CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOOL

StickyHive vs Hootsuite:
Social Media or Community Management?

Hootsuite is a powerful social media management tool. But if you're running a community on Skool, Circle, or Mighty Networks, it's the wrong tool for the job. Here's why.

StickyHive
Community Management
Skool, Circle, Mighty Networks
Hootsuite
Social Media Management
Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

💡 The Bottom Line

Hootsuite manages social media. StickyHive manages communities. If you're managing a Skool, Circle, or Mighty Networks community, Hootsuite won't help you—it doesn't integrate with these platforms. You need a tool built specifically for community management, not social media scheduling.

Understanding the Difference

Hootsuite is excellent at what it does—managing multiple social media accounts. But community management and social media management are fundamentally different:

📱 Social Media (Hootsuite)

  • Broadcasting to followers
  • Scheduling tweets/posts
  • Analytics & engagement tracking
  • Multi-account management
  • Social listening

👥 Community (StickyHive)

  • Moderating discussions
  • Enforcing community guidelines
  • Member engagement & support
  • Creating digests & summaries
  • Managing tickets & issues

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Feature StickyHive Hootsuite
Community Platform Support
Skool Native Integration
Circle Native Integration
Mighty Networks Integration
Community Management Features
AI Moderation & Guideline Enforcement
Real-time Violation Alerts
Support Ticket Management
AI-Generated Community Digests
Member Engagement Analytics Limited
Social Media Management
Twitter/X Scheduling Roadmap
Facebook Page Management Roadmap
Instagram Scheduling Roadmap
LinkedIn Company Pages Roadmap
Content & AI Features
AI Content Idea Generation
Content Scheduling
Communities

Social Media
Content Calendar
Pricing
Starting Price $49/mo $99/mo
Free Trial 14 days 30 days
Best For Community Managers
(Skool, Circle, Mighty)
Social Media Teams
(Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)

Which Tool Is Right for You?

✅ Choose StickyHive If:

  • ✓ You manage a Skool, Circle, or Mighty Networks community
  • ✓ You need AI moderation to catch guideline violations
  • ✓ You want automated digests without manual work
  • ✓ You need support ticket management
  • ✓ You spend hours moderating discussions
  • ✓ You manage multiple communities
  • ✓ You're a coach, course creator, or community builder

Choose Hootsuite If:

  • • You manage social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
  • • You need social listening and monitoring
  • • You want Instagram/Facebook scheduling
  • • You manage large social media teams
  • • You don't use community platforms
  • • You need enterprise social media features
  • • You're a social media manager or marketer

💡 Can You Use Both?

Yes! Many community managers use Hootsuite for social media promotion and StickyHive for community management. They complement each other—Hootsuite brings people in through social media, StickyHive keeps them engaged in your community.

From Hootsuite User to StickyHive Customer

"I used Hootsuite for years to manage our Twitter and LinkedIn. But when we launched our Skool community with 3,000 members, I realized I needed completely different tools. Hootsuite couldn't help me with moderation, member engagement, or community digests. StickyHive was built for exactly what I needed—and it saved me 12 hours a week on community work."

Jessica Rodriguez
Community & Social Media Manager
Uses Hootsuite for social, StickyHive for community

Pricing Breakdown

$49
per month

StickyHive Starter

  • 1 Community
  • 2 Team Members
  • AI Moderation
  • Native Scheduling
  • AI Digests
  • Content Ideas
$99
per month

Hootsuite Professional

  • 10 Social Accounts
  • 1 User
  • Unlimited Scheduling
  • Social Analytics
  • Inbox Management
  • Content Library

⚠️ Important Note

Don't choose based on price alone. Choose based on what you're managing. Hootsuite cannot manage Skool, Circle, or Mighty Networks communities—regardless of how much you pay. If you're managing these platforms, you need StickyHive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hootsuite support Skool communities?

No. Hootsuite only supports traditional social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. It does not integrate with community platforms like Skool, Circle, or Mighty Networks.

What's the main difference between StickyHive and Hootsuite?

Hootsuite is built for social media management (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram). StickyHive is built for community management on platforms like Skool, Circle, and Mighty Networks, with features like AI moderation, native scheduling, and automated digests that Hootsuite doesn't offer.

Is StickyHive cheaper than Hootsuite?

Yes. StickyHive starts at $49/month while Hootsuite's Professional plan starts at $99/month. However, they serve different purposes, so compare based on your needs, not just price.

Can I migrate from Hootsuite to StickyHive?

If you're managing communities on Skool, Circle, or Mighty Networks, yes! Many customers use both—Hootsuite for social media, StickyHive for community management. They serve different purposes and work well together.

Does StickyHive have a free trial?

Yes! We offer a 14-day free trial with full access to all features. No credit card required. Try it risk-free and see if it's right for your community.

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