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Newswire Pros and Cons: Top Advantages and Disadvantages

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Users find Newswire's ease of use exceptional, facilitating a smooth experience even for those new to PR. (57 mentions)
Users value the distribution efficiency of Newswire, appreciating its quick release process for timely news delivery. (40 mentions)
Users value the extensive audience reach of Newswire, enabling tailored announcements for maximum impact in their industry. (23 mentions)
Users value the comprehensive coverage of Newswire, providing extensive reach and targeted distribution for press releases. (18 mentions)
Users value the broad coverage provided by Newswire, effectively reaching relevant media outlets for their announcements. (18 mentions)
Users commend the responsive customer support of Newswire, ensuring quick resolutions and a smooth distribution process. (17 mentions)
Users appreciate the efficient client service of Newswire, highlighting quick support and clear communication during the process. (16 mentions)
Users find Newswire's ease of use and helpful customer support essential for effective press release distribution. (15 mentions)
Users find the expensive pricing limits accessibility for small businesses that could greatly benefit from the service. (22 mentions)
Users find the pricing issues of Newswire restrictive, especially for small businesses and nonprofits on limited budgets. (9 mentions)
Users express frustration over incomplete media coverage, leading to missed opportunities and uncertainty in ROI from press releases. (7 mentions)
Users point out the limited coverage by Newswire, making it challenging for smaller companies to gain visibility. (7 mentions)
Users find that high costs can disadvantage small businesses, limiting their access to valuable Newswire services. (6 mentions)
Users find Newswire's limited functionality disappointing, especially regarding visibility and key features for budget-conscious clients. (5 mentions)
Users express a need for insufficient information on lists and targeting, impacting their strategic planning. (4 mentions)

Top Pros or Advantages of Newswire

1. Ease of Use
Users find Newswire's ease of use exceptional, facilitating a smooth experience even for those new to PR.
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BP

Brianna P.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Easy to Use, Gets our Releases Out There!"

What do you like about Newswire?

Easy to use. I had no prior PR experience so jumping into using PR products was initially daunting to me. But Newswire's interface is very intuitive a

Jim P.
JP

Jim P.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Newswire has been very helpful and professional gaining exposure for our breakthrough technology."

What do you like about Newswire?

Newswire has been excellent in exploring different topics and multiple demographics to market our technology in both the private and public sectors.

2. Distribution Efficiency
Users value the distribution efficiency of Newswire, appreciating its quick release process for timely news delivery.
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BP

Brianna P.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Easy to Use, Gets our Releases Out There!"

What do you like about Newswire?

Easy to use. I had no prior PR experience so jumping into using PR products was initially daunting to me. But Newswire's interface is very intuitive a

Verified User
C

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Very effective in getting news out"

What do you like about Newswire?

Newswire is very effective in getting news out to the public or to the market.

3. Reach
Users value the extensive audience reach of Newswire, enabling tailored announcements for maximum impact in their industry.
See 23 mentions

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Verified User
E

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Solid press release distribution platform"

What do you like about Newswire?

I like the self-serve aspect of the platform. It gives me the flexibility to navigate and manage press releases on my own. The process of choosing the

Sheree C.
SC

Sheree C.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Newswire is our company's go-to for press releases"

What do you like about Newswire?

It's a very organized platform, easy to use and implement with a lot of optional features to add on. There are tons of categories to hyper-target, o

4. Coverage
Users value the comprehensive coverage of Newswire, providing extensive reach and targeted distribution for press releases.
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Verified User
E

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Solid press release distribution platform"

What do you like about Newswire?

I like the self-serve aspect of the platform. It gives me the flexibility to navigate and manage press releases on my own. The process of choosing the

Sheree C.
SC

Sheree C.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Newswire is our company's go-to for press releases"

What do you like about Newswire?

It's a very organized platform, easy to use and implement with a lot of optional features to add on. There are tons of categories to hyper-target, o

5. Coverage Quality
Users value the broad coverage provided by Newswire, effectively reaching relevant media outlets for their announcements.
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Jen L.
JL

Jen L.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

0.0/5

"Buyer Beware of Auto-Renew!"

What do you like about Newswire?

It does what it says it will and distributes your press releases to media outlets.

Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Great service!"

What do you like about Newswire?

They provide broad coverage for our organization's press releases.

6. Customer Support
Users commend the responsive customer support of Newswire, ensuring quick resolutions and a smooth distribution process.
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Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.0/5

"Good service overall but you have to keep an eye on charges"

What do you like about Newswire?

I find it's relatively easy to use and the account managers go out of their way to be helpful at all times. We did find several mistakes in their bill

Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Easy self-serve option to execute a press release"

What do you like about Newswire?

