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ShortSync is built specifically for short-form video creators who need efficient cross-posting to all platforms.

Dr_Night
Dr. Night
Content Creator

"It takes me 5 minutes to upload 5 videos to all platforms. Manually, it would take me ~1 hour daily. Without ShortSync, I wouldn't be able to post all my daily content."

CookingStudent
CookingStudent
Content Creator

"ShortSync cut my upload time by 90%. I can post to every platform without lifting a finger."

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Upload to 4 Platforms in Minutes

See how easy it is to schedule your short-form videos across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.

4
Platforms
YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
€14.99
Unlimited Uploads
Metricool starts at $18
90%
Time Saved
Bulk upload & schedule

Platform Support Comparison

See which platforms each tool supports for video posting

PlatformShortSyncMetricool
YouTube Shorts
TikTok
Instagram Reels
Facebook Reels

Feature Comparison

Compare key features for video content creators

FeatureShortSyncMetricool
Bulk Video UploadLimited
Scheduling
Custom Captions per Platform
Custom ThumbnailsLimited
First Comment Automation
AnalyticsComing Soon
Team Collaboration

Pricing Comparison

See how the pricing stacks up

RECOMMENDED

ShortSync

€14.99/month

Unlimited uploads

  • Free plan with 5 uploads/month
  • All 4 video platforms included
  • Bulk upload & scheduling
  • Custom captions & thumbnails
  • No per-channel fees
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Metricool

$18/month

Per brand pricing

  • 1 brand, 50 posts/month
  • Post limits on all plans (50/month free)
  • Analytics-focused, not video-focused
  • Per-brand pricing for multiple projects
  • Limited custom thumbnail support
Best for creators who prioritize analytics over publishing features

Head-to-Head Comparison

Video-First Focus

ShortSyncWinner

Built exclusively for short-form video. Bulk uploads, custom thumbnails, first comment automation—all optimized for video creators.

Metricool

General social media tool with analytics focus. Video features exist but aren't the primary focus.

Platform Coverage for Video

ShortSyncWinner

All 4 major short-form video platforms: YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook with official API partnerships.

Metricool

Supports video platforms but as a general social media tool, not video-focused.

Bulk Video Uploads

ShortSyncWinner

Upload multiple videos at once and distribute across all platforms. Perfect for batch content workflows.

Metricool

Limited bulk upload capabilities. Free plan restricted to 50 posts/month total.

Pricing for High-Volume Creators

ShortSyncWinner

€14.99/month for unlimited uploads. No post limits, no per-brand fees for creators.

Metricool

Free plan limited to 50 posts. Paid plans charge per brand, and costs increase with more brands.

Analytics & Reporting

ShortSync

Analytics coming soon. Currently focused on efficient publishing and cross-posting.

MetricoolWinner

Comprehensive analytics with competitor analysis, hashtag tracking, and custom reports.

Free Plan Value

ShortSync

5 uploads/month to all 4 video platforms. No post limits per platform.

Metricool

50 posts/month across all content types to 1 brand. Good for testing but limited for serious creators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about switching from Metricool to ShortSync

For video-first creators, yes. ShortSync is built specifically for short-form video with features like bulk uploads, custom thumbnails per platform, and first comment automation. Metricool is better if analytics are your primary need, but for video distribution, ShortSync wins.

Metricool is designed as a general social media tool with analytics as the main feature. ShortSync is laser-focused on video publishing, which allows us to offer unlimited uploads at a flat monthly price without post restrictions.

It depends on your needs. Metricool's free plan offers 50 posts/month with analytics. ShortSync's free plan offers 5 video uploads/month to all 4 platforms. If you prioritize video posting to multiple platforms, ShortSync's free plan is better. If you want general scheduling with analytics, Metricool's free plan works.

Very easy! Simply sign up for ShortSync (no credit card required), connect your social accounts, and start uploading. Your existing scheduled posts on other platforms won't be affected—you can transition at your own pace.

Yes! ShortSync offers a free plan with 5 uploads per month—no credit card required. You can test all features before committing to a paid plan.

No! ShortSync charges a flat €14.99/month for unlimited uploads to all 4 supported platforms (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook). No per-channel fees.

ShortSync supports team collaboration with workspace features. You can invite team members to collaborate on content scheduling and management.

ShortSync is built specifically for short-form video creators. We focus on bulk uploads, custom thumbnails per platform, first comment automation, and official API partnerships—features that general social media tools often lack.

ShortSync focuses on the 4 major short-form video platforms: YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Facebook Reels. If you primarily create video content, we've got you covered.

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