At a glance
- Free: 3 channels and 10 queued posts each
- Essentials: $5 per channel annually
- Team: $10 per channel annually
- AI Assistant and API included
What is it?
Buffer prioritizes clarity. Publishing, ideas, analytics and community engagement are separated into an easy workflow with little setup overhead.
Per-channel pricing is fair for a small footprint but becomes significant across many brands. Agencies should calculate total channels rather than compare only the advertised single-channel price.
Key features
- Simple queue and calendar publishing
- AI Assistant and ideas board
- Analytics and custom reports on paid plans
- Team approvals and access controls
Pricing and plans
Free
$0
3 channels and 10 scheduled slots per channel.
Essentials
$5/channel/mo annual
Unlimited scheduled posts and advanced analytics.
Team
$10/channel/mo annual
Unlimited members, permissions and approvals.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Very easy to use
- Useful free tier
- Transparent per-channel model
Cons
- Many channels increase cost
- Free queue is limited
- Advanced team work doubles channel price
Our verdict
Buffer remains one of the safest simple schedulers. dopost is a compelling alternative if bundled account limits, workspaces and a lower multi-channel total fit better.
Comparison with dopost
| Area | Buffer | dopost |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | 3 channels, 10 queued each | 3 accounts, 10 monthly posts total |
| Paid model | $5 or $10 per channel | Bundled account limits |
| Team scaling | Team price per channel | Seats and workspaces by plan |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffer free?
Yes. Buffer Free supports up to 3 channels with 10 scheduled slots per channel.
How much is Buffer?
Annual Essentials pricing starts at $5 per channel monthly; Team starts at $10 per channel.
What is a Buffer alternative?
dopost offers a visual multi-platform calendar with bundled account plans instead of per-channel billing.
Sources and methodology
This editorial review is based on the vendor's public website, pricing page and help documentation. We do not invent user quotes or ratings, and outbound vendor links are marked nofollow.