⚡ Automation
Buffer vs Later
Buffer vs Later for social media scheduling. Compare these tools for faceless content distribution.
Buffer
CONTENDER #1
FACELESS SCORE4.3
STARTING PRICE$6/mo
DIFFICULTYBEGINNER
Planoly
CONTENDER #2
FACELESS SCORE3.9
STARTING PRICE$13/mo
DIFFICULTYBEGINNER
> FEATURE COMPARISON
FEATURE
Ease of Use
Interface
5/5
Very simple
4/5
Visual-focused
Platforms
Supported networks
5/5
All major platforms
4/5
Instagram-focused
Analytics
Performance tracking
4/5
Good analytics
4/5
Good analytics
Visual Planning
Grid preview
3/5
Basic
5/5
Excellent grid preview
Pricing
Cost
4/5
From $6/mo
4/5
From $18/mo
Free Tier
Free usage
5/5
3 channels free
4/5
Limited free
Ease of Use
Interface
5/5
Very simple
4/5
Visual-focused
Platforms
Supported networks
5/5
All major platforms
4/5
Instagram-focused
Analytics
Performance tracking
4/5
Good analytics
4/5
Good analytics
Visual Planning
Grid preview
3/5
Basic
5/5
Excellent grid preview
Pricing
Cost
4/5
From $6/mo
4/5
From $18/mo
Free Tier
Free usage
5/5
3 channels free
4/5
Limited free
BEST FOR
- ✓Multi-platform posting
- ✓Simple scheduling
- ✓Beginners
- ✓Budget-conscious
BEST FOR
- ✓Instagram Reels
- ✓Visual grid planning
- ✓Fashion/lifestyle
- ✓Instagram-first creators
> FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Buffer vs Later: which is better?
Buffer for general social media. Later/Planoly for Instagram-focused visual planning.
Which is cheaper?
Buffer starts at $6/mo. Later/Planoly starts at $18/mo.
Which is better for YouTube?
Neither is great for YouTube. Use for promoting videos on other platforms.