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Simple social media scheduling.

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Buffer
Pricing
Freemium — Free – $6/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Ios, Android
Best for
Solopreneurs, Smb
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Remote

What is Buffer?

Buffer is a social media management tool from Buffer. Buffer is a clean, affordable tool for scheduling and publishing to social channels.

Buffer uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $6/mo.

It's best suited to solopreneurs, smb and runs on Web, Ios, Android.

Standout strengths include simple and clean, affordable, good free tier. Worth weighing: fewer analytics than rivals.

Buffer pricing

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Pros

  • Simple and clean
  • Affordable
  • Good free tier

Cons

  • Fewer analytics than rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is Buffer?

Buffer is a clean, affordable tool for scheduling and publishing to social channels.

How much does Buffer cost?

Buffer is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $6/mo.

Does Buffer have a free trial?

Buffer offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Buffer support?

Buffer is available on Web, Ios, Android.