Newswire vs PRgloo

Newswire is a web platform for press release and multimedia distribution, with tools for media outreach and campaign monitoring. Its Media Suite combines a media database, pitching, monitoring, a media room, and release distribution. Distribution packages can reach channels including AP News, Yahoo, Nexstar, Benzinga, and Digital Journal. Analytics include campaign performance data, PDF reports, email open and click tracking, and social engagement metrics; users can also add Google Analytics code to the member panel. Custom keyword alerts can arrive in real time or on hourly, daily, or weekly schedules, with no stated limits on alerts or users. Newswire describes media lists and journalist pitching for small businesses, PR agencies, and in-house teams. It reviews submissions and says notifications are sent within a few hours. Toll-free phone and chat are listed as support options. Services are priced on request, while public distribution options are charged per release: STARTER is $399, paid once, STATE DISTRIBUTION is $599, paid once, BASIC is $659, paid once, and FEATURE is $965, paid once. The public page does not show an ongoing software subscription price.

PRgloo is a communications platform for in-house media and internal communications teams, as well as their stakeholders. It brings together enquiry management and a media newsroom with tools to publish press releases and social media content. Teams can manage influencer engagement and coverage, monitor media and press mentions, and run campaigns. A press release builder and email or multi-channel distribution are also listed. Kantar describes PRgloo as a cloud-based CRM for managing, recording, and analysing media relations with journalists and influencers. The platform is available on the web, Android, and iOS. Support options include email or help desk, phone, and chat; training includes in-person and live online sessions, webinars, documentation, and videos. A 2022 service contract describes GDPR processor commitments covering confidentiality and security measures under Article 32. PRgloo has no free plan, but offers a free trial. Pricing is available on request; the Basic plan is $3,500 a year, billed per user, per year.