RostidoRostido vs Hootsuite.
Last updated: October 10, 2026
Hootsuite is a full social media suite built for larger teams. If you mostly need to schedule and publish, Rostido does that job for a fraction of the price.
| Rostido | Hootsuite | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest paid plan | Creator $9/mo for 5 accounts and 100 posts (USD list price, lower in many countries) | Standard from $99 per user/mo, 10 accounts |
| Free plan | Yes: 2 accounts, 10 scheduled posts a month, no time limit | No (free trial only) |
| Platforms | Instagram, Facebook Pages, Threads, YouTube (incl. Shorts), X (beta). TikTok and LinkedIn coming soon | All major networks |
| API / AI assistants | REST API and MCP server from Pro ($29/mo) | Not listed on the plans page |
| Pricing by country | Yes, priced for each country's purchasing power | One price worldwide (USD) |
Hootsuite details are from Hootsuite's pricing page, checked on October 10, 2026. Prices change; check there before you decide.
Why people pick Rostido
- Starts free, and paid plans begin at $9 a month instead of $99 per user.
- Focused on scheduling and publishing, so there's little to learn.
- REST API and MCP server for automating posts from your own tools or an AI assistant.
When Hootsuite is the better choice
- You need social listening, advanced analytics, inbox for every network or approval workflows.
- Several people need their own seats and permissions today.
- You need TikTok, LinkedIn or Pinterest publishing right now.
Questions
Is Rostido a full Hootsuite replacement?
For scheduling and publishing, yes. For analytics, listening and team workflows, no; Hootsuite does much more there. Rostido is for creators and small teams who mainly need posts to go out on time.
Does Rostido have a free plan?
Yes. 2 connected accounts and 10 scheduled posts a month, with no time limit and no credit card.
Try it on the free plan, see pricing, or browse scheduling guides for every platform.