Buffer vs Metricool
| Buffer | Metricool | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $5/mo | $1.67/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, api, extension, iOS, Web | Android, api, extension, iOS, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | $5/mo | $20/mo |
| Social accounts | 1 | 1 |
| Supported networks | Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, Google Business Profile, Start Pages, Mastodon, YouTube Shorts, Threads, Bluesky | Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Bluesky, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, Google Business Profile, YouTube, Twitch |
| Scheduled posts | 10 | 20 |
| Social inbox | Yes | Yes |
| Approval workflow | Yes | Yes |
| Analytics level | advanced | basic |
| Team users | 1 | — |
Both are listed in Best Social Media Management Tools, Best Social Media Scheduling Software, Best AI Social Media Management Software. On Inferse, Buffer scores higher on our published basis.