Software reviews in plain English.
What each tool does, what it costs, who it suits and where it falls short. No jargon and no paid rankings.
Browse by category
Recently reviewed.
Every review follows the same structure, so you can compare one with another.
A capable all-in-one email marketing tool that is easy to start with, but the free plan has shrunk and the price rises quickly as your list…
A simple, affordable social media scheduler with a usable free plan. Lighter on analytics and team features than the big enterprise suites.
The easiest way for non-designers to make social graphics, presentations and simple videos. The free plan is generous; the Pro price has been rising.
Short lists by need.
If you know the job but not the tool, start with a short list.
Why you can trust this.
We say how we know
Every page states whether it is research-based or hands-on, and when prices were last checked.
Vendors cannot buy a result
We may earn a commission from some links. It never changes what we write or which tool we recommend.
Same structure every time
What it does, pricing, pros, cons and who it is for, in that order on every review.
From the blog.
How to choose email marketing software: 6 questions to ask
Six questions that narrow the field quickly, and stop you paying for features you will never use.
GuideMonthly or annual billing: which should you choose?
Annual plans look cheaper, and often are. Here is when paying monthly is still the better decision.
Good questions.
What is SoftwareReviewHQ?
An independent site that reviews business software in plain English. Each review covers what the tool does, what it costs, its strengths and weaknesses, and who it suits.
Do you test the software yourselves?
Most pages are research-based: we work from vendor documentation, public pricing pages and published user feedback, and every page is labelled so you know. When a page is based on hands-on use, it says so.
How do you make money?
Some links to vendors may be affiliate links, which means we can earn a commission if you sign up. It costs you nothing extra and vendors cannot pay for a better write-up.
Are the prices up to date?
Each page shows the date its pricing was last checked. Software prices change often, so treat ours as a guide and confirm on the vendor site before you buy.
Can I suggest a tool to review?
Yes. Use the contact page to tell us what you want covered, or to report something that is out of date.