Comparison

Buffer vs DavinesPro Connect

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Buffer

Streamline your social media presence by planning, scheduling, and publishing content across multiple platforms from one app. Engage with your audience and track performance with insightful analytics. Ideal for creators looking to grow their online presence efficiently.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform posting
  • Content scheduling
  • Idea organization
  • Performance analytics
  • Calendar view
  • Apple Watch app
Features
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Post to every social platform with a single app — simple, flexible, and powerful. Buffer helps creators stay consistent without the busywork. Plan and publish your posts automatically, engage with your audience, and keep track of what’s working, all from your phone. Whether you’re sharing your first TikTok, building an audience on LinkedIn, or running multiple accounts, Buffer gives you the tools to grow without feeling overwhelmed. What’s new in v15.0 • Fresh new design with Apple’s Liquid Glass system • Brand-new Apple Watch app (queues, goals, streaks, ideas) • Capture ideas instantly with the iOS Shortcut, Action Button, or on your wrist • New calendar day view across all channels WHY CREATORS LOVE BUFFER PLAN, SCHEDULE, AND PUBLISH • Share to Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, Bluesky, Mastodon, and more. • Schedule YouTube Shorts, TikToks, Instagram Reels, and Stories. • Cross-post content across platforms with a single tap KEEP YOUR IDEAS ORGANIZED • Save inspiration in a central content library • Use tags to keep ideas organized by theme or campaign • Move ideas straight to your schedule when ready SEE WHAT WORKS • Simple analytics and reports show your top-performing posts • Track growth, clicks, and engagement A CALENDAR BUILT FOR CREATORS • Get an at-a-glance view of your upcoming posts • Drill down from a monthly to weekly view NEED HELP? Our friendly team is here for you with world-class support via email and social. Email: hello@buffer.com Twitter: @buffer Facebook: http://facebook.com/bufferapp Instagram: @buffer Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/bufferapp/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bufferapp Privacy Policy: https://buffer.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://buffer.com/legal/terms-of-use/year/2023

About

DavinesPro Connect

This app provides a digital space for salon professionals to connect, share knowledge, and access resources. It facilitates community discussions, offers professional tools, and keeps users updated on brand news and events.

Highlights
  • Community Discussions
  • Professional Resources
  • Event Updates
  • Brand Information
  • Peer Networking
Features
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DavinesPro Connect is a digital community designed to bring our North American network closer together. Our app offers a dedicated space to connect, learn, and stay informed about the latest in salon news. With DavinesPro Connect, members can access conversations, resources, and updates that support daily work behind the chair, in the classroom, and within the salon business. Key Features: Community Discussions Join conversations with Davines professionals across North America. Share ideas, ask questions, and continue discussions with peers who are passionate about craft, community and culture. Resources & Professional Tools Access a growing library of resources designed to support Davines professionals. Discover educational materials, product information, and tools created to help you stay connected to the brand and its values. Events & Community Updates Stay informed about upcoming events, brand moments, and opportunities to engage with the Davines community. Receive notifications so you can keep up with important updates and conversations.

Screenshots

Buffer4 screens
DavinesPro Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DavinesPro Connect at none against Buffer's 12. DavinesPro Connect also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). Buffer's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (35K vs 34). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Buffer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. DavinesPro Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DavinesPro Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Buffer has 35K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Buffer ships an update every 5 days, DavinesPro Connect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Buffer versus DavinesPro Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBufferDavinesPro Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (35K ratings)5.0 (34 ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings35K — better34
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#145 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB91 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBuffer, Inc.DavinesPro Connect

Customer experience

Buffer

All ratings34,554 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews578 reviews
Positive54.2%
Neutral10.2%
Negative35.6%

DavinesPro Connect

All ratings34 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Buffer

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Drafts not registering in visual calendar
  • Inability to reorder scheduled posts
  • Inconsistent behavior between mobile and desktop versions
  • Automatic posting not working as expected
  • Issues with image/video quality and formatting

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for Twitter threads
  • Improve visual planning and calendar view
  • Integrate with more platforms like Slack and Discord
  • Allow more customization and control over posts
  • Provide better analytics and performance insights

DavinesPro Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Buffer

Subscriptions11
  • Essentials - 1 Channel$5.991 Month
  • Essentials+Team: 1 Channel$11.991 Month
  • Essentials - 2 Channels$11.991 Month
Show 8 more
  • Pro for 1 Month2 variants$14.991 Month
  • Essentials - 3 Channels$17.991 Month
  • Essentials - 4 Channels$23.991 Month
  • Essentials - 5 Channels$29.991 Month
  • Essentials - 6 Channels$35.991 Month
  • Small Business$99.991 Month
  • Small Business for 1 Month$99.991 Month
  • Pro for 1 Year$144.991 Year
None

DavinesPro Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Buffer free?
Buffer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DavinesPro Connect free?
DavinesPro Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Buffer or DavinesPro Connect?
DavinesPro Connect is rated higher. Buffer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 35K ratings, while DavinesPro Connect averages 5.0 from 34 ratings.
Do Buffer or DavinesPro Connect have ads?
Neither Buffer nor DavinesPro Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Buffer or DavinesPro Connect?
Buffer ships an update every 5 days, and DavinesPro Connect every 2 months. Most recently, Buffer was updated on October 18, 2026 and DavinesPro Connect on October 7, 2026.

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