The verdict
On the data we hold, Hootsuite comes out ahead. Here is why, point by point.
What the data says
- Hootsuite covers more of the features we compared: 3 of 3, against 2.
- Taplio starts lower, at $32/mo against $99/mo.
- Both have an API and an MCP server, so either works with AI employees.
- In our Organic social ranking, Hootsuite places 2 and Taplio 8 of 14.
Side by side
| 7 points compared | ||
|---|---|---|
| Starts at | $99/mo | $32/mo |
| Free plan | No | No |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| MCP server | Yes | Yes |
| AI post drafting | Yes | Yes |
| Best time to post | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-network publishing | Yes | No |
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Plans and pricing
Hootsuite
- StandardUp to 10 social accounts; $99 per user per month billed annually.$1,188/yr/seat
- ProfessionalUnlimited social accounts; $199 per user per month billed annually.$2,388/yr/seat
- AdvancedTeam approvals and routing; shown as up to $399 per user per month billed annually.$4,788/yr/seat
Taplio
- StarterEntry LinkedIn plan without AI writing; $39 per month or $32 per month billed annually.$39/mo
- GrowthAdds AI features and automation; $69 per month or $49 per month billed annually.$69/mo
- ProFull AI features and automation; $199 per month or $149 per month billed annually.$199/mo
Prices as the vendors list them. They change often; the final price is on their sites.
Who each is for
Choose Hootsuite if…
Social media managers, marketing teams and agencies who publish and monitor several social networks, accounts or brands and need scheduling, a shared inbox, listening and reporting in one place.
Choose Taplio if…
B2B founders, creators, personal brands and agencies who use LinkedIn as a main channel and want help writing, scheduling and following up on posts and engagement.
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