Buffer BlueSky pricing comparison

Buffer bills by channel. ONYX prices around the BlueSky workflow.

Buffer is a strong multi-network social media platform and it supports BlueSky. ONYX is built for people who want focused BlueSky scheduling, AI Voice writing, threads, tools, and a simpler price path.

When Buffer is a strong fit

Teams that need one platform for many social networks, not just BlueSky.
Users who already manage channels in Buffer and want BlueSky inside the same calendar.
Brands that need broad social media management more than a dedicated BlueSky workflow.

When ONYX is the better fit

Creators and small teams whose main channel is BlueSky.
People who want Free, Pro, and Studio plans built around BlueSky volume instead of general channel expansion.
Writers, founders, and agencies that need AI Voice, threads, scheduling, and free BlueSky utilities.

Side-by-side comparison

Feature	ONYX	Buffer
BlueSky support	BlueSky-first product	Buffer publicly supports BlueSky scheduling
Pricing model	5 free posts/mo, $7/mo Pro, $19/mo Studio	Paid plans are priced per channel on Buffer's pricing page
Multi-account fit	Studio is $19/mo for multiple BlueSky accounts	More channels generally increase the paid channel count
Best value when	BlueSky is the channel you want to win	You need one dashboard for many different networks
BlueSky-specific tools	Thread splitter, character counter, post generator, hashtags, calendar, best-time tool	Broad publishing, analytics, and engagement tooling

The pricing question is really a workflow question

Buffer can make sense when BlueSky is one channel inside a larger social media calendar. If you are managing Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, Mastodon, and BlueSky together, a per-channel model may be acceptable because the product is solving a broad operations problem.

When ONYX is cheaper and simpler

ONYX is easier to justify when BlueSky is the main goal. Start free, use Pro at $7/mo for serious single-account publishing, or use Studio at $19/mo when multiple BlueSky accounts matter. The plan decision is tied to BlueSky depth, not how many unrelated networks you add.

Do not buy a suite for one channel

The trap is paying for a broad social media platform when your real need is a clean BlueSky queue. ONYX keeps the workflow narrow: draft, split, count, preview, schedule, and review BlueSky posts.

Sources checked

Buffer pricing

Used to verify Buffer's per-channel pricing model and current public plan framing.

Buffer BlueSky scheduler

Used to verify Buffer's current BlueSky support.

Buffer BlueSky help

Used to verify Buffer's current BlueSky feature guidance.

FAQ

Does Buffer support BlueSky?

Yes. Buffer has public BlueSky scheduling support. ONYX is a focused alternative for people who mainly want a BlueSky-specific workflow.

Is ONYX cheaper than Buffer for BlueSky?

It depends on your setup. ONYX Free is $0, Pro is $7/mo, and Studio is $19/mo. Buffer's paid pricing is per channel, so compare the total number of channels and accounts before choosing.

When should I choose Buffer instead of ONYX?

Choose Buffer when you need a broad multi-network calendar. Choose ONYX when BlueSky scheduling, threads, AI Voice, and focused tools are the main job.