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SocialBee vs Metricool

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

SocialBee vs Metricool: which is better?

Choose SocialBee for category-based scheduling with an AI Copilot; choose Metricool for analytics-first planning, priced by brand. SocialBee starts at $29/month and has no free plan, while Metricool starts at $20/month (billed yearly) and has a free plan. Metricool lists more networks (11 vs 10).

SocialBee

From $29

Metricool

From $20

Pricing

Starting priceAs each vendor lists it: some charge per user or per channel.
SocialBee: $29/month
Metricool: $20/month (billed yearly)
Free plan
SocialBee: No
Metricool: Yes (advantage Metricool)
Yearly discount
SocialBee: 16%
Metricool: up to 24%

Networks

Networks you can publish to
SocialBee: 10 networks
Metricool: 11 networks (advantage Metricool)
LinkedIn
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
X
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
Instagram
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
Facebook
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
Threads
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
TikTok
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
YouTube
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
Pinterest
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
Google Business Profile
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
Bluesky
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes
Mastodon
SocialBee: No
Metricool: No

Publishing

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

AI

AI writing
SocialBee: Yes
Metricool: Yes

Team & agency

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

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.

SocialBee vs Metricool: FAQ

Is SocialBee cheaper than Metricool?

By listed starting price, Metricool is cheaper: $20/month (billed yearly), against $29/month for SocialBee. Prices checked November 2026.

Do SocialBee and Metricool have a free plan?

Only Metricool has a free plan; SocialBee starts at $29/month.

Which supports more social networks, SocialBee or Metricool?

Metricool lists 11 networks, against 10 for SocialBee. Only Metricool lists Twitch.

Do SocialBee and Metricool have AI writing?

Yes, both list AI writing.

What is the difference between SocialBee and Metricool?

SocialBee is built for category-based scheduling with an AI Copilot, with AI Assistant (Copilot), content categories and Canva integration. Metricool is built for analytics-first planning, priced by brand, with real-time analytics, competitor analysis and ad management.

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