings scheduling, content creation, analytics and social listening to one place.
Priority Social Channels and Integrations
X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, TikTok, Google Analytics, Salesforce, Threads, LinkedIn
Entry Package Cost (per 3 users)
$499
$297
Most Notable Features
Customer Support
G2 Star Rating
4.7/5
4.2/5
Entry Level Pricing
Compare Dash Social’s entry-level plan, Grow, versus Hootsuite’s pricing, based on publicly available information as of 2025:
Unlimited Users
$499
per three users+$99 per each additional user
$297
Most Popular Features
Compare Dash Social’s top-rated social media marketing features on G2 — from post performance to custom reporting and more. Discover why we’re the more intuitive, results-focused alternative to Hootsuite.
Identifies who is talking about your brand and their influence over social communities.
8.9
7.1
Monitor interactions on social media to identify trends, see competitors' strategies and measure sentiment.
8.4
7.9
Gathers and compares social data from competitors to benchmark and keep tabs on the competition.
8.1
7.6
Allows users to export reports from the product into an .xsl, .csv or .pdf file.
8.8
8.3
Allows user flexibility in manipulating and digging deeper into the data provided through the tool.
8.5
8.1
Allows for categorizing or grouping individual posts to streamline social media marketing campaigns.
8.2
8.0
Tracks how much engagement (views, likes, favorites, shares, comments, etc.) each piece of content receives to highlight which types of content resonate best with the target audience.
9.0
8.6
Identifies trends in social media campaigns, such as optimal posting times, to improve performance.
8.4
8.2
* The above is data sourced by G2 on a scale of 1 to 10. Last updated: May 30, 2025
Easily connecting social and sales. A customizable URL for your profile bio that features direct links to products or pages on your website in correlation with your social media feed.
A feature that allows for the creation, scheduling and publishing of social media posts all in one simple and easy-to-use location.
Foster and grow your relationships with your followers by never missing a notification or a tag again.
Make more informed decisions with AI-driven insights and summaries about your content, performance, competitors and community.
Dash Social’s proprietary AI solution helps brands predict and maximize content performance by identifying which photos and videos will drive the highest engagement with your audience.
What Customers Are Saying About Dash Social
"There are many features I love about DS such as multi platform scheduling, ability to easily tag and filter comments and messages, the competitor overview, easy ability to duplicate posts to other platforms and the library function to easily find and organize UGC. I also love the saved replies feature in community."
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Meagan S.
Community Manager
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
“Dash Hudson has every available service in one place and a wonderful team to support you at all times. It's the only service I use and will recommend.”
Mariah R.
Social Media and Community Manager
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
"It's a very user friendly interface for insights, performance and scheduling. I also like that they are constantly developing the product and adding new features. It seems like they take user feedback seriously and are always improving."
Vanessa V.
Chief Brand Officer
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Why Choose Dash Social?
Dash Social helps social media managers streamline their workflow, tackle tough challenges and celebrate their successes daily. With our platform, you save valuable time and have the support you need to turn everyday victories into long-term success.
Brand-Specific AI
Maximize your creative impact with tailored content predictions based on your unique brand.
Integrated Creator Management
Discover influencers, track deliverables and measure campaign performance — all in the same platform.
Social Commerce Solutions
Drive sales from shoppable social feeds and boost conversion rates with customizable UGC galleries to feature on your website, email and more.
Premium User Experience
Dash Social is the #1 rated social media marketing platform on G2 for ease of use and user experience.
Superior Customer Service
Dash Social offers best-in-class support from real humans delivering fast, expert help. No endless support tickets, no bots, no frustrating delays.
FAQs
What is Hootsuite used for?
Hootsuite is a social media marketing tool used by brands to schedule, monitor, analyze and manage their social media accounts and presence.
Can I use Hootsuite for free?
No, you cannot use Hootsuite for free. That being said, Hootsuite does offer a 30-day free trial of their standard and advanced plans for users who are curious.
What’s the best alternative to Hootsuite?
The best alternative to Hootsuite depends entirely on your brand's needs. That being said, some of Hootsuite's most popular competitors or alternatives include Dash Social, Sprout Social, Buffer and Sendible.
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