Tool review

Mailchimp

Design, automate and send email campaigns with templates and audience insights built for simplicity.

Mailchimp

Tool overview

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Real-time data

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Clear UI

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Steep learning curve

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Pricing start at

19

Annual price

525

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This tool has a free (trial) plan.

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Consider this when you buy

MailChimp is one of the most well-known email marketing platforms, offering a user-friendly interface, automation features, and built-in analytics for businesses of all sizes.

Best for beginners and small businesses

MailChimp’s drag-and-drop email builder, pre-made templates, and simple automation workflows make it ideal for businesses just starting with email marketing. It requires little technical expertise and provides an intuitive setup process.

Limited automation compared to advanced platforms

While MailChimp offers basic automation like welcome sequences and abandoned cart emails, it lacks the deep segmentation and event-based triggers found in tools like Drip or ActiveCampaign. Businesses needing advanced workflow automation may find MailChimp too limiting.

Affordable but scales in price

MailChimp’s free plan is a great starting point, but its pricing can increase quickly as your subscriber list grows. Businesses with large contact lists may find the cost of premium plans less competitive than alternatives.

Strong integrations but not a full CRM

MailChimp integrates well with eCommerce platforms, CRMs, and ad networks, but it is not a complete marketing automation or CRM tool. Companies needing multi-channel automation may prefer HubSpot or ActiveCampaign.

Best for:

  • Small businesses and startups needing a simple email marketing tool.
  • Companies wanting a cost-effective solution with basic automation.
  • Marketers looking for an easy-to-use platform with good template options.

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Mailchimp

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Design, automate and send email campaigns with templates and audience insights built for simplicity.