Buffer vs ConvertKit: Pricing Comparison (2026)
Buffer starts at $6/mo. ConvertKit starts at $39/mo. Buffer is $33/mo cheaper on the entry tier than ConvertKit.
See price history: Buffer · ConvertKit
Social media scheduling and analytics from a fully-remote 80-person company known for radical transparency (publishes salaries, revenue publicly). Positioned as the alternative to Hootsuite for small businesses and creators. Distinctive for its calm, no-upsell culture. Priced $6-$120/mo across four tiers. Losing ground to Hootsuite (enterprise) and Later (Instagram-first) but still profitable and cash-generative.
Email platform built specifically for creators and course sellers, rebranded from ConvertKit to Kit in 2024. Distinctive for tag-based (not list-based) subscriber management, which fits how creators segment audiences. Popular with newsletter operators, course creators, and one-person media businesses. Free plan up to 10K subscribers, paid plans add automation and commerce features. Facing pressure from Beehiiv (creator-native) and Substack (built-in monetization).
All plans compared
| # | Plan | Buffer monthly | Buffer annual | ConvertKit monthly | ConvertKit annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Free | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Essentials / Creator | 6 | 5 | 39 | 33 |
| 3 | Team / Creator Pro | 12 | 10 | 79 | 66 |
What each is best for
Social media scheduling and analytics from a fully-remote 80-person company known for radical transparency (publishes salaries, revenue publicly). Positioned as the alternative to Hootsuite for small businesses and creators. Distinctive for its calm, no-upsell culture. Priced $6-$120/mo across four tiers. Losing ground to Hootsuite (enterprise) and Later (Instagram-first) but still profitable and cash-generative.
Email platform built specifically for creators and course sellers, rebranded from ConvertKit to Kit in 2024. Distinctive for tag-based (not list-based) subscriber management, which fits how creators segment audiences. Popular with newsletter operators, course creators, and one-person media businesses. Free plan up to 10K subscribers, paid plans add automation and commerce features. Facing pressure from Beehiiv (creator-native) and Substack (built-in monetization).
At a glance
| Buffer | ConvertKit | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Entry price | $6/mo | $39/mo |
| Enterprise available | — | Yes |
| Pricing model | Per Seat | Per Usage |
| Last verified | July 27, 2026 | July 24, 2026 |
| Full pricing | View full pricing | View full pricing |
Pricing last verified July 27, 2026. Tracked daily.