The Sprout Social Reality Check
Let's be honest about Sprout Social's pricing:
| Team Size | Sprout Social (Standard) | Fanbeam (Professional) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 user | $249/mo | $39/mo |
| 3 users | $747/mo | $39/mo |
| 5 users | $1,245/mo | $39/mo |
| 10 users | $2,490/mo | $39/mo |
Sprout Social costs $747-2,490/month for a small team. That's $9,000-30,000/year.
How We Evaluated Sprout Social Alternatives
Key evaluation criteria:
- 1Cost per team - Total cost for realistic team sizes
- 2Feature relevance - Features you'll actually use
- 3Time to value - How quickly can you be productive?
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