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Klear vs Mention

Klear logo

Klear

Influencer Marketing

Influencer marketing made simple

From
On request
Rated
-
Mention logo

Mention

Social Media

Real-time media monitoring made simple

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Mention has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Klear no pricing is published for any of the four tiers; Mention historical data access is not included in the Company plan and is only available as a paid add-on
  • They diverge on capability: Klear covers AI-powered discovery, Mention covers Real-time monitoring.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Klear and Mention actually diverge.

Attributes where Klear and Mention differ
AttributeKlearMention
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, ApiWeb, Ios, Android
CategoryInfluencer MarketingSocial Media

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), founded (2012).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Klear

  • AI-powered discovery
  • Demographic analysis
  • Campaign management
  • Performance analytics
  • Influencer CRM
  • Social listening
  • Competitor tracking
  • Reporting

Only in Mention

  • Real-time monitoring
  • Sentiment analysis
  • Influencer identification
  • Competitive analysis
  • Custom reports
  • Zapier
  • Buffer
  • Hootsuite

Both cover

  • Slack

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Klear

  • Influencer marketing platformnot Mention
  • Social media monitoringnot Mention
  • Influencer discovery and outreachnot Mention

Mention

  • Brand monitoringnot Klear
  • Competitor trackingnot Klear
  • Social listeningnot Klear
  • Reputation managementnot Klear

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Klear

  • No pricing is published for any of the four tiers
  • Most agreements carry a minimum contract length of 12 months
  • Cost depends on sources monitored, data volume, user count, integrations and onboarding, so several negotiated variables set the price
  • Every quote is individually tailored rather than listed

Mention

  • Historical data access is not included in the Company plan and is only available as a paid add-on

Pricing, plan by plan

Klear

On request
  • Starter$undefined/month
    • Influencer discovery
    • Basic filters
    • Campaign tracking
  • Professional$undefined/month
    • Advanced search
    • Audience demographics
    • Performance analytics
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Meltwater integration
    • Custom solutions
    • API access

Mention

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 alert
    • 1,000 mentions
    • Basic monitoring
  • Solo$41/month
    • 2 alerts
    • 5,000 mentions
    • Boolean search
  • Pro$83/month
    • 5 alerts
    • 10,000 mentions
    • Team features
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Unlimited alerts
    • Unlimited mentions
    • Custom integrations

Which should you pick?

Choose Klear if

  • You need ai-powered discovery.
  • You work on Web, Api.
  • You also want demographic analysis.

Choose Mention if

  • You need real-time monitoring.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want sentiment analysis.

Questions people ask

Is Klear or Mention better?
Neither clearly leads. Klear starts at On request and Mention at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Klear or Mention?
Mention has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Klear and Free for Mention.
Does Klear or Mention run on more platforms?
Klear runs on Web, Api. Mention runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Mention for free?
Yes. Mention has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Klear starts at On request.
What is Klear best used for?
Klear is most often used for influencer marketing platform, social media monitoring, influencer discovery and outreach. Of those, influencer marketing platform and social media monitoring are not what Mention is typically brought in for.
What can Klear do that Mention cannot?
Klear covers AI-powered discovery, Demographic analysis, Campaign management, Performance analytics. Mention covers Real-time monitoring, Sentiment analysis, Influencer identification, Competitive analysis. Both handle Slack.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Klear: What is Klear's current pricing model?

Klear is now part of Meltwater's influencer marketing suite. Pricing is tailored rather than one-size-fits-all, based on monitoring scope, data volume, user count, and support needs.

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Mention: What does the Mention Company Plan include?

The Company Plan includes real-time mention tracking across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, TikTok, and YouTube, plus news, blogs, and forums. It covers 75+ review sites, sentiment analysis, competitor benchmarking, custom reporting, and dedicated account manager support.

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Klear: How does Meltwater/Klear pricing work?

Meltwater offers Starter, Pro, Enterprise, and Agency plans with customized pricing. Annual contracts with 12-month minimum are standard. Implementation fees may apply.

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Mention: What is the cost of Mention's Company Plan?

Mention's Company Plan pricing is not displayed on the pricing page and requires contacting sales or requesting a demo to get a quote.

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Klear: Does Klear/Meltwater offer free trials?

Meltwater does not offer self-serve free trials. Expert-guided demos are provided at no cost upon request.

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Mention: Does Mention offer a free trial?

Yes. Mention offers a free trial accessible through their signup page, with no credit card required to get started.

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Mention: Can I save money by paying annually for Mention?

Yes. If you pay yearly instead of monthly, Mention gives you 2 months free, saving approximately $360 USD per year depending on your plan.

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Mention: Are there add-ons or upsells available with Mention?

Yes. Mention offers paid add-ons for historical data and white-label reporting beyond what is included in the standard plan.

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