It all depends on how you use it.
Buffer
Easy to schedule Facebook posts with links, photos, GIFs, and video.
Paid accounts are pricier than those offered by competitors.
No advanced analytics without a premium Analyzer subscription.
Only works for Groups and Pagesnot Profiles.
Got a lot to post on Facebook but want everyone to see it at the right time?
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Creator Studio
Toggles between Facebook and Instagram seamlessly.
Comprehensive analytics and insights.
Option to manage a monetization tool.
Doesn’t advise as to the best times to post.
No way to preview how a post will look.
Franz 5
Easy to use, open-source software.
All main messaging apps in one interface is super convenient.
Hogs energy if you use several messaging apps.
Can’t use internet tool extensions.
This open-source desktop app is free to download and available for Windows, Mac, and Linux machines.
Facebook Ads Manager
Real-time insights for all ads.
Easy to switch between Pages and ad accounts.
Turn ad campaigns on and off.
Lacks some of the desktop Ads Manager platform capabilities.
Not ideal for designing new ads.
Facebook Business Suite
Managing multiple pages on your phone is simple.
Intuitive calendar for scheduling posts.
Adds a layer of security.
Buggy reports following updates.
No “Save as draft” option.
Learning curve is not user-friendly.
Promoting posts and managing ads requires a fee.
Facebook Business Suite replacesFacebook Pages Managerand contains many of the features contained in Creator Studio.
Facebook Business Suite is available as a tablet and phone app for both iOS and Android devices.
