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Hookest vs FasterDM

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Hookest compared with FasterDM
DetailHookest logo HookestFasterDM logo FasterDM
What it doesViral hooks library for TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts Auto-send a DM to everyone who comments on your Instagram posts and reels
StageStartup Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inUS IN
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree plan includes hook library, weekly hook radar, viral hook scoring and downloads. Pro plan: $9/month with competitor listening and MCP server. Public API plans: Builder $29/month (1,000 credits), Growth $99/month (5,000 credits), Scale $299/month (25,000 credits). Additional credits available at Not given
Key features
  • Free hook video library with 1000+ viral hooks
  • Platform-specific tracking for TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts
  • Weekly trending hooks list
  • Hooks organized by category including health, food, cars, fashion, beauty, electronics, technology, business, sports, travel, education, music and finance
  • Viral hook scoring system
  • Virality prediction API
  • Hook library API access
  • Webhooks for API predictions
  • Competitor listening tool
  • Free hook generator tools for TikTok, Instagram and YouTube
  • Keyword triggers - send DM on every comment or only when comment contains a chosen keyword
  • DM plus public reply - send private DM and public comment reply simultaneously
  • One DM per person - duplicate protection prevents duplicate messages to same user per campaign
  • Leads export - track and export all commenters as CSV
  • Automatic opt-outs - users replying 'stop' are never messaged again
  • Campaign controls - enable, pause, or delete automations per account
  • Official Instagram API - uses Meta-verified official API connection
  • Rate limit protection - campaigns pause automatically if Meta rate-limits account
  • No password sharing - connects through API permissions without requesting password
  • Data control - disconnect any account anytime and automatic data deletion
What makes it different
  • Free forever hook library with daily updates of trending formats
  • Separate platform analytics showing what works on each social media platform
  • AI-powered virality scoring for video hooks
  • Downloadable MP4 transitional hook clips ready to use in videos
  • Verified by Meta as official Tech Provider with no password sharing required
  • Responds to comments within seconds automatically
  • Send public and private replies simultaneously to maximize engagement
  • Free plan available with no credit card required
  • Referral program offering up to 15% commission
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)32 +1 (up) since last check1 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)202
Citation Flow (Majestic)3111
Referring domains (Majestic)784

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