r/datascraping&api·Social Automation
PhantomBuster

PhantomBuster

Cloud-based Reddit and social media automation

From $69/mo

What is PhantomBuster?

PhantomBuster is a social media automation platform offering no-code pre-built automations for Reddit and other platforms. It includes Reddit scrapers, profile extraction, and multi-platform workflow capabilities for growth hackers and marketers.

Key Features

  • Reddit Scrapers: Pre-built Reddit data extraction templates
  • Profile Extraction: Gather user profile and engagement data automatically
  • Pre-built Automations: Ready-to-use workflows for common Reddit tasks
  • Multi-platform Integration: Connect Reddit to other social networks

Pricing

Freemium with paid plans: Free tier available, $69/month for professional tiers

Who Is PhantomBuster Best For?

Growth hackers, social media managers, and marketers wanting multi-platform automation. It's valuable for users needing coordinated automation across Reddit and other social channels simultaneously.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Works across multiple platforms simultaneously
  • No-code templates make setup fast
  • Cloud-based with no local setup required
  • Pre-built workflows save development time

Cons

  • Expensive compared to single-purpose tools
  • Can violate platform Terms of Service
  • Many features overlap with cheaper alternatives
  • Customer support varies by plan tier

Alternatives to PhantomBuster

If PhantomBuster doesn't fit your needs, consider: Apify (specialized Reddit scraping), PRAW (programming API), Bardeen (AI-powered automation).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can PhantomBuster get me banned from Reddit?

Excessive scraping or automation can violate Reddit's terms, so use responsibly and monitor for policy changes.

What's included in the free plan?

The free plan includes limited runs and basic template access, with more runs available on paid plans.

Use Cases

  • Reddit data scraping
  • Profile extraction
  • Automated engagement
  • Lead generation

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Multi-platform, No-code automation, Cloud-based, Pre-built phantoms

Cons

  • -Expensive, Reddit is one of many platforms, Can violate ToS

Who is PhantomBuster best for?

Growth hackers automating data collection across platforms including Reddit

FAQ

Does PhantomBuster have Reddit-specific tools?

Yes, including Reddit profile scrapers and post extractors.

Is it no-code?

Yes, all automations are pre-built.

Quick Info

Pricing

From $69/mo

Subcategory

Social Automation

Best For

Growth hackers automating data collection across platforms including Reddit