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Buffer vs Help Scout: cost at your team size
Annual cost of the cheapest published plan that covers each team size. Buffer is billed usage based, Help Scout is billed per seat.
| Team | Buffer | Help Scout | Buffer vs Help Scout |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 seats | $60Essentials | $0Free | – |
| 10 seats | $60Essentials | $3,000Standard | -98% |
| 25 seats | $60Essentials | $7,500Standard | -99% |
| 50 seats | $60Essentials | $15,000Standard | -100% |
| 100 seats | $60Essentials | $30,000Standard | -100% |
Prices read from the vendor pages on 24 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026. A positive delta means Buffer costs more.