Can I monetize my newsletter on beehiiv?

Yes. beehiiv offers an integrated ad network, paid subscriptions with 0% platform fees, paid recommendations for subscriber acquisition, and digital products. Braze is built for app engagement, not content monetization.

Braze vs. beehiiv

beehiiv is the dynamic and modern alternative to Braze, focused on newsletter growth and monetization.

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Enterprise Marketing Platform vs. Newsletter Growth & Monetization

Braze is built for enterprise customer engagement, supporting real-time data orchestration, cross-channel messaging, and SMS. It's for companies with engineering teams, complex data pipelines, and marketing budgets in the six-figure range.

beehiiv was built by the team behind Morning Brew for a very different use case. The focus is on publishing: growing subscribers, monetizing newsletters, and understanding audience engagement without the complexity or sky-high pricing that typically accompany enterprise offerings.

Braze excels at orchestrating customer journeys across apps and devices. beehiiv focuses on outcomes that matter to publishers: subscriber growth, revenue generation, and frictionless publishing. No long implementations. No six-figure contracts. No enterprise overhead slowing you down.

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Braze is good for

Messaging across channels (SMS, email, in-app, on-site)
Collecting and sending data between platforms
Building customer profiles to target specific users on-site

beehiiv is best for

Content-focused newsletters and publications
All-in-one solution for website, email, data analytics, and growth tools
Ownership of your audience and custom aesthetic
Affordable flat-rate pricing that favors growing creators and companies
Enterprise-level solutions made simple and accessible to everyone

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With beehiiv you'll have the same suite of tools used by the world's largest newsletters.

Feature	beehiiv Get started	Braze Full comparison
Monthly Pricing
Monthly email sends	Monthly email sends, beehiiv, Unlimited	Monthly email sends, Braze, Limited by plan
Free plan up to 2,500 subscribers	Free plan up to 2,500 subscribers, beehiiv, Yes	Free plan up to 2,500 subscribers, Braze, No
Up to 10,000 subscribers	Up to 10,000 subscribers, beehiiv, $109	Up to 10,000 subscribers, Braze, Custom enterprise pricing
Up to 100,000 subscribers	Up to 100,000 subscribers, beehiiv, $329	Up to 100,000 subscribers, Braze, Custom enterprise pricing
Paid Subscriptions	Paid Subscriptions, beehiiv, 0%	Paid Subscriptions, Braze, Not offered
Content Management Features
Team members	Team members, beehiiv, Yes	Team members, Braze, Yes
Email sends	Email sends, beehiiv, Yes	Email sends, Braze, Yes
Web posts	Web posts, beehiiv, Yes	Web posts, Braze, No
Publications	Publications, beehiiv, Yes	Publications, Braze, No
Subscribers	Subscribers, beehiiv, Yes	Subscribers, Braze, Yes
Website Features
Web hosting	Web hosting, beehiiv, Yes	Web hosting, Braze, No
Subscribe forms	Subscribe forms, beehiiv, Yes	Subscribe forms, Braze, Yes
Advanced email capture	Advanced email capture, beehiiv, Yes	Advanced email capture, Braze, Yes
Custom domain	Custom domain, beehiiv, Yes	Custom domain, Braze, No
Survey forms	Survey forms, beehiiv, Yes	Survey forms, Braze, No
Advanced web builder	Advanced web builder, beehiiv, Yes	Advanced web builder, Braze, No
Podcast sites	Podcast sites, beehiiv, Yes	Podcast sites, Braze, No
Link in bio	Link in bio, beehiiv, Yes	Link in bio, Braze, No
Ai website builder	Ai website builder, beehiiv, Yes	Ai website builder, Braze, No
Website analytics	Website analytics, beehiiv, Yes	Website analytics, Braze, No
Newsletter Features
Custom builder	Custom builder, beehiiv, Yes	Custom builder, Braze, Yes
Optimized deliverability	Optimized deliverability, beehiiv, Yes	Optimized deliverability, Braze, Yes
Custom fields	Custom fields, beehiiv, Yes	Custom fields, Braze, Yes
Custom HTML	Custom HTML, beehiiv, Yes	Custom HTML, Braze, Yes
Audience polls	Audience polls, beehiiv, Yes	Audience polls, Braze, No
A/B Testing	A/B Testing, beehiiv, Yes	A/B Testing, Braze, Yes
Content creation AI	Content creation AI, beehiiv, Yes	Content creation AI, Braze, Yes
Custom mobile apps	Custom mobile apps, beehiiv, Yes	Custom mobile apps, Braze, No
Podcasts	Podcasts, beehiiv, Yes	Podcasts, Braze, No
Collaborative editing	Collaborative editing, beehiiv, Yes	Collaborative editing, Braze, No
Inline comments	Inline comments, beehiiv, Yes	Inline comments, Braze, No
Dynamic content	Dynamic content, beehiiv, Yes	Dynamic content, Braze, Yes
Growth
Recommendation network	Recommendation network, beehiiv, Yes	Recommendation network, Braze, No
Magic links	Magic links, beehiiv, Yes	Magic links, Braze, No
Referral program	Referral program, beehiiv, Yes	Referral program, Braze, No
Monetization
Integrated Ad network	Integrated Ad network, beehiiv, Yes	Integrated Ad network, Braze, No
Paid Subscriptions	Paid Subscriptions, beehiiv, Yes	Paid Subscriptions, Braze, No
Paid recommendations	Paid recommendations, beehiiv, Yes	Paid recommendations, Braze, No
Direct sponsorships	Direct sponsorships, beehiiv, Yes	Direct sponsorships, Braze, No
Digital products	Digital products, beehiiv, Yes	Digital products, Braze, No
Analytics
Campaign analytics	Campaign analytics, beehiiv, Yes	Campaign analytics, Braze, Yes
Subscriber metrics	Subscriber metrics, beehiiv, Yes	Subscriber metrics, Braze, Yes
Advanced segmentation	Advanced segmentation, beehiiv, Yes	Advanced segmentation, Braze, Yes
Advanced analytics	Advanced analytics, beehiiv, Yes	Advanced analytics, Braze, Yes
Integrations
Giphy	Giphy, beehiiv, Yes	Giphy, Braze, No
Unsplash	Unsplash, beehiiv, Yes	Unsplash, Braze, No
API access	API access, beehiiv, Yes	API access, Braze, Yes
App marketplace	App marketplace, beehiiv, Yes	App marketplace, Braze, Yes
Security
2FA	2FA, beehiiv, Yes	2FA, Braze, Yes
SSO	SSO, beehiiv, Yes	SSO, Braze, Yes
Support
Normal support	Normal support, beehiiv, Yes	Normal support, Braze, Yes
Priority support	Priority support, beehiiv, Yes	Priority support, Braze, Yes
Account manager	Account manager, beehiiv, Yes	Account manager, Braze, Yes

