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Best Klaviyo alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best Klaviyo alternatives are Mailchimp and Customer.io — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Mailchimp at $13 per month.

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2 Klaviyo 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.

Alternative Category Cheapest paid tier Why switch Full pricing
Mailchimp Email marketing $13 (Essentials) Mailchimp prices by plan and contact count, so teams should compare against their actual audience size rather than the lowest advertised starting price. See all tiers →
Customer.io Behavioral messaging platform $100 (Essentials) Customer.io is a behavioral messaging platform starting at $100 per month for 5,000 profiles and 1 million emails on the Essentials plan. See all tiers →

Why teams look past Klaviyo

  • Mailchimp — Mailchimp prices by plan and contact count, so teams should compare against their actual audience size rather than the lowest advertised starting price.
  • Customer.io — Customer.io is a behavioral messaging platform starting at $100 per month for 5,000 profiles and 1 million emails on the Essentials plan.

Compare against Klaviyo itself

Before you switch, price Klaviyo on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mailchimp cheaper than Klaviyo?

Yes — Mailchimp's cheapest paid tier is $13, below Klaviyo's cheapest paid tier at $20. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.

What is the best free alternative to Klaviyo?

Mailchimp publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Klaviyo alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.

Which Klaviyo alternative should I compare first?

Buyers evaluating Klaviyo most often shortlist Mailchimp, Customer.io. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.