Buska alternative with deeper intent detection
Go beyond social monitoring. CatchIntent's AI identifies genuine buying intent on Reddit, X, LinkedIn, Hacker News, and Bluesky.
Why teams switch from Buska
Real challenges that lead people to look for alternatives
Broad monitoring, shallow intent
Buska monitors mentions across platforms but lacks the deep AI analysis to identify genuine buying intent.
Keyword-based alerts
Alerts triggered by keyword matches, not contextual understanding. Casual mentions mixed with real opportunities.
No intent classification
Buska can't distinguish between someone researching, complaining, or ready to buy. All mentions look the same.
Manual lead qualification
You still need to review each alert to determine if it's worth pursuing. Time-consuming as volume grows.
General social listening focus
Built for brand monitoring across platforms, not specifically optimized for B2B lead generation.
Limited prioritization
No AI scoring to help you focus on the highest-intent conversations first.
Buska vs CatchIntent
An objective comparison of features and capabilities
| Feature | Buska | CatchIntent |
|---|---|---|
| Intent Detection | ~ Basic | ✓ AI-powered |
| Noise Filtering | ~ Keyword rules | ✓ 95%+ AI filtering |
| Lead Scoring | ✗ No | ✓ Relevance scores |
| Reddit Coverage | ✓ Yes | ✓ Deep coverage |
| Hacker News | ~ Limited | ✓ Full coverage |
| Bluesky | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Primary Focus | Social monitoring | ✓ Lead generation |
| Intent Classification | ✗ No | ✓ Multiple intent types |
Why CatchIntent is different
Built for modern teams who need intent detection, not just keyword alerts
AI understands buying intent
CatchIntent classifies intent types — buying, comparing, switching, complaining — not just keyword presence.
95% noise reduction
Our AI filters irrelevant mentions before they reach you. Only see conversations with genuine purchase signals.
Built for lead generation
Every feature is designed to help you find and convert buyers. Not adapted from a brand monitoring tool.
Relevance scoring
Each signal includes an AI score so you know which leads to prioritize first.
Deep platform coverage
Comprehensive Reddit, X, LinkedIn, Hacker News, and Bluesky monitoring where tech buyers have real conversations.
Instant workflow integration
Get signals via Slack, Email, Discord, or webhooks. No dashboard required.
Simple pricing,
no surprises
Pay for high-quality signals, not keyword noise. All plans include monitoring across all supported platforms.
Free Trial
$07-day free trial included with every plan. Try CatchIntent risk-free.
Basic
For solo founders testing the waters.
Pro
PopularFor teams ready to scale outreach.
Enterprise
For teams who need the best signals & full control.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does CatchIntent compare to Buska?
Buska is a social monitoring tool. CatchIntent is specifically built for lead generation with AI that identifies buying intent, not just keyword mentions.
Does CatchIntent cover as many platforms?
CatchIntent focuses on Reddit, X, LinkedIn, Hacker News, and Bluesky with deep intent analysis. We prioritize finding buyers over broad coverage.
What makes the intent detection better?
CatchIntent's AI analyzes context, language patterns, and sentiment to classify intent types — buying, comparing, switching, etc. Not just keyword matching.
Is there a free trial?
Yes! CatchIntent offers a 7-day free trial with no credit card required. Experience AI intent detection before committing.
How much time will I save?
Most users save 5-10 hours per week. Instead of reviewing every mention, you only see AI-qualified signals worth responding to.
Can I use both tools?
Some teams use Buska for general brand monitoring and CatchIntent specifically for high-intent lead generation. Different tools for different purposes.
Have more questions? Browse all FAQs or book a demo to talk to our team.