I like the self-serve nature of the platform and not having to go through a bunch of hoops like PR Newswire to get out a simple press release. The cus

7. Client Service
Users appreciate the efficient client service of Newswire, highlighting quick support and clear communication during the process.
See 16 mentions

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Krista C.
KC

Krista C.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Tried and True!"

What do you like about Newswire?

Newswire has always been my go-to for important news releases. They are always available to help in any way and always make sure I meet by objectives!

Kristine K.
KK

Kristine K.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Personalised PR services with top customer service"

What do you like about Newswire?

My account representatives are friendly, helpful and flexible. They are super easy to work with.

8. Helpful
Users find Newswire's ease of use and helpful customer support essential for effective press release distribution.
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Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Working with Newswire has always been seamless"

What do you like about Newswire?

The most helpful thing that Newswire does is package options for specific markets which makes it simpler for us to help our agency clients get their p

Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.0/5

"Good service overall but you have to keep an eye on charges"

What do you like about Newswire?

I find it's relatively easy to use and the account managers go out of their way to be helpful at all times. We did find several mistakes in their bill

Top Cons or Disadvantages of Newswire

1. Expensive
Users find the expensive pricing limits accessibility for small businesses that could greatly benefit from the service.
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Shaye S.
SS

Shaye S.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Effective and Easy to Use"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

There is a cost involved, so will depend on your budget size.

Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Widest, fastest distribution network"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

The price hikes have been steep and push out small businesses that could benefit the most.

2. Pricing Issues
Users find the pricing issues of Newswire restrictive, especially for small businesses and nonprofits on limited budgets.
See 9 mentions

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Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Widest, fastest distribution network"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

The price hikes have been steep and push out small businesses that could benefit the most.

Lindsay S.
LS

Lindsay S.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.0/5

"Great customer service, easy to use, turnaround time A+"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Depending on the volume and frequency of press releases, the pricing did add up, and this was unappealing as an agency who mostly services smaller bus

3. Incomplete Media Coverage
Users express frustration over incomplete media coverage, leading to missed opportunities and uncertainty in ROI from press releases.
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Abhishek K.
AK

Abhishek K.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Reliable, unbiased, and diverse news platform"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

I suggest delve deeper into deciphering the information presented. Limited reporting about some industries can lead to misinterpretation or incomplete

Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

3.5/5

"My opinion on Newswire"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Like I wrote before, Newswire allows anyone or companies to publishing their press releases to their targeted media outlets as they wished. But, unfor

4. Limited Coverage
Users point out the limited coverage by Newswire, making it challenging for smaller companies to gain visibility.
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Abhishek K.
AK

Abhishek K.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Reliable, unbiased, and diverse news platform"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

I suggest delve deeper into deciphering the information presented. Limited reporting about some industries can lead to misinterpretation or incomplete

Richard W.
RW

Richard W.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.0/5

"Simple and easy to use for our press releases"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Newswire costs can be a bit high for small businesses or individuals with limited budgets. Also, because of the broad reach and sheer volume of releas

5. Small Business Disadvantage
Users find that high costs can disadvantage small businesses, limiting their access to valuable Newswire services.
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Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Widest, fastest distribution network"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

The price hikes have been steep and push out small businesses that could benefit the most.

Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Working with Newswire has always been seamless"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

I haven't encountered any major downsides of working with Newswire, except that the part of the service we like the most, the specific placements, is

6. Limited Functionality
Users find Newswire's limited functionality disappointing, especially regarding visibility and key features for budget-conscious clients.
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Danielle B.
DB

Danielle B.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

3.5/5

"Good for Quick Releases"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Never quite sure of the ROI. I can view some basic statistics, but it's not enough. Also do not feel the placement targeting is 100% spot on.

Verified User
U

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

3.5/5

"Easy to Use -- Low Click Through Rate"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Newswire had lower visibility than one might expect and very low number of people clicking through to our website. It was not the easiest to set up an

7. Insufficient Information
Users express a need for insufficient information on lists and targeting, impacting their strategic planning.
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Abhishek K.
AK

Abhishek K.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Reliable, unbiased, and diverse news platform"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

I suggest delve deeper into deciphering the information presented. Limited reporting about some industries can lead to misinterpretation or incomplete

Benedikt B.
BB

Benedikt B.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.0/5

"Great service, easy to use"

What do you dislike about Newswire?

my associate did not get to review the 'about our company' section - so an outdated version of that was published

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Cost Accountant
Accounting
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Effective Press Release Distribution with Great Support, but High Costs"
What do you like best about Newswire?

