Constant Contact vs. beehiiv

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

Small Business Marketing vs. Newsletter Growth & Monetization

Constant Contact has been in the email marketing game since 1995. An all-in-one small business marketing platform with email, social media management, and event tools. Solid for businesses that need a marketing CRM with everything bundled together.

beehiiv was built by the team behind Morning Brew for publishers who need something different. Built-in growth tools, integrated revenue streams, and a free plan that lets you build to 2,500 subscribers before paying anything.

Constant Contact does well as a basic CRM. However, it charges hefty overage fees for exceeding send limits. beehiiv offers unlimited sends on every plan. One platform bills you extra for success. The other expects you to grow.

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What beehiiv is best for

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Constant Contact is good for

Small businesses that require a full marketing CRM
Users who need built-in social media management tools
Users who rely heavily on SMS campaigns

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	Constant Contact Full comparison
Monthly Pricing
Monthly email sends	Unlimited	Limited by plan
Free plan up to 2,500 subscribers
Up to 10,000 subscribers	$109	$120
Up to 100,000 subscribers	$329	Requires enterprise contract
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 Constant Contact to beehiiv?

No. Export your contacts from Constant Contact and import directly into beehiiv. We've migrated lists of 500,000+ subscribers without losing a single contact.

What happens to my Constant Contact automations when I switch to beehiiv?

Constant Contact's automations are relatively straightforward and easy to build inside beehiiv. beehiiv handles welcome sequences, drip campaigns, and behavior triggers natively, often with more flexibility for newsletter-specific use cases.

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 Constant Contact to beehiiv?

Most teams are sending within a day. beehiiv's modern interface is intuitive with no steep learning curve.

Can I cancel Constant Contact and switch to beehiiv mid-contract?

Yes. Constant Contact uses month-to-month billing with no long-term contracts. Cancel anytime without penalty.

What training and onboarding does beehiiv provide for Constant Contact users?

All plans include documentation, guided setup, and email support. Max and Enterprise plans add priority support and dedicated account managers, respectively.

beehiiv is built for

Content Creators

Grow and monetize with tools Constant Contact doesn't offer. The industry's largest built-in ad network, paid subscriptions, referral programs, and Boosts. More than just email templates and social scheduling.

Media Companies & Publishers

Purpose-built publishing infrastructure with multiple publications, advanced newsletter analytics, and integrated revenue streams. Newsletter-first, not small business marketing adapted for content.

Startups & B2B Organizations

Build authority through content with growth tools that work out of the box. Unlimited email sends on every plan. With no overage fees as you scale, it's a platform designed to grow with you.

Solopreneurs

Everything you need in one platform, starting free. Constant Contact has no free plan, just a 14-day trial. beehiiv lets you build to 2,500 subscribers before paying anything.

Still Have Questions?

How does Constant Contact pricing compare to beehiiv?

Constant Contact's Lite plan starts at $12/month for just 500 contacts. Plans charge overage fees if you exceed send limits. beehiiv offers a free plan up to 2,500 subscribers with unlimited sends. Paid plans start at just $43 per month, with transparent pricing and no overage fees.

Does beehiiv offer a free plan?

Yes. Our free plan supports up to 2,500 subscribers with unlimited sends. Constant Contact offers a 14-day trial but no ongoing free tier.

Does beehiiv have email send limits like Constant Contact?

No. beehiiv offers unlimited sends on all plans. Constant Contact limits sends based on your plan tier, with overage fees if you exceed your allowance.

How does beehiiv's email deliverability compare to Constant Contact?

beehiiv provides optimized deliverability and dedicated IPs on Enterprise plans, consistently achieving industry-leading inbox placement.

Can I monetize my newsletter on beehiiv?

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

Does beehiiv have growth tools?

Yes. Built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, and Boosts for paid subscriber acquisition. Constant Contact focuses on marketing tools for small businesses, not newsletter-specific growth.

How do I get started with beehiiv?

Sign up free. No credit card required. Send your first newsletter within minutes. Build to 2,500 subscribers without spending anything.

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