Buffer Blog

• Buffer vs. Hootsuite (2026): Which Social Media Management Tool Is Better For You?

  A deep dive into the differences between Buffer and Hootsuite, including pricing, features, and who each social media tool might be the best fit for.

• How to Get More Followers on Instagram in 2026 (13 Tried & Tested Tactics)

  I have over 15,000 followers on Instagram, and I've helped grow Buffer's Instagram account to over 100K. Here are tried-and-tested tactics that worked for me.

• The Best Social Media Scheduling Tools in 2026 (+ How to Find the Perfect Fit)

  Schedule smarter. Compare the top social media scheduling tools of 2026, see side-by-side features and pricing, and learn how to choose the right scheduler for your workflow.

• I Had 200+ Unread Articles in My List — So I Built a macOS App That Shares Them via Buffer

  I had 200 unread articles and no time to read or write about them. Until I vibe-coded a macOS app that summarizes 10 at a time and queues them using the Buffer API.

• The 11 Best Social Media Management Tools in 2026 — Tried + Tested

  The 11 best social media management tools for 2026, tried and tested by a social media marketer + creator — from free creator picks to enterprise platforms, with pricing and who each is for.