Buffer vs Tailwind

Buffer works across all platforms equally. Tailwind dominates Pinterest and Instagram with SmartSchedule, hashtag suggestions, and community features. If Pinterest drives your traffic, Tailwind is the obvious choice.

Verdict

If Pinterest is a significant traffic driver for you — food bloggers, e-commerce, Etsy sellers — Tailwind is non-negotiable. Its SmartSchedule, community features, and bulk Pin tools are unmatched. For everyone else, Buffer's simplicity across all platforms is the better general-purpose choice.