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Common Questions About Platform Migration

Will I lose subscribers migrating from Braze to beehiiv?

No. Contacts export cleanly from Braze and import directly into beehiiv. We've migrated lists of 500,000+ subscribers without losing a single contact.

What happens to my Braze Canvas flows when I switch to beehiiv?

You'll need to rebuild workflows, but they're simpler to create and maintain. Braze Canvas flows are built for complex app engagement across multiple channels. beehiiv handles email automation differently. You get welcome sequences, drip campaigns, and behavior-based triggers designed specifically for newsletters.

How long does custom domain transfer take when moving to beehiiv?

DNS propagation typically completes in 24-48 hours. We provide step-by-step documentation for all major registrars.

How long does it take to migrate from Braze to beehiiv?

Most publishers are sending newsletters within 24 hours of starting. Braze implementations typically require weeks or months with engineering resources. beehiiv is designed for speed.

Can I run Braze and beehiiv at the same time during migration?

Yes. You can run beehiiv in parallel while you transition. Our pricing allows you to test without significant investment while you complete your existing commitment.

What training and onboarding does beehiiv provide?

All plans include documentation, guided setup, and email support. Max and Enterprise plans add priority support and dedicated account managers. No steep learning curve, no months-long implementation required.

beehiiv is built for

Content Creators

Turn a newsletter into a business. Integrated ads, paid subscriptions with 0% platform fees, referral programs, and paid recommendations for growth. No engineers. No sales calls. Just tools that drive revenue.

Media Companies & Publishers

Professional publishing tools at a fraction of traditional enterprise pricing. Multiple publications, powerful segmentation, A/B testing, and advanced monetization. All with flexible pricing that scales with your business.

Startups & B2B Organizations

Build authority through content without technical complexity. Start publishing today, not after months of implementation. Transparent pricing from the start.

Solopreneurs

Everything in one platform. Predictable pricing. Start free with 2,500 subscribers and scale without hitting enterprise minimums or negotiating contracts.

Still Have Questions?

How does Braze pricing compare to beehiiv?

Braze offers custom pricing, often ranging from $60,000 to $200,000+ annually, based on monthly active users and selected features. beehiiv has transparent pricing: free up to 2,500 subscribers, with paid plans starting at $43 per month, depending on features and scale.

Does beehiiv offer a free plan?

Yes. Our free plan supports up to 2,500 subscribers with unlimited sends. Braze offers limited trials (that require talking to sales), but no ongoing free tier.

How does beehiiv's email deliverability compare to Braze?

Both platforms maintain strong deliverability. beehiiv provides optimized deliverability, consistently achieving industry-leading inbox placement without enterprise-level pricing.

Does beehiiv have growth tools?

Absolutely. Built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, and paid recommendations for paid growth.

How do I get started with beehiiv?

Sign up free and send your first newsletter within minutes. No sales calls, no custom quotes, no engineering team required.