Tools · Social media

Buffer

Schedule posts to several social networks, with an AI assistant for drafting.

Free plan

Price

Free plan. Essentials: $5 a month per channel billed yearly. Team: $10 a month per channel billed yearly. 14-day free trial.

Free plan

Up to 3 channels and 10 scheduled posts per channel at a time; 1 API key.

Best for

Small businesses posting regularly to a few social accounts.

Watch out for

Free plan limits to 3 channels.

UK notes

Prices are in US dollars.

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Useful for

Marketing and designSocial mediaCafés and restaurantsHair and beauty salonsIndependent shopsEstate and letting agentsPersonal trainers and gymsFloristsDriving instructorsMarket traders and mobile businessesOnline shopsBakeriesPubs and barsMusic and dance teachersCraft and handmade sellersBookshops and gift shops

Alternatives to Buffer

Canva

Free plan

Drag-and-drop design for social posts, flyers, menus and presentations, with AI tools such as Magic Write.

Adobe Express

Free plan

Templates, stock assets and generative AI for social posts, flyers and short videos.

Questions

Does Buffer have a free plan?

Yes. Up to 3 channels and 10 scheduled posts per channel at a time; 1 API key.

How much does Buffer cost?

Free plan. Essentials: $5 a month per channel billed yearly. Team: $10 a month per channel billed yearly. 14-day free trial.

What are the alternatives to Buffer?

Alternatives include Canva, Adobe Express.

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