Both are strong choices. The short answer: pick Beehiiv if you are newsletter operators focused on growth and monetization. Pick Mailchimp if you are beginners who want a safe default.
| Beehiiv | Mailchimp | |
|---|---|---|
| In one line | The newsletter growth platform built by ex-Morning Brew engineers. | The household-name email platform with templates, automations and a big app ecosystem. |
| Pricing | Free to 2.5k subscribers; from $39/mo | Free to 500 contacts; from $13/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Newsletter operators focused on growth and monetization | Beginners who want a safe default |
| Category | Email Marketing | Email Marketing |
| Website | beehiiv.com | mailchimp.com |
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