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A simpler, lower-cost Hootsuite alternative
PostVIA focuses on the core job: create a post once, adapt it per network and publish it now or on schedule, for a small monthly price.
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Hootsuite and PostVIA at a glance
| Feature | Hootsuite | PostVIA |
|---|---|---|
| Paid plans from | $99.00 / month | $8.99 / month for the whole plan |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | 14 days | 7 days, no credit card |
| Social networks | See their pricing page | 8 |
Hootsuite details come from its official pricing page, checked on September 27, 2026. Prices and plans can change, so check the current terms before you decide. Hootsuite pricing
Why people choose PostVIA
A lower starting price
Paid plans start far below the entry price of large social media suites, with the same publishing workflow in every plan.
Focused on publishing
Composer, scheduling, calendar, bulk video and publication analytics, without modules a small team does not use.
Bulk video scheduling
Turn a batch of videos into a schedule at a fixed interval, with a full preview first.
Clear limits
Each plan shows its publications per month, connected accounts and media storage up front.
Which one fits you
Choose PostVIA if
you are a creator, freelancer or small team that mainly needs to plan and publish posts and videos across up to eight networks at a low monthly price.
Choose Hootsuite if
you need a suite for a large team with social listening, a shared inbox or enterprise features.
Frequently asked questions
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What is a cheaper alternative to Hootsuite?
PostVIA paid plans start at a much lower monthly price and include scheduling, the calendar, bulk video scheduling and publication analytics.
Does Hootsuite have a free plan?
According to its pricing page, Hootsuite offers a free trial rather than a free plan. PostVIA also offers a free trial: 7 days, no credit card.
Does PostVIA have social listening or a shared inbox?
No. PostVIA focuses on creating, scheduling and publishing posts and on publication results.
Which networks does PostVIA support?
Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Threads, TikTok, X and YouTube.
How PostVIA compares
- A Buffer alternative with one flat priceCompare PostVIA and Buffer: pricing, free plan, trial and networks. PostVIA has flat plans for 8 networks and bulk video scheduling. Try it free for 7 days.Learn more
- A Later alternative that also posts to XCompare PostVIA and Later: price, trial and networks. PostVIA costs less, publishes to X and includes bulk video scheduling. Try it free for 7 days.Learn more
- A Metricool alternative focused on publishingCompare PostVIA and Metricool: price, free plan and publishing. PostVIA includes X and LinkedIn in every plan, plus bulk video scheduling. Try it free for 7 days.Learn more
- A Sprout Social alternative at a fraction of the priceCompare PostVIA and Sprout Social: pricing, trial and what is included. PostVIA charges per plan, not per user. Try it free for 7 days, no card.Learn more
Free tools for your next post
- Social media character counterFree character counter for Instagram, X (Twitter), TikTok, LinkedIn, Threads, Facebook, Pinterest and YouTube. Check every limit at once and preview your post.Learn more
- Social media post previewFree post preview tool: see how your LinkedIn post, tweet or Instagram caption looks on phone and desktop, where it gets cut, and whether it fits the limit.Learn more
- Text formatter for social mediaFree text formatter: turn your text into bold, italic, script and other Unicode styles, then copy it into LinkedIn, Instagram, X or any social post.Learn more
Start publishing with PostVIA
Connect your accounts, write your first post and schedule it in minutes.
No credit card required