Starts atFree plan · paid from $5/mo billed yearly
- Free planup to 3 channels, 10 scheduled posts per channel
- Free trial14 days on paid plans
Head-to-head
FeedHive vs Buffer: which scheduler is better for creators?
At a glance
Starts atFrom $15/mo billed yearly ($19 monthly); 7-day free trial
- No free option listed
- Free trial7 days
Buffer is cheaper for a small setup: free for 3 channels, then $5 per channel a month. FeedHive has no free plan but bundles AI writing credits and automations, from $15/month billed yearly for 4 social accounts. Pick Buffer for simple, cheap scheduling; FeedHive if you want AI and automation built in.
Quick verdict
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | Buffer | FeedHive |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes: up to 3 channels, 10 scheduled posts per channel | No. 7-day free trial |
| Entry paid plan | Essentials $5/month per channel ($60/year). Team $10/month per channel ($120/year) | Creator: $15/month billed yearly ($180), 4 accounts, 30 scheduled posts |
| Next plan | Team adds unlimited users | Brand: $22/month yearly, 10 accounts, 500 scheduled posts |
| AI | AI Assistant on all plans | 2.5K to 5K AI credits a month on Creator |
| Automation | Not listed | 500 automation runs a month on Creator |
| Best for | Low-cost scheduling | AI-assisted posting |
For Shorts, TikTok and Reels creators
With TikTok, Instagram and YouTube connected, Buffer Essentials costs $15 a month for 3 channels ($5 each), the same as FeedHive Creator yearly. Buffer gives unlimited scheduled posts per channel; FeedHive Creator caps you at 30 scheduled posts. If you batch a month of daily Shorts, Buffer fits better.
How to choose
- Count your channels. Three or fewer and light posting: Buffer Free.
- Posting daily on 3 channels: Buffer Essentials at $5/mo per channel ($15/month for 3).
- Want AI drafts and automation: try FeedHive on its 7-day trial.
Common questions
Is FeedHive better than Buffer?
For AI and automation, yes. For price and unlimited queued posts, Buffer.
Does FeedHive have a free plan?
No, only a 7-day free trial.
How much is Buffer?
Free for 3 channels, then $5 per channel a month.
Related: Buffer vs Later, Buffer vs Metricool, Buffer alternatives, scheduling tools.
Sources: buffer.com/pricing, feedhive.com/pricing. Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.