Starts atFrom $49/mo yearly ($65 monthly)
- No free option listed
- Free trialfree trial, no credit card required
Head-to-head
Loomly vs Sprout Social: which social tool fits a small team?
At a glance
Starts atEssentials from $79/seat/mo billed yearly ($99 monthly), 30-day trial
- No free plan
- Free trial30 days
Loomly is a content calendar with approvals. Starter is $49/month yearly ($65 monthly) for 12 social accounts and 3 users. Sprout Social is a premium suite priced per seat. Essentials is $79 per seat a month yearly ($99 monthly) for 5 profiles. Standard is $199 per seat. Loomly is cheaper for a small team. Sprout Social adds deeper inbox, analytics and listening.
Quick verdict
- Choose Loomly if you want a calendar with approvals for a team at a flat price.
- Choose Sprout Social if you need deep analytics and a shared inbox and can pay per seat.
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | Loomly | Sprout Social |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No. Free trial, no card | No. 30-day trial, no card |
| Entry plan | Starter: $49/month yearly, $65 monthly. 12 accounts, 3 users | Essentials: $79/seat/month yearly, $99 monthly. 5 profiles |
| Mid plan | Beyond: $249/month yearly, $332 monthly. 60 accounts, unlimited users | Standard: $199/seat/month yearly. Professional: $299 |
| Top plan | Enterprise: custom, 61+ accounts | Advanced: $399/seat/month. Enterprise custom |
| Priced per | Plan | Seat |
| Best for | Small teams with approvals | Brands needing analytics and inbox |
Which one for creators?
A creator with a 3 person team and 8 accounts pays $49/month yearly on Loomly. On Sprout Social, 3 seats on Essentials is $237/month yearly, and only 5 profiles. Sprout makes sense when reporting and inbox matter more than price.
How to choose
- Count seats and accounts.
- Small team, tight budget? Loomly Starter.
- Need reporting for clients? Try Sprout Social's 30-day trial.
- Compare yearly vs monthly prices on both.
Questions people ask
Is Loomly cheaper than Sprout Social?
Yes for most small teams. Loomly Starter is $49/month yearly for 3 users. Sprout Social is $79 per seat a month yearly.
Does Sprout Social have a free trial?
Yes, 30 days with no card.
How many accounts does Loomly Starter include?
12 social accounts and 3 users.
Related: scheduling tools.
Sources: loomly.com/pricing, sproutsocial.com/pricing. Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.