24 tools
MicroBaseHQ lists 24 social media tools, including 11 freemium, 1 open-source, 12 paid options. 12 of these tools offer a free tier so you can try before you buy. Paid plans start at $5/mo and go up to $99/mo, with an average of $32/mo.
These tools are popular with agencies, social media managers and small businesses, with common capabilities including scheduling, social-media, analytics, ai, collaboration.
11
Freemium
46% of tools
12
Paid
50% of tools
1
Open Source
4% of tools
Price range: $5/mo – $99/mo (avg $32/mo). 12 tools offer a free tier.
| Tool | Pricing | Starting Price | Free Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Later The social media management platform built for creators | Freemium | $18.75/mo | Yes |
| Typefully Write, schedule, and grow on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Bluesky | Freemium | $8/mo | Yes |
| Taplio All-in-one LinkedIn growth and content creation tool | Paid | $49/mo | No |
| Opus Clip AI-powered long video to viral short clips in minutes | Freemium | $15/mo | Yes |
| Buffer Grow your audience on social and beyond | Freemium | $5/mo | Yes |
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Consider your budget. There are 1 free or open-source social media tools if you are just getting started. 12 tools offer a free tier, letting you test the product before committing. Paid options range from $5/mo to $99/mo, so there is a tool for every budget.
Think about your team. These tools serve different audiences, from agencies to small businesses. Choose a tool that matches your team's technical expertise and workflow requirements.
Compare before committing. Use the comparison table above to quickly evaluate the top social media tools side by side. Check whether a free tier or trial is available so you can test the tool with your real workflow before making a decision.
