Updated April 2026

SocialMate vs Sendible

Sendible starts at $29/mo for 1 user and 6 profiles — with no free plan. SocialMate is free forever, no credit card required.

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Sendible

Agency tool with agency pricing

  • ✅ Strong client reporting
  • ✅ White-label options for agencies
  • ❌ No free plan at all
  • ❌ $29/mo for only 1 user + 6 profiles
  • ❌ No Discord, Telegram, Mastodon, Bluesky
  • ❌ Overkill complexity for solo users

SocialMate

Full feature set. Zero dollars.

  • ✅ Free forever — no trial countdown
  • ✅ 12 AI tools on free tier
  • ✅ Discord, Telegram, Mastodon, Bluesky
  • ✅ Bulk scheduling free
  • ✅ 2 team seats on free plan
  • ✅ No credit card required

Feature comparison

FeatureSendibleSocialMate
Starting price$29/month (Creator)$0 — free forever
Free plan❌ None✅ Free forever
Users on starting plan1 user2 users free
Profiles on starting plan6 profilesNo hard cap (free tier)
Pricing modelAgency-tieredFlat rate
Discord support❌✅
Telegram support❌✅
Mastodon support❌✅
Bluesky support❌✅
AI writing toolsBasic AI assist12 tools included
AI credits free tierN/A (no free plan)75/month free
Bulk schedulingPaid plans✅ Free
Link in bio❌✅ Free
Hashtag managerPaid plans✅ Free
Competitor trackingHigher tiers✅ Free (3 accounts)
RSS import✅ Paid plans✅ Free
Evergreen recycling✅ Paid plans✅ Free
Client workspacesWhite-label ($199+/mo)Pro+: from $5/mo

Why people switch from Sendible

1

Sendible has no free plan — at all

There is no trial that converts to free. Once your trial ends, you pay $29/month or you are locked out. SocialMate has no trial countdown — the free plan is permanent, with full access to bulk scheduling, AI tools, and more.

2

$29/mo is a lot for 1 user and 6 profiles

Sendible's Creator plan gives you exactly 1 user seat and 6 social profiles. If you manage more than 6 accounts or want to add a collaborator, you move to the next tier. SocialMate gives you more flexibility at $0.

3

Sendible is built for agencies — not for you

Sendible's onboarding, pricing structure, and feature set are designed around agencies managing dozens of client accounts. If you are building your own brand or running a small team, the complexity and cost are not worth it.

4

SocialMate covers platforms Sendible ignores

Discord, Telegram, Mastodon, and Bluesky are not supported by Sendible. If any part of your audience lives on these platforms, you need a tool that covers them. SocialMate does — on the free plan.

Frequently asked questions

Does Sendible have a free plan?

No. Sendible has no free plan at all. Their cheapest option is the Creator plan at $29/month, which gives you 1 user and 6 social profiles. SocialMate is completely free to start with no credit card required.

Who is Sendible built for?

Sendible is primarily designed for agencies managing multiple client accounts. That means the pricing tiers, onboarding, and feature set are all built around agency workflows. If you are a solo creator, small team, or indie brand, you will be paying agency prices for features you do not need.

Which platforms does SocialMate support that Sendible does not?

SocialMate supports Discord, Telegram, Mastodon, and Bluesky — none of which Sendible covers. If your community is on any of these growing platforms, Sendible simply is not an option.

Is SocialMate actually free with no catch?

Yes. Free tier includes unlimited posts, 75 AI credits/month, bulk scheduling, link in bio, hashtag manager, competitor tracking, RSS import, and evergreen recycling. No credit card required and no free trial countdown.

Why pay $29/mo when $0 works?

SocialMate is free forever — bulk scheduling, 12 AI tools, 16 platforms, no credit card required.

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