DIY vs Agency Social Media Cost Calculator

Put a dollar value on the hours you spend planning, writing, designing, scheduling, and second-guessing posts every month.

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DIY vs Outsourcing

$401

Estimated monthly savings versus the cheapest non-Glow option. Annual savings: $4,812.

OptionMonthly cost
DIY time$600
Freelancer$500
Agency$2,000
Glow Social$99
DIY time
$600
Freelancer
$500
Agency
$2,000
Glow Social
$99
  • Glow Social cost per planned post: $8.
  • DIY is most expensive when content work replaces billable work, sales calls, or customer service.