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Alternatives to Mailchimp

Common alternatives buyers consider, plus the simplest rule for when switching is worth it.

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Last updated 2026-02-10 Intel generated 2026-02-10 2 sources linked

Alternatives to Mailchimp

ActiveCampaign
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When you outgrow Mailchimp's automation and need conditional workflows, CRM, and lead scoring.

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Send-based pricing saves 50–80% on large lists; similar feature set for basic email + automation.

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When you're on Shopify and need revenue-per-email attribution that Mailchimp can't provide.

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E-commerce automation with pre-built Shopify flows and SMS+push in one plan—more focused than Mailchimp.

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  1. https://mailchimp.com/pricing/ ↗
  2. Official website ↗