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Buffer alternatives

The closest alternatives to Buffer are Canva, OpusClip and Picsart, which also cover managing social media. 8 of the 11 listed here can be used for free, including Canva and OpusClip. The lowest paid plan starts at $7 per month (HubSpot).

Alternatives
11
Free options
8
Updated
Nov 2026

Closest first: ordered by how many of Buffer's tasks each tool shares, then by popularity.

  1. 1

    CanvaFree tier

    All-in-one graphic design platform with AI image generation, templates, and team collaboration.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web · iOS · Android

  2. 2

    OpusClipVerifiedFree tier · from $15/mo

    Turns long videos into short, captioned clips for creators and social teams.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web · API

  3. 3

    PicsartVerifiedPaid · from $10.50/mo

    A web and mobile studio for making and editing images, video, and audio with a large catalog of AI models.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web

  4. 4

    JasperVerifiedFree trial · from $59/mo

    An AI marketing platform for teams that need on-brand content and repeatable campaign workflows.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web · API · Browser extension

  5. 5

    RytrVerifiedFree tier

    AI writing assistant for client-facing teams that drafts in your voice and tracks follow-ups.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Browser extension

  6. 6

    PhoneUseVerifiedPaid · from $20/mo

    Gives AI agents a cloud or real phone so they can use mobile apps and read SMS codes.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Android · iOS · API · Command line

  7. 7

    MailchimpFree tier

    Email marketing platform for building, sending and analysing campaigns and automated email sequences.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web · iOS · Android

  8. 8

    SemrushFree trial · from $139/mo

    All-in-one SEO and marketing platform covering keyword research, competitor analysis, content and social media.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web · Browser extension

  9. 9

    Predis.aiVerifiedFree trial · from $19/mo

    Generates video and image ads, product videos, and UGC-style creatives for e-commerce brands and marketing teams.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web · iOS · Android · API

  10. 10

    HubSpotVerifiedFree tier · from $7/mo

    A connected CRM and marketing, sales, and service platform for growing businesses.

    Also does:Managing social media

    Web · iOS · Android

  11. 11

    HootsuiteVerifiedFree trial · from $99/mo

    Social media management platform for scheduling posts, handling messages, and tracking performance for teams.

    Also does:Managing social media

    API

At a glance

ToolPricingFreePlatformsAPIChecked
BufferFree tier · from $5/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extensionYes—
CanvaFree tierYesWeb, iOS, AndroidNo—
OpusClipFree tier · from $15/moYesWeb, APIYesNov 4, 2026
PicsartPaid · from $10.50/moYesWebNoNov 4, 2026
JasperFree trial · from $59/moNoWeb, API, Browser extensionYesNov 4, 2026
RytrFree tierYesBrowser extensionYesNov 4, 2026
PhoneUsePaid · from $20/moNoAndroid, iOS, API, Command lineYesNov 3, 2026
MailchimpFree tierYesWeb, iOS, AndroidYes—
SemrushFree trial · from $139/moYesWeb, Browser extensionYes—
Predis.aiFree trial · from $19/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, APIYesNov 4, 2026
HubSpotFree tier · from $7/moYesWeb, iOS, AndroidYesNov 4, 2026
HootsuiteFree trial · from $99/moNoAPIYesNov 4, 2026

Common questions

What is the best alternative to Buffer?
Canva is the closest match: it also covers managing social media. OpusClip and Picsart come next. Alternatives are ordered by how many of Buffer's tasks they share, then by how popular they are.
Is there a free alternative to Buffer?
Yes. Canva, OpusClip and Picsart can be used for free. Canva has a free plan.
What is the cheapest alternative to Buffer?
Among paid plans, HubSpot starts lowest at $7 per month; Buffer itself starts lower, at $5.
Which Buffer alternatives have a mobile app?
Canva, PhoneUse and Mailchimp have an iPhone or Android app.