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| Feature | NioConnect | Buffer |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | From $19 per month | From $5 per channel per month |
| How it is priced | By plan, with every limit shown | Per connected channel |
| Free version | None, a trial instead | Up to 3 channels |
| Free trial | 7 days, card required | 14 days on paid plans |
| Platforms supported | 16 in the catalogue, 15 available now | 12 listed |
| Calendar | One calendar for every channel | Not stated |
| Approval workflow | Creator plan and above, off until needed | Team plan |
| Seats | 1 seat, rising to unlimited seats | 1 user, unlimited on Team |
| API | API keys that act as their member | API keys on every plan |
| MCP server | 5 AI clients, creates drafts only | Not stated |
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