Buffer is one of the best-known scheduling tools, and many Nigerian creators start with its free plan. Here's how it compares with PostWaka.
Buffer's prices and features are taken from Buffer's published plans in October 2026. They may have changed since; please check buffer.com.
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| PostWaka | Buffer | |
|---|---|---|
| Free trial | 7 days on any plan, no card needed | 14 days on paid plans |
| Free plan | No | Yes: 3 channels, 10 scheduled posts per channel |
| How paid plans are charged | One price for all your accounts | Per channel: each account adds to the price |
| Currency | Naira: card, bank transfer or USSD (Paystack) | US dollars |
| Cost for 5 accounts | ₦3,000 a month (Starter) or ₦5,000 a month with unlimited posts (Creator) | About $30 a month (Essentials, $6 per channel) |
| Weekly plans | Yes, from ₦1,000 a week | No |
| Platforms | Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, YouTube | Many, including X, LinkedIn and Pinterest |
| AI captions | Yes, including Pidgin, Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa | Yes (AI Assistant) |
| Nigerian content calendar | Yes | Not listed |
| Data-saving, network-proof uploads | Yes | Not listed |
| Link-in-bio page | Yes | Yes |
| Team members | Pro plan and up | Team plan |
Choose PostWaka if you post to the big five video platforms, want to pay one small price in naira for all your accounts, and want features made for Nigerian creators.
Choose Buffer if you need many more platforms, you only post a little and want a plan that stays free, or you already have a team on Buffer and don't mind paying per channel in dollars.
