Product A
Beehiiv
by Beehiiv
Newsletter platform built by Morning Brew alumni — growth tools baked in.
Free tier
Visit Beehiiv →Product B
Mailchimp
by Intuit Mailchimp
The world's most popular email platform — versatile, beginner-friendly.
Free tier
Visit Mailchimp →Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Beehiiv | Mailchimp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | FreeBetter | Free |
| Free Tier | Yes | Yes |
| Top Pros | Built-in referral and boosts program | Generous free plan (500 contacts) |
| Native paid subscription tiers | Intuitive drag-and-drop builder | |
| Beehiiv Ad Network for revenue | 300+ native integrations | |
| Top Cons | Not built for ecommerce or CRM | Pricing jumps sharply past 500 contacts |
| Automation features limited vs ActiveCampaign | Automation is basic vs ActiveCampaign |
Choose Beehiiv if you…
- Want: built-in referral and boosts program
- Want: native paid subscription tiers
- Want: beehiiv ad network for revenue
Choose Mailchimp if you…
- Want: generous free plan (500 contacts)
- Want: intuitive drag-and-drop builder
- Want: 300+ native integrations