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Best Buttondown alternatives — pricing compared
The best Buttondown alternatives are Ghost and beehiiv — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Ghost at $18 per month.
2 Buttondown alternatives compared
Each "cheapest paid tier" below is the lowest paid monthly (or annual-equivalent) price the competitor publishes on its own pricing page. Custom-quote and usage-based add-ons aren't included; click any tool for its full per-tier breakdown.
Why teams look past Buttondown
- Ghost — Ghost(Pro) offers hosted publishing starting at $18 per month billed yearly for 1,000 members, scaling to Business at $199 per month for 10,000 members.
- beehiiv — beehiiv is a newsletter platform with a free Launch tier up to 2,500 subscribers and paid Scale at $43 per month for up to 100,000 subscribers.
Compare against Buttondown itself
Before you switch, price Buttondown on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ghost cheaper than Buttondown?
Not at the entry tier — Ghost's cheapest paid tier is $18 versus Buttondown's $9. Compare full tier ladders, not just the entry price.
What is the best free alternative to Buttondown?
beehiiv publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Buttondown alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.
Which Buttondown alternative should I compare first?
Buyers evaluating Buttondown most often shortlist Ghost, beehiiv. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.