Buffer
Social media management tool for scheduling, publishing, and analyzing posts across platforms, priced per connected channel.
Pricing
What we hold on record for Buffer.
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Entry price
- $5/mo (billed monthly)
- Plan details
- Free tier; paid from $5/mo per channel
Re-checked against the live pricing page on Jul 2, 2026
Advertised prices often assume annual billing — The Annual-Billing Illusion , our study of 150 tools.
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffer free?
There's a free tier. Paid plans start at $5/mo. We last checked this against the live pricing page on Jul 2, 2026.
How much does Buffer cost?
Plans start at $5/mo billed monthly. We last checked this against the live pricing page on Jul 2, 2026.
What are the best Buffer alternatives?
The closest matches in our directory are Repurpose.io, Metricool, AiComment and Brandwise AI — see "More tools like this" below for the full set.
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