Compare: Mention vs We Are Social

A side-by-side analysis to help you find the right tool.

Mention

Paid($50–$200/mo)

Yes (14-day free trial); free tier with limited alerts

Custom Quote(Custom Quote)

N/A (custom engagement)

Pricing Model

MentionPaid

We Are SocialCustom Quote

Budget Tier

Mention$50–$200/mo

We Are SocialCustom Quote

Free Trial

MentionYes (14-day free trial); free tier with limited alerts

We Are SocialN/A (custom engagement)

Company Size Fit

MentionSolo / Freelancer, Small Team (2–20), Mid-Market (20–200)

We Are SocialEnterprise (200+)

Best For

MentionSMBs wanting affordable brand monitoring and social listening without enterprise pricing

We Are SocialLarge global brands wanting culturally-attuned social strategy across many markets

Pros

Mention

Significantly more cost effective than legacy enterprise platforms for core monitoring needs
Real-time notifications ensure immediate awareness of brand conversations
Comprehensive coverage spans both traditional web articles and major social networks
Rapid deployment allows teams to start tracking insights within minutes

We Are Social

Publishes globally recognized digital trend reports that define industry benchmarks.
Delivers authentic cultural insights backed by a robust international presence.
Executes sophisticated creative campaigns across multiple global markets seamlessly.

Cons

Mention

Analytical depth and data granularity are limited compared to enterprise solutions
Built-in publishing capabilities lack the advanced features found in dedicated social media managers
Historical data retention is restricted for deep retrospective research

We Are Social

Commands enterprise level pricing structures that may challenge smaller budgets.
Represents excessive capacity for brands operating strictly within a single market.