PR.com

Review:

PR.com offers an easy-to-use press release distribution platform, and businesses have a choice of several affordable packages, including a completely free option. While the free plan is limited, the paid plans include a range of great features, including social media distribution, a search-optimized image, and reports.

The highest pricing tier offers more advanced features, including enhanced editorial proofreading and same-day distribution. It also includes syndication to the Associated Press Newsroom and top media outlets, on PR.com's voice and mobile distribution networks, and across 10 regional and 10 industry distribution channels.

Pros:

• Businesses have a choice of a free plan and feature-rich paid packages.
• All paid plans include file attachments, a search-optimized image, an online posting report, and social media distribution.
• The top-level plan includes same-day distribution, enhanced editorial support, and distribution to additional networks.
• PR.com sends releases to their subscriber list of opt-in journalists and end-users.
• The software automatically creates a PDF version of press releases.

Cons:

• The platform's free plan does not include images, next-day distribution, or a PDF version of press releases.
• PR.com charges a fee of $29.95 per external link.
• The platform does not feature a media contact database.
• There are no press release writing services available.

Reputation:

On G2, PR.com has a 3.9-star rating based on more than a dozen reviews. The feedback is mostly positive, with users describing the platform as easy to use and budget-friendly. On TrustRadius, a handful of users gave the platform a 2-star rating, citing subpar customer service and clunky interface as downfalls.