Compare Buffer and Loomly 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (84.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Starting at $32.00 Per Month
Buffer
Star Rating
(1,037)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 4 pricing plansLoomly
Star Rating
(1,795)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $32.00 Per Month
Browse all 5 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Loomly excels in collaboration features, making it a favorite for teams managing multiple social media accounts. Users appreciate how it simplifies the content planning process, allowing for easy tracking and engagement across platforms.
- Users say Buffer stands out for its user-friendly interface and the ability to customize posts for different platforms. Many find the content calendar particularly helpful for scheduling and managing their social media content effectively.
- According to verified reviews, Loomly's quality of support is highly rated, with users noting responsive assistance that enhances their overall experience. This support is crucial for businesses looking to optimize their social media strategies.
- Reviewers mention that Buffer offers a seamless integration with various social media profiles, which simplifies the setup process. Users highlight how this integration streamlines their workflow, allowing them to focus more on content creation.
- G2 reviewers indicate that while both platforms are easy to use, Loomly slightly edges out with a marginally better score in ease of setup. Users appreciate the straightforward onboarding process that helps them get started quickly.
- Users report that Buffer's draft-saving feature is a significant advantage, allowing them to save unlimited drafts until they are ready to queue them. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for those who like to plan their content in advance.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Buffer
Free
Free
For individuals and businesses getting started with social media.
- 3 social accounts
- Publish to Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, Google Business Profiles, Mastodon, Pinterest and Bluesky
- 10 scheduled posts per social account
Loomly
Base
Starting at $32.00
Per Month
- 2 Users
- 10 Social Accounts
- Unlimited Content
Free Trial
Buffer
Free Trial is available
Loomly
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
909
8.8
1,446
Ease of Use
9.2
916
9.2
1,462
Ease of Setup
9.2
335
9.3
952
Ease of Admin
9.1
311
9.3
850
Quality of Support
8.5
651
9.3
1,207
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
271
9.4
817
Product Direction (% positive)
8.2
889
9.4
1,361
Features by Category
Social Analytics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7(won by default)
133
Not enough data
8.4(won by default)
155
Not enough data
7.3(won by default)
108
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.6(won by default)
134
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Reports & Dashboards
Not enough data
7.2(won by default)
134
Not enough data
8.1(won by default)
138
Not enough data
8.4(won by default)
134
Not enough data
7.2(won by default)
107
Agentic AI - Social Media Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content & Collaboration
9.1
145
9.3
966
8.6
124
8.4
817
8.2
103
7.8
660
8.5
104
8.6
733
8.7
113
8.8
799
8.5
97
8.3
657
Social Management
7.8
668
7.8
966
9.3
796
9.1
1204
8.4
641
8.4
946
8.3
693
8.3
1033
Feature Not Available
7.3
657
8.6
99
8.5
620
8.3
25
8.1
247
Agentic AI - Social Media Management
6.9
12
Not enough data
7.4
12
Not enough data
6.7
11
Not enough data
7.1
11
Not enough data
7.0
11
Not enough data
7.3
11
Not enough data
7.0
11
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Buffer and Loomly are categorized as Social Media Management
Unique Categories
Buffer has no unique categories
Loomly is categorized as Social Media Analytics and Social Media Suites
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Buffer
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Loomly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Marketing and Advertising
23.1%
Computer Software
7.3%
Information Technology and Services
6.5%
Internet
5.2%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.2%
Other
53.7%
Marketing and Advertising
26.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
7.7%
Real Estate
4.0%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
2.8%
Retail
2.4%
Other
56.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Can I have tabs open for multiple companies at a time?
4 Comments
KU
If you own the account, you can add multiple businesses/companies to your account. If you're logging in to each business / company (they own the account and...Read more
What is Buffer used for?
2 Comments
FA
In simple its a social media management tool specifically used to connect many social media platforms at once. Read more
LinkedIn workarounds
2 Comments
ED
When a data source like Facebook or LinkedIn removes an API (the way the data is shared from their warehouse to someone else’s, like Buffer’s, and the way...Read more
How long before we can publish directly to Instagram?
6 Comments
SD
Only Loomly can answer that, I'm considering posting my Instagram to Buffer while they figure it out.I have recently discovered that i must publish my own...Read more
Which other social media manager platform would you recommend please?
5 Comments
🌏G
Comment deleted by user.Read more
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