We use Newswire to publicly release informative press releases, which helps us reach all clients regardless of their locations

The program incorporates a broader media network, making it proficient in publishing announcements for al stakeholders

We closely monitor our media content or release, and this allows us obtain detailed campaign performance and insights

Newswire gives us guided campaigns and brilliant customer support, and this helps us have a positive PR Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Newswire has a premium distribution streams or plans that are extensively expensive, and this turns off companies with tight budgets

The process of targeting specific customers is also not very efficient and not a media outlets that are available Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JM
Medical Assistant
Medical Practice
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Effective Media Management with Newswire, but High Costs and Redundancy Issues"
What do you like best about Newswire?

Newswire is a fruitful media distribution and management platform, that closely monitor and analyze our media coverage effectively

The program helps us access huge databases with more than a million contacts for accurate targeting

The software makes the optimization of press release more strategic and this brings huge advantages

Newswire plans are flexible, creating a dependable payment plan and easy contract management Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Heavy use of Newswire requires a high payment plan and this scales up the expenses in a company

The issue of media redundancy is something that fails the efficiency of this app Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

ashish g.
AG
Head of Marketing
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Newswire in Marketing: A Powerful Tool for Brand Visibility"
What do you like best about Newswire?

What I like best about Newswire is its ability to amplify a brand’s story with credibility and scale.

Unlike traditional PR outreach, a single Newswire release can instantly place your announcement across hundreds of reputable media outlets, helping build trust, visibility, and SEO authority in one move. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

What I dislike about Newswire is that while it guarantees wide distribution, it doesn’t always guarantee meaningful engagement.

Your story may appear across dozens of sites, but most placements are syndicated, not earned editorial coverage — meaning there’s limited reader interaction or journalist follow-up. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

CB
Executive Assistant
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Quick and Easy"
What do you like best about Newswire?

How user friendly the interface was. I was able to create an account and publish the press release within 30 minutes.

I also was able to pick which industry the release was most related to as well.

The fact I the article was published the next morning at the exact helped a lot nad being able to see how many different stations picked it up was astonishing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

There was not much I did not like.

It was easy and accessible. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Allison D.
AD
PR & Influencer Marketing Specialist
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Easy Reach and User-friendly, but Limited Customization"
What do you like best about Newswire?

What I love most about Newswire is its impressive reach and how effortlessly it helps me connect with millions. The platform is incredibly user-friendly. Just upload your press release, and you’re set. Their customer service is also excellent, and I really appreciate the transparency in pricing, which makes budgeting simple and stress-free. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

There are a few unexpected fees that aren’t always clear upfront like charges for adding images or embedding videos. Customizing the appearance of the press release is also somewhat limited, with few formatting options available. After submission, the reporting didn’t feel entirely accurate or comprehensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jessica K.
JK
Marketing Director
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Easy platform for launching press releases"
What do you like best about Newswire?

the platform itself is really user friendly and i like the layout a lot. the approval process for getting them on the platform and distributed is quick, and i never have any issues with it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

i feel the same as before. i feel like in the medical sector, there should be a way to drill down futher into who it is reaching. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Velit T.
VT
Media Manager / Team Leader
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Very helpful to spread the news"
What do you like best about Newswire?

We used this service multiple times to send out press releases, and each time we received strong media coverage. I appreciate the ability to target our distribution, allowing us to send news to particular industries, regions, and media audiences. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

There is no assurance that the media will pick up your story or that it will receive any attention, and I also find the price somewhat high. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kyle S.
KS
Client Development Specialist
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Simple and Effective"
What do you like best about Newswire?

I liked how simple it was to use Newswire. The platform walks you through each step and makes it easy to distribute your release. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

It seems like many of the outlets that picked up our release were quite random and not related to the topic of our release. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AP
Managing Director
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Would not recommend - Reach has deteriorated"
What do you like best about Newswire?

The site is pretty easy to use. You can quickly load, review, and publish press releases. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Their prices have gone up quite a bit over the last couple of years while distribution has fallen significantly. For the last release we used them for, we paid more but the distribution was around half of what we had gotten before. Why pay more and get less eyeballs on your press release? Just doesn't make sense when other services deliver much broader reach. We unfortunately won't be using them again in the future. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
EC
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Solid press release distribution platform"
What do you like best about Newswire?

I like the self-serve aspect of the platform. It gives me the flexibility to navigate and manage press releases on my own. The process of choosing the right distribution channels for a specific release is straightforward, making it easy to tailor each announcement to reach the most relevant audiences. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Newswire?

Given Newswire’s has been a leader in the industry for a while, I feel that their pricing is on the higher end compared to other options in the market. I’ve come across alternative solutions that present themselves as being more cost-effective. However, I haven’t had the chance to use them directly to evaluate how they compare in terms of value and overall results. It would be helpful if Newswire could better highlight or communicate the unique value that justifies the premium compared to others. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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