Head to head · Best Editorial Calendar Software
CoSchedule vs PublishPress
PublishPress scores higher overall (3.8 vs 2.8), but the right pick depends on which dimension matters most to you.
| Criterion | CoScheduleMarginal Fit | PublishPressStrong Choice |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 2.8 | 3.8— higher score for PublishPress |
| Capability45% of composite | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| Publisher fit40% of composite | 1.0 | 3.5— higher score for PublishPress |
| Total cost of ownership15% of composite | 4.3 | 4.7— higher score for PublishPress |
| Best for | Mid-Market, Enterprise | Small, Mid-Market |
| Pricing | Free Forever plan available; Social Calendar starts at $19/user/mo (billed annually); Marketing Suite and Enterprise plans require custom quotes. | Business $129/year for one site. (vendor pricing page, verified 2026-08-06) |
CoSchedule
- Unified marketing calendar
- Easy tracking
- Collaborate and organize all marketing in one place
- Could do better with deeper integration options for third-party analytics tools
PublishPress
- Allows for tailored content approval processes
- A comprehensive set of plugins for WordPress publishing
- Content Calendar with drag and drop functionality
- Could do better with advanced real-time collaboration features
Common questions
Is CoSchedule or PublishPress better?
PublishPress scores higher overall (3.8 vs 2.8), but the right pick depends on which dimension matters most to you. CoSchedule scores 2.8/5 and PublishPress scores 3.8/5 on Benchmark Grid's independent assessment. Scores are set editorially by SODP against published criteria and cannot be purchased.
Which is cheaper, CoSchedule or PublishPress?
On total cost of ownership — which covers pricing transparency, entry cost, implementation, hidden-fee risk and ongoing cost — CoSchedule scores 4.3/5 and PublishPress scores 4.7/5. A higher score means better value, not a lower sticker price.
How are these scores calculated?
Each tool is assessed across 12 criteria grouped into Capability (45% of the composite), Publisher Fit (40%) and Total Cost of Ownership (15%). Assessment is carried out by SODP's editorial team against a published methodology. Vendors cannot pay for inclusion, scores or rankings.
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