At a glance
PostMagic vs Buffer
| Criterion | PostMagic | Buffer |
|---|---|---|
| TikTok carousels | Yes | No |
| Instagram first comment | Included | Higher plan |
| 5-channel pricing | All inclusive | $30 per month |
| Visual calendar | Yes | Basic list |
| Official APIs | All | All |
What we do better
Why pick PostMagic over Buffer
01Native TikTok carousels and photos, Buffer only supports videos
02Flat-rate pricing, no extra fee per channel
03Denser visual calendar, not just a list
04Automatic Instagram first comment included
05Content recycling built-in, no external extension
Let us be honest
What Buffer does better
No tool is perfect. If these points are critical for you, stick with the competitor
→More well-known, more tutorials and online community
→Native Mastodon integration
Verdict
Our conclusion
Buffer is still a solid choice if you mostly publish on Twitter and LinkedIn and do not need TikTok. For TikTok-first creators, PostMagic is more complete and cheaper
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