Meltwater vs Event Registry: A Practical Comparison for Analysts, PR, and Intelligence Teams

In the ever-evolving world of media monitoring and intelligence, professionals across industries are rethinking the tools they rely on. Whether you're in PR, finance, government, or strategic risk, one thing is clear: it's no longer enough to track mentions. You need context, control, and flexibility.

That's why more teams are looking beyond all-in-one platforms like Meltwater. While Meltwater has long been a heavyweight in the media intelligence space, it doesn't fit every use case—and it certainly doesn't fit every budget.

At Event Registry, we've seen a steady rise in users migrating from large, enterprise suites in search of something leaner, more customizable, and easier to work with. Here's how the two platforms compare across critical dimensions.

Disclaimer: This comparison is based on publicly available product information, vendor documentation, and user feedback as of July 2025. Please confirm with providers directly for the most up-to-date information.

Why Teams Are Making the Switch

Pricing That Reflects Real Usage

Many platforms lock features behind steep, enterprise-only pricing tiers. While Event Registry does not publish standard prices, our plans are modular and tailored to match each client's actual usage. No bloated packages, no unnecessary features.

Contract Flexibility

Long, inflexible contracts are a common pain point among enterprise users. Event Registry offers flexible agreements, including short-term and month-to-month options.

News Monitoring with Context

Tracking mentions is no longer enough. Analysts and comms teams need structured insights that capture the events behind the mentions—and how narratives evolve. Event Registry monitors over 150,000 sources and tags events, entities, and sentiment in real-time.

Support That Understands Analysts

Event Registry clients work directly with experienced analysts and product experts who understand their workflows. We provide tailored onboarding and responsive support that scales with your needs.

Built-In Customization

Whether it's filtering by region, adding specific media outlets, or configuring dashboards for team workflows, Event Registry adapts to the way you work. In select plans, we also accommodate source onboarding upon request—and these sources are made available across the platform, not just for monitoring.

Multi-Year Historical Archives

Unlike some platforms that limit access to the past 12–15 months, Event Registry supports deep, multi-year historical analysis. This is especially valuable for financial analysts, geopolitical researchers, and trend forecasters who rely on long-term context across regions and time periods.

Built for Developers Too

Unlike closed platforms, Event Registry also offers a powerful News API for organizations building their own custom tools. Whether it's integrating real-time news into internal dashboards, running proprietary analyses, or developing in-house media intelligence systems, our API gives teams the flexibility to build what Meltwater can’t offer.

What You Can Discover with Event Registry

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What Our Clients Say

"With Event Registry, we can track which media outlets are reporting on our campaigns, how much coverage we're getting, and even identify the journalists behind the stories. It's helped us build meaningful media relationships and amplify our cause. We also monitor the broader environmental conversation across multiple languages and regions—all without being locked into a rigid annual contract. We only pay for what we use, which fits perfectly with how NGOs operate." — Environmental NGO

"We rely on Event Registry for media trend analysis during regulatory shifts and M&A activity. It's easy to track how narratives evolve across different markets and languages—something we couldn’t do with our previous tool. The flexibility to benchmark sentiment and customize dashboards lets us stay on top of fast-moving developments without committing to a bloated contract." — Financial Intelligence Analyst

Conclusion: Smarter Intelligence for Modern Teams

Meltwater remains a strong platform for broad, enterprise-scale media coverage. But for professionals who need agile intelligence, analyst-grade filtering, and event-level insights, Event Registry provides a powerful alternative.

Whether you're managing public perception, tracking risk signals, benchmarking narratives, or building cross-border media strategies, Event Registry adapts to your specific needs.

Ready to explore a more flexible intelligence platform? Book a demo and discover what Event Registry can do for your team.

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