For years, I posted everywhere looking for higher engagement: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Meta groups. I tried them all.
I chased impressions, likes, shares. Most of the time, results were underwhelming.
Then Reddit came along. Well, Reddit’s ‘been along’ for 20 years, believe it or not. What I should say is, “then I came along to Reddit”.
I heard that Reddit is the place where engagement is on fire. They weren’t wrong!
One post in r/defi got 28,000 views in 24 days, plus dozens of comments and shares.
That moment felt like a revelation: I’d been spending 80% of my time posting where the return was next to nothing.
So I made a decision: I’m pulling back from Meta, YouTube and TikTok, and going full tilt into Reddit + LinkedIn.
Here’s why Reddit is outperforming almost every other social network, and why it deserves more of your attention.
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- Reddit’s Massive Active User Base + Growth
- Organic Reach Isn’t Dead on Reddit
- Community & Niche = Higher Engagement Rates
- Traffic from Search + Impressions
- Meta & Other Networks Are Getting Harder
- Reddit’s Real Data That Matches My Experience
- Why Focus on Reddit + LinkedIn
- What This Means for Your Strategy
- Caveats & What to Watch Out For
- FAQ
- Final Thoughts
1. Reddit’s Massive Active User Base + Growth
- Reddit has ~500 million monthly visitors globally.
- Daily active uniques (DAU) hit ~101.7 million users. Reddit is increasing both traffic and engagement year over year.
- In the UK, Reddit recently overtook X (formerly Twitter) in popularity, becoming the fifth-most used social media site.
That means even niche subreddits have real eyeballs. If one of my posts in r/defi garners 28k views in under a month, imagine what consistent posting can produce.
2. Organic Reach Isn’t Dead on Reddit
Meta’s organic reach has been shrinking for years. Many posts fail to get any traction unless boosted with ads or heavily optimized. Reddit works differently:
- Reddit threads that hit the front or within active subreddits get more impressions from real engagement: upvotes, comments, shares.
- Sprout Social reports Reddit’s users are young, active, and looking to engage with raw, honest discussion.
- Cost-per-click / ad costs are lower on Reddit compared to Meta / Instagram which means pushing content (or testing ideas) is cheaper.
3. Community & Niche = Higher Engagement Rates
Reddit is built around topics, subreddits, communities. That structure fosters more relevant engagement.
- Users are there to talk, debate, share opinions, not just scroll past posts.
- Posts that align with community norms, address real questions and pain points, or share stories get more upvotes / replies than generic self-promotion.
- Because every subreddit has moderators and rules, the quality tends to stay higher (if you respect the norms).
In contrast, Meta feeds are more saturated with ads, generic content, algorithmic prioritization. You often need to “game” the Meta algorithm just to get reach.
4. Traffic from Search + Impressions
Reddit doesn’t live only inside itself. Posts frequently show up in Google search results, especially when people search for specific questions or niche topics (e.g. “best yield farming protocol issues”, “security concerns smart contracts”).
- Google’s algorithm changes have increased visibility for Reddit content. Posts and subthreads are being shown as sources for “helpful content” queries.
- Reddit’s SEO value is rising, meaning you get dual-benefit: social engagement plus search traffic.
5. Meta & Other Networks Are Getting Harder
Examples / Issues:
- Organic reach on Facebook is down for most pages. Outside tight niche groups, you need paid or huge budget to get visibility.
- Instagram / TikTok can work for reach if content is highly visual or trending. However, they demand constant video output, algorithm changes, and paid boosts.
- LinkedIn is good for professional content and network growth, but impressions and virality tend to grow slower and require more structured content. The audience is more formal.
6. Reddit’s Real Data That Matches My Experience
To match what I saw in r/defi (28k views, ~36 upvotes, ~48 comments, ~29 shares in 24 days):
- Reddit’s stats show users spending 20+ minutes per session on average.
- Reddit’s ad revenue and ad business are growing fast (over 30-40% YoY in many reports). That suggests the platform is thriving as both a content and ad environment.
- Reddit’s CPC (cost per click) is significantly lower than on Facebook/Instagram. For many marketers, this means more value per dollar when testing or posting content.
7. Why Focus on Reddit + LinkedIn
Putting most of your effort into Meta (Facebook / Instagram) often gives you:
- Low reach unless paying.
- Low chances of being seen by the right audience.
- Fast content decay.
Meanwhile, Reddit + LinkedIn:
- Reddit gives you higher reach on niche topics, more comments and shares per impression.
- LinkedIn helps with authority, especially in B2B / professional circles.
- Between the two, you cover both community engagement (Reddit) and industry credibility (LinkedIn).
What This Means for Your Strategy
If you decide to pivot like I did, here are some action steps:
- Pick a few relevant subreddits. Engage: comment, post, share insights. Don’t just promote.
- Reuse content: a post you wrote for LinkedIn may be a discussion prompt for Reddit. Adjust tone.
- Track metrics: impressions, comments, upvotes, saves. Compare to what you got on Meta historically.
- Post consistently. On Reddit, timing + relevance matters more than pure volume.
- Allocate a little ad spend or boosting only for content that already shows engagement or interest.
Caveats & What to Watch Out For
- Reddit requires authenticity. If content is too salesy / self-promo, you’ll get downvoted or banned.
- Building presence takes time in certain subreddits. Moderation can be tough.
- Not every topic will get big numbers. Very narrow subreddits may have fewer viewers but high engagement.
Still, those trade-offs are manageable given how much more return I’ve been seeing per post.
FAQ
Q: Does Reddit really drive more impressions than Meta?
Yes. Meta restricts organic reach heavily, while Reddit thrives on engagement. One quality post can generate tens of thousands of views without paid boosts.
Q: Can Reddit posts rank on Google?
Absolutely. Reddit’s SEO visibility has exploded, with threads often appearing on page one for trending and niche queries.
Q: Is Reddit only for crypto/Web3?
No. While Web3 discussions thrive, Reddit has thriving communities across tech, finance, health, education, hobbies, and more.
Q: How often should I post on Reddit?
Consistency matters. Start with 1–2 thoughtful posts a week plus regular commenting to build trust before scaling.
Q: What’s the biggest risk of using Reddit for marketing?
Being overly promotional. Subreddits are moderated, and users punish spam fast. The key is adding value first, linking second.
Final Thoughts
Reddit is not for everyone. But in 2025, if you want your content to get impressions, engagement, and real eyeballs—not just likes from followers—you can’t ignore it.
Scrolling through Meta and hoping for reach is like expecting a leaky faucet to fill a bucket. Reddit + LinkedIn = turning the faucet on full blast.
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