RecurPost vs Buffer 2025: Which One Should You Pick?
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11 min readSee which tool is better for you. We compare pricing, features, and ease of use.
Quick answer: RecurPost excels at content recycling ($25/month). Buffer offers maximum simplicity with a free plan. Neither has strong AI content generation.
See our full Buffer review and RecurPost review for details.
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Pricing Side-by-Side
Buffer Pricing
Example: 5 channels on Essentials = $30/month
RecurPost Pricing
Example: 5 profiles on Personal = $25/month
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You're a solo blogger with 5 social accounts. Which is cheaper?
Cost Comparison by Scenario
Basic User (3 accounts)
Content Creator (5 accounts)
Growing Brand (10 accounts)
Pattern: RecurPost is slightly cheaper AND includes content recycling.
Features That Matter
Content Recycling
Buffer:
- ❌ No content recycling
- Manual rescheduling required
- One-time posting
- Queue-based only
RecurPost:
- ✅ Automatic content recycling
- Set-and-forget scheduling
- Content libraries
- Posts republish indefinitely
Winner: RecurPost. This is their core strength.
Ease of Use
Buffer:
- Extremely simple interface
- Zero learning curve
- Clean dashboard
- Intuitive queue system
RecurPost:
- Easy library system
- Simple setup
- Quick to learn
- Mobile-friendly
Winner: Buffer. Slightly more intuitive for beginners.
🤔 Quick Knowledge Check
You have 50 evergreen blog posts you want to promote repeatedly. Which tool?
AI Content
Buffer:
- Basic AI assistant
- Caption suggestions
- Hashtag ideas
- Limited but present
RecurPost:
- ❌ No AI content
- Manual creation only
- No suggestions
- No assistance
Winner: Buffer. Basic but better than nothing.
Analytics
Buffer:
- Post performance
- Engagement metrics
- Best time insights
- Clean reports
RecurPost:
- Basic post stats
- Limited insights
- No competitor tracking
- Simple dashboard
Winner: Buffer. Slightly better analytics.
Platform Support
Buffer: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, YouTube, Mastodon, Bluesky, Threads
RecurPost: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Google Business, YouTube
Winner: Buffer. More platforms, especially newer ones.
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You want to post to Threads and Bluesky. Which tool supports both?
Pros and Cons
Buffer Pros
- ✅ Free plan available
- ✅ Extremely simple
- ✅ More platforms
- ✅ Basic AI assistant
Buffer Cons
- ❌ No content recycling
- ❌ Per-channel pricing
- ❌ Manual rescheduling
- ❌ Limited automation
RecurPost Pros
- ✅ Best content recycling
- ✅ Flat rate pricing
- ✅ Set-and-forget
- ✅ Cheaper for 5+ accounts
RecurPost Cons
- ❌ No AI content
- ❌ Fewer platforms
- ❌ Basic analytics
- ❌ Limited free plan
Who Should Use Which?
Pick Buffer if you:
- Want maximum simplicity
- Need newer platforms (Threads, Bluesky)
- Don't have evergreen content
- Work best with basic AI assistance
- Want a free option
Pick RecurPost if you:
- Have lots of evergreen content
- Want automated republishing
- Prefer flat-rate pricing
- Don't need AI assistance
- Post the same content repeatedly
Neither Has Full AI Content
Both tools have AI limitations.
If you need AI content:
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Final decision: You're a blogger promoting evergreen content. You don't need AI. Buffer or RecurPost?
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Neither Buffer nor RecurPost has full AI content generation. If that matters:
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Is Buffer or RecurPost cheaper? RecurPost is cheaper for 5+ accounts. Buffer has a free plan for 3 accounts.
Which is easier to use? Buffer is slightly simpler. Both are easy.
Does either have AI content? Buffer has a basic AI assistant. RecurPost has none.
Which has content recycling? RecurPost. Buffer requires manual rescheduling.
Can I migrate between them? Yes. Export content, recreate in the other. 1-2 hours.
Summary
Buffer: Best for simplicity and newer platforms. No recycling.
RecurPost: Best for automated content recycling. No AI.
Neither: Has full AI content generation.
Best alternative: SocialRails at $29/month with AI content, video templates, AND content recycling.
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