Hootsuite vs Buffer

Both sit in social media. Here is how they differ on the things you can actually check.

Hootsuite

hootsuite.com

Publishing, monitoring streams, social listening, approvals and reporting for larger teams managing many accounts.

Social Media
Visit Hootsuite

Buffer

buffer.com

Queue-based publishing across the major networks with a clean interface, basic analytics and a free tier for three channels.

Free planSocial Media
Visit Buffer
Hootsuite and Buffer compared attribute by attribute
 HootsuiteBuffer
Entry price$99/mo$6/mo
Pricing modelFree trialFree plan
Free planNoYes
CategorySocial MediaSocial Media
Around since20082010

Prices are indicative entry-tier figures, not verified quotes. Both vendors change pricing without notice.