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Mention vs REAPER

Mention logo

Mention

Social Media

Real-time media monitoring made simple

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
REAPER logo

REAPER

Music

Full digital audio workstation with a 60 day evaluation and a USD 60 personal licence

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Mention historical data access is not included in the Company plan and is only available as a paid add-on; REAPER the USD 60 discounted licence requires that yearly gross revenue does not exceed USD 20,000, above which the commercial licence at USD 225 applies

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mention and REAPER actually diverge.

Attributes where Mention and REAPER differ
AttributeMentionREAPER
Pricing modelfreemiumone-time
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWindows, macOS, Linux
CategorySocial MediaMusic
Founded2012Unknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Mention

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

Only in REAPER

Nothing recorded that Mention does not also cover.

What people use each for

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

Mention

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

REAPER

  • Music productionnot Mention
  • Audio recordingnot Mention
  • Audio editingnot Mention
  • Post productionnot Mention
  • Podcast editingnot Mention

Where each one falls short

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

Mention

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

REAPER

  • The USD 60 discounted licence requires that yearly gross revenue does not exceed USD 20,000, above which the commercial licence at USD 225 applies
  • The commercial licence at USD 225 is nearly four times the discounted one for identical software, since the price is set by who is using it rather than by what it does
  • The evaluation lasts 60 days, after which continued use requires a purchased licence
  • Sold as a paid licence with no free tier beyond the evaluation period

Pricing, plan by plan

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

REAPER

Free
  • Discounted License$60/one-time
    • For individuals using REAPER personally
    • For businesses with yearly gross revenue under 20000 USD
    • For educational and non-profit organizations
  • Commercial License$225/one-time
    • For commercial use by businesses exceeding revenue threshold
    • Includes free upgrades through REAPER version 8.99

Which should you pick?

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.
Mention review

Choose REAPER if

  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Linux.
REAPER review

Questions people ask

Is Mention or REAPER better?
Neither clearly leads. Mention starts at Free and REAPER at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mention or REAPER?
Mention starts at Free and REAPER at Free.
Does Mention or REAPER run on more platforms?
Mention runs on Web, Ios, Android. REAPER runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.
Can I use Mention for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Mention best used for?
Mention is most often used for brand monitoring, competitor tracking, social listening, reputation management. Of those, brand monitoring and competitor tracking are not what REAPER is typically brought in for.
What can Mention do that REAPER cannot?
Mention covers Real-time monitoring, Sentiment analysis, Influencer identification, Competitive analysis.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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REAPER: How much does REAPER cost?

REAPER costs 60 USD for a discounted license (individuals, non-profits, organizations under 20000 USD annual revenue) or 225 USD for commercial use. All licenses include free updates through version 8.99.

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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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REAPER: Can I try REAPER before buying?

Yes, REAPER offers a 60-day full evaluation period with no artificial feature limitations, allowing you to test all capabilities before purchasing.

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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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