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Best Mailgun alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best Mailgun alternatives are Mailjet and Postmark — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Mailjet at $9 per month.

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2 Mailgun 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
Mailjet Email API and marketing $9 (Starter) Mailjet has a free 6,000-emails-per-month tier and paid plans starting at $9 per month, with all plans capped by monthly send volume rather than contacts. See all tiers →
Postmark Transactional email API $15 (Basic) Postmark is transactional email pricing starting at $15 per month for 10,000 emails with predictable per-1,000 overage rates and a 100-email free tier. See all tiers →

Why teams look past Mailgun

  • Mailjet — Mailjet has a free 6,000-emails-per-month tier and paid plans starting at $9 per month, with all plans capped by monthly send volume rather than contacts.
  • Postmark — Postmark is transactional email pricing starting at $15 per month for 10,000 emails with predictable per-1,000 overage rates and a 100-email free tier.

Compare against Mailgun itself

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mailjet cheaper than Mailgun?

Yes — Mailjet's cheapest paid tier is $9, below Mailgun's cheapest paid tier at $15. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.

What is the best free alternative to Mailgun?

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

Which Mailgun alternative should I compare first?

Buyers evaluating Mailgun most often shortlist Mailjet, Postmark. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.