GBP Reviews vs EmbedSocial
An EmbedSocial alternative for Google reviews: one flat price for unlimited locations, with no monthly view limits.
The short version
EmbedSocial is a broad social proof suite with social media feeds, many review sources, and faster sync on its higher plans. If you only need Google reviews, GBP Reviews costs far less, especially across several locations, because each Google location counts as a separate EmbedSocial source.
| Feature | GBP Reviews | EmbedSocial |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99/month | From €29/month (Pro), €49 (Pro Plus), €99 (Premium); yearly billing saves 20% |
| Google locations | Unlimited | Each location is a source: 3 (Pro), 6 (Pro Plus), 15 (Premium) |
| Free option | 14-day trial, no card required | Free plan: 1 source, 500 views/month |
| Monthly view limits | None | 5,000 (Pro), 20,000 (Pro Plus), 100,000 (Premium) |
| Over the limit | Not applicable | Widgets stop showing until the next month or an upgrade |
| Sync frequency | Daily, plus manual sync any time | Every 24 hours (Free), 3 hours (Pro, Pro Plus), 30 minutes (Premium) |
| Sources | Google Business Profiles you own or manage | Google plus social sources such as Facebook pages, Instagram accounts, and Instagram hashtags |
| Widgets | Unlimited | Unlimited |
When EmbedSocial is the better choice
- You want Instagram or Facebook feeds alongside your reviews.
- You need reviews to update every few hours rather than daily.
- You want one social proof platform for a whole marketing team.
Why choose GBP Reviews
- Every location for one price. Ten locations on EmbedSocial need the €99/month Premium plan; on GBP Reviews they're included in $9.99/month.
- No view counting, so widgets never disappear because of traffic.
- You choose exactly which reviews appear, and in what order, for each widget.
- Focused. Google reviews only, with grids, carousels, a JSON feed, and API access.
Try GBP Reviews free for 14 days
$9.99/month for unlimited locations and widgets after the trial, with no GBP Reviews branding on your widgets. No credit card required to start.
EmbedSocial details were checked on October 7, 2026 against their published pricing and may have changed since. GBP Reviews is not affiliated with EmbedSocial, and all trademarks belong to their owners. Spot something out of date? Email [email protected].