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Metricool vs Zoho Social

Pricing, networks, publishing, AI and team features side by side. A green highlight marks a row where one tool has a feature the other doesn't.

Last updated Reviewed by the Social9 teamPrices checked November 2026

Metricool vs Zoho Social: which is better?

Choose Metricool for analytics-first planning, priced by brand; choose Zoho Social for teams already working in Zoho CRM. Metricool starts at $20/month (billed yearly) and has a free plan, while Zoho Social starts at $10/brand/month (billed yearly) and has a free plan. Zoho Social lists more networks (14 vs 11).

Metricool

From $20

Zoho Social

From $10

Pricing

Starting priceAs each vendor lists it: some charge per user or per channel.
Metricool: $20/month (billed yearly)
Zoho Social: $10/brand/month (billed yearly)
Free plan
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Yearly discount
Metricool: up to 24%
Zoho Social: 33%

Networks

Networks you can publish to
Metricool: 11 networks
Zoho Social: 14 networks (advantage Zoho Social)
LinkedIn
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
X
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Instagram
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Facebook
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Threads
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
TikTok
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
YouTube
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Pinterest
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Google Business Profile
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Bluesky
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Mastodon
Metricool: No
Zoho Social: Yes (advantage Zoho Social)

Publishing

Content calendar
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Posting queue
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Bulk or CSV upload
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Best time to post
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Recurring posts
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes

AI

AI writing
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes

Team & agency

Approval workflow
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Client approvals
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
White-label
Metricool: Yes (advantage Metricool)
Zoho Social: No
Roles and permissions
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Unified inbox
Metricool: Yes
Zoho Social: Yes
Social listening
Metricool: No
Zoho Social: Yes (advantage Zoho Social)

Prices in USD, checked November 2026 on each vendor's own site. "Not listed" means our data doesn't cover it, not that the tool lacks it. Plans change, so check the vendor's page before you buy.

Metricool vs Zoho Social: FAQ

Is Metricool cheaper than Zoho Social?

Metricool starts at $20/month (billed yearly); Zoho Social starts at $10/brand/month (billed yearly). Zoho Social charges per brand, so the total depends on how many brands you need. Prices checked November 2026.

Do Metricool and Zoho Social have a free plan?

Yes, both do: Metricool and Zoho Social each have a free plan.

Which supports more social networks, Metricool or Zoho Social?

Zoho Social lists 14 networks, against 11 for Metricool. Only Metricool lists Twitch; only Zoho Social lists Mastodon, Snapchat, WhatsApp Business and Telegram.

Do Metricool and Zoho Social have AI writing?

Yes, both list AI writing.

What is the difference between Metricool and Zoho Social?

Metricool is built for analytics-first planning, priced by brand, with real-time analytics, competitor analysis and ad management. Zoho Social is built for teams already working in Zoho CRM, with social listening, CRM integration and AI Assistant (Zia).

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