Starts atFree plan · paid from $5/mo
- Free planup to 3 channels, 10 scheduled posts per channel
- Free trial14 days on paid plans
Head-to-head
Post Bridge vs Buffer: which scheduler is cheaper for Shorts?
At a glance
Starts atFrom $39/mo; 7-day free trial
- No free option listed
- Free trial7 days
Buffer charges per channel: free for 3, then $5 a channel. Post Bridge charges a flat $39/month for 15 accounts. Under 8 channels Buffer is cheaper. Past that, Post Bridge wins.
Quick verdict
- Choose Buffer if you post to a few channels and want a free plan.
- Choose Post Bridge if you cross-post the same video to many accounts.
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | Buffer | Post Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes: 3 channels, 10 scheduled posts per channel | Mentioned in FAQ: 5 posts a month |
| Entry paid plan | Essentials: $5/channel/month | Marketer: $39/month, 15 accounts |
| Team plan | Team: $10/channel/month, unlimited users | Operator: $99/month, 99 accounts, then $1 each |
| Post limits | Unlimited on paid (5,000 fair use) | Unlimited |
| Trial | 14 days on paid | 7 days |
| Yearly | $60/channel/year on Essentials | 2 months free |
| Best for | Few channels | Many accounts, same video |
For Shorts, TikTok and Reels
Say you post one video to TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts. That is 3 channels: Buffer Free if you keep 10 or fewer queued, or $15/month on Essentials. Run 3 brands across those 3 platforms and you have 9 channels: $45 on Buffer vs $39 on Post Bridge.
How to choose
- Count channels.
- 3 or fewer: Buffer Free.
- 4 to 7: Buffer Essentials.
- 8 or more: Post Bridge Marketer.
Questions people search
Is Post Bridge better than Buffer?
For 8+ accounts, it is cheaper. For a few channels, Buffer costs less and has a free plan.
What are Buffer's free plan limits?
Up to 3 channels and 10 scheduled posts per channel.
How much does Post Bridge cost?
Marketer is $39 a month for 15 accounts. Operator is $99 for 99 accounts.
Related: Buffer vs Later, Buffer vs Publer, Buffer alternatives.
Sources: buffer.com/pricing, post-bridge.com/pricing. Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.