The Buffer Alternative That Actually Has an API
Buffer deprecated its public API in 2019. Onepostly is API first with instant access and usage based pricing that scales.
Lower Cost at Scale
36%
Why Teams Switch From Buffer
Feature by feature, with the price at scale.
| Feature | Onepostly | Buffer |
|---|---|---|
| Public API | Yes available for every account | No public API deprecated in 2019 |
| API access time | 30 seconds with instant API key | Not available |
| Free tier | 2 accounts with unlimited posts and full API | 3 channels with manual UI only and no API |
| 50 accounts cost | $160 per month billed per account | $250 or more per month |
| Video and Reels publishing | Full programmatic video support | Manual web UI only |
| AI Agent MCP Server | Native MCP server included | Not available |
| Official SDKs | TypeScript Python and REST | None |
Reach every network from a single API.
Create a key, connect your accounts, publish everywhere with one request, and see how every post performs.
Create a key with the permissions and profile access you need, then connect the accounts it publishes to.
API Keys (8)
TikTokAll set, your post to X, LinkedIn, and Instagram is scheduled for 9 AM tomorrow.
Connected Onepostly MCPBuilt for Your Agent
Onepostly ships as an MCP server. Your agent publishes to every platform.
Unified Analytics
One request pulls engagement data from every network your accounts publish to.
Webhooks & Events
Publish, fail, comment, or DM. Every event hits your endpoint the moment it happens.
Your account list grows.
Your integration doesn't.
Run 2,000+ connected accounts across your workspaces without losing track of who did what.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions when comparing Onepostly with Buffer.
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No. Buffer deprecated its public API in 2019. While they announced work on a new GraphQL API it remains in restricted early access with no public signup path or public rate limits. Onepostly offers an immediate production ready API.
Buffer charges a flat $5 per channel with extra plan fees. Onepostly offers your first 2 accounts free forever then steps down from $5 to $3 and $1 per account. For 50 accounts Onepostly costs $160 per month compared to $250 or more on Buffer.
Yes. Onepostly free tier includes full API access so you can test immediately. Setup takes about 30 seconds with no approval queue.
Yes. Video Reels Shorts and TikTok publishing are fully supported across all accounts including the free tier.
Yes. Unlimited team members are included on all accounts with no per seat fees.
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