Braze vs. beehiiv

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

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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What beehiiv is best for

Pricing comparison

Feature comparison

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

Make the switch

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

	beehiiv Get started	Braze Full comparison
Monthly Pricing
Monthly email sends	Unlimited	Limited by plan
Free plan up to 2,500 subscribers
Up to 10,000 subscribers	$109	Custom enterprise pricing
Up to 100,000 subscribers	$329	Custom enterprise pricing
Paid Subscriptions	0%	Not offered
Content Management Features
Team members
Email sends
Web posts
Publications
Subscribers
Website Features
Web hosting
Subscribe forms
Advanced email capture
Custom domain
Survey forms
Advanced web builder
Podcast sites
Link in bio
Ai website builder
Website analytics
Newsletter Features
Custom builder
Optimized deliverability
Custom fields
Custom HTML
Audience polls
A/B Testing
Content creation AI
Custom mobile apps
Podcasts
Collaborative editing
Inline comments
Dynamic content
Growth
Recommendation network
Magic links
Referral program
Boosts
Monetization
Integrated Ad network
Paid Subscriptions
Boosts
Direct sponsorships
Digital products
Analytics
Campaign analytics
Subscriber metrics
Advanced segmentation
Advanced analytics
Integrations
Giphy
Unsplash
API access
App marketplace
Security
2FA
SSO
Support
Normal support
Priority support
Account manager

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 Boosts 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.

Can I monetize my newsletter on beehiiv?

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

Does beehiiv have growth tools?

Absolutely. Built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, and Boosts (paid newsletter 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.