Shoutout vs Trustpilot (2026)
How Shoutout and Trustpilot stack up — plus where VideoTestimonials fits as a third option.
Shoutout
Shoutout is a simple, budget-friendly testimonial tool for small businesses. It supports both video and text testimonial collection with a focus on ease of use. Offers a lifetime deal option.
All-in-one platform
Video + text testimonial collection, 55 image studio templates, 10+ Wall of Love widgets, REST API, multi-space.
Trustpilot
Trustpilot is a well-known public review platform where consumers leave verified reviews. Businesses can manage their profile and use paid tools to leverage their reviews.
Pricing across all three plans
Each row is a tier — Starter, Pro, etc. — with real prices from each platform's pricing page.
| Plan | Shoutout | VideoTestimonials | Trustpilot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | No free tier | Free | Free (consumer only) |
| Monthly | $15/mo | $24/mo | From $299/mo |
| Lifetime | $199 one-time | N/A | From $629/mo |
Read the deep dive
We don’t maintain a direct Shoutout vs Trustpilot blog post — but we’ve done detailed head-to-head comparisons of each against VideoTestimonials. Both posts give you a clear picture of how the platforms differ.
More on each platform
Common questions
Shoutout is cheaper — why should I switch?
Shoutout is more affordable ($15/mo or $199 lifetime) but has only 2 widget types, ~3 import sources, and no image studio. VideoTestimonials offers 10+ widgets, 20 import sources, image studio with 50+ templates, and a free tier to start.
Can I keep my existing testimonials?
Yes. Export from Shoutout and import via CSV. All your testimonials, ratings, and customer info will transfer.
Does VideoTestimonials work on any website?
Yes, our widgets work on WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, Squarespace, Wix, and any site that supports HTML embeds.
Should I keep my Trustpilot profile?
You can keep your Trustpilot profile for public visibility while using VideoTestimonials to collect and display testimonials on your own site with full control.
Can I import my Trustpilot reviews?
Yes. We have a direct Trustpilot import feature that pulls your reviews automatically, no CSV export needed.
What about Trustpilot's SEO benefits?
Trustpilot reviews build their domain authority, not yours. With VideoTestimonials, testimonials on your site contribute to your own SEO.
Weighing Shoutout against Trustpilot?
Try the third option free.
VideoTestimonials collects video and text testimonials through one link, imports the reviews you already have, and embeds them anywhere. Free plan includes 10 videos, 20 text testimonials and a Wall of Love — no credit card, nothing expires.