Meltwater vs Propel
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best PR Software & Media Relations Platforms. Last verified June 19, 2026.
The short answer
Meltwater ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #5) for PR teams and agencies managing press releases, media lists, and journalist outreach. The market leader for media monitoring and social listening, with a solid PR suite.
At a glance
| Meltwater | Propel | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best PR Software & Media Relations Platforms | #5 / The 11 Best PR Software & Media Relations Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.3 |
| Best for | Elite media & social monitoring | Pitching analytics & ROI tracking |
| Pricing | $$$$ ($10,000 to $40,000+/yr) | $$$ ($400 to $1,500/mo) |
| HQ | Oslo, Norway | Tel Aviv, Israel |
| Founded | 2001 | 2019 |
Meltwater
The market leader for media monitoring and social listening, with a solid PR suite.
www.meltwater.comSee full entry in The 11 Best PR Software & Media Relations Platforms
Propel
Excellent pitching tools with Gmail/Outlook integration for deep engagement tracking.
www.propelmypr.comSee full entry in The 11 Best PR Software & Media Relations Platforms
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