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GetResponse vs. beehiiv

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

Marketing Tools vs. Newsletter Growth & Monetization

GetResponse was designed to be an all-in-one marketing platform. Email, SMS, conversion funnels, and e-commerce tools in one package.

beehiiv was built by the team behind Morning Brew for publishers who need something different. Integrated ad network, referral programs, paid subscriptions, and features for audience growth designed specifically for content businesses.

GetResponse does well at multi-channel marketing. beehiiv focuses on what modern creators and brands need: tools to build a newsletter business with growth and monetization built-in.

GetResponse is good for

  • Users who need SMS, push notifications, and email in a single platform
  • Users who rely extensively on e-commerce integrations
  • Users who need support for transactional messaging

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

GetResponse

Monthly Pricing
Monthly email sendsMonthly email sends, beehiiv, UnlimitedMonthly email sends, GetResponse, Unlimited
Free plan up to 2,500 subscribersFree plan up to 2,500 subscribers, beehiiv, YesFree plan up to 2,500 subscribers, GetResponse, No
Up to 10,000 subscribersUp to 10,000 subscribers, beehiiv, $109Up to 10,000 subscribers, GetResponse, $93
Up to 100,000 subscribersUp to 100,000 subscribers, beehiiv, $329Up to 100,000 subscribers, GetResponse, $539
Paid SubscriptionsPaid Subscriptions, beehiiv, 0%Paid Subscriptions, GetResponse, 0%
Content Management Features
Team membersTeam members, beehiiv, YesTeam members, GetResponse, Yes
Email sendsEmail sends, beehiiv, YesEmail sends, GetResponse, Yes
Web postsWeb posts, beehiiv, YesWeb posts, GetResponse, No
PublicationsPublications, beehiiv, YesPublications, GetResponse, Yes
SubscribersSubscribers, beehiiv, YesSubscribers, GetResponse, Yes
Website Features
Web hostingWeb hosting, beehiiv, YesWeb hosting, GetResponse, Yes
Subscribe formsSubscribe forms, beehiiv, YesSubscribe forms, GetResponse, Yes
Advanced email captureAdvanced email capture, beehiiv, YesAdvanced email capture, GetResponse, Yes
Custom domainCustom domain, beehiiv, YesCustom domain, GetResponse, Yes
Survey formsSurvey forms, beehiiv, YesSurvey forms, GetResponse, No
Advanced web builderAdvanced web builder, beehiiv, YesAdvanced web builder, GetResponse, Yes
Podcast sitesPodcast sites, beehiiv, YesPodcast sites, GetResponse, No
Link in bioLink in bio, beehiiv, YesLink in bio, GetResponse, No
Ai website builderAi website builder, beehiiv, YesAi website builder, GetResponse, Yes
Website analyticsWebsite analytics, beehiiv, YesWebsite analytics, GetResponse, Yes
Newsletter Features
Custom builderCustom builder, beehiiv, YesCustom builder, GetResponse, Yes
Optimized deliverabilityOptimized deliverability, beehiiv, YesOptimized deliverability, GetResponse, Yes
Custom fieldsCustom fields, beehiiv, YesCustom fields, GetResponse, Yes
Custom HTMLCustom HTML, beehiiv, YesCustom HTML, GetResponse, Yes
Audience pollsAudience polls, beehiiv, YesAudience polls, GetResponse, No
A/B TestingA/B Testing, beehiiv, YesA/B Testing, GetResponse, Yes
Content creation AIContent creation AI, beehiiv, YesContent creation AI, GetResponse, Yes
Custom mobile appsCustom mobile apps, beehiiv, YesCustom mobile apps, GetResponse, No
PodcastsPodcasts, beehiiv, YesPodcasts, GetResponse, No
Collaborative editingCollaborative editing, beehiiv, YesCollaborative editing, GetResponse, No
Inline commentsInline comments, beehiiv, YesInline comments, GetResponse, No
Dynamic contentDynamic content, beehiiv, YesDynamic content, GetResponse, Yes
Growth
Recommendation networkRecommendation network, beehiiv, YesRecommendation network, GetResponse, No
Magic linksMagic links, beehiiv, YesMagic links, GetResponse, No
Referral programReferral program, beehiiv, YesReferral program, GetResponse, No
Monetization
Integrated Ad networkIntegrated Ad network, beehiiv, YesIntegrated Ad network, GetResponse, No
Paid SubscriptionsPaid Subscriptions, beehiiv, YesPaid Subscriptions, GetResponse, Yes
Paid recommendationsPaid recommendations, beehiiv, YesPaid recommendations, GetResponse, No
Direct sponsorshipsDirect sponsorships, beehiiv, YesDirect sponsorships, GetResponse, No
Digital productsDigital products, beehiiv, YesDigital products, GetResponse, Yes
Analytics
Campaign analyticsCampaign analytics, beehiiv, YesCampaign analytics, GetResponse, Yes
Subscriber metricsSubscriber metrics, beehiiv, YesSubscriber metrics, GetResponse, Yes
Advanced segmentationAdvanced segmentation, beehiiv, YesAdvanced segmentation, GetResponse, Yes
Advanced analyticsAdvanced analytics, beehiiv, YesAdvanced analytics, GetResponse, Yes
Integrations
GiphyGiphy, beehiiv, YesGiphy, GetResponse, No
UnsplashUnsplash, beehiiv, YesUnsplash, GetResponse, No
API accessAPI access, beehiiv, YesAPI access, GetResponse, Yes
App marketplaceApp marketplace, beehiiv, YesApp marketplace, GetResponse, Yes
Security
2FA2FA, beehiiv, Yes2FA, GetResponse, Yes
SSOSSO, beehiiv, YesSSO, GetResponse, Yes
Support
Normal supportNormal support, beehiiv, YesNormal support, GetResponse, Yes
Priority supportPriority support, beehiiv, YesPriority support, GetResponse, Yes
Account managerAccount manager, beehiiv, YesAccount manager, GetResponse, Yes

Common Questions About Platform Migration

Will I lose subscribers during migration from GetResponse to beehiiv?

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

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.

Will I lose SMS and webinar features switching from GetResponse to beehiiv?

While SMS marketing and webinar hosting are genuine strengths of GetResponse, beehiiv’s open API and webhook integrations make it easy to integrate with any SMS and webinar platform you prefer. Check out our developer documentation here.

How quickly can I start sending newsletters after switching from GetResponse to beehiiv?

Most publishers are sending newsletters within a day. beehiiv's interface is intuitive and purpose-built for newsletters. No complex marketing automation to configure.

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, respectively.

Can I transfer my GetResponse landing pages to beehiiv?

No, not directly. GetResponse landing pages don't transfer directly, but beehiiv includes a full web builder with landing page capabilities designed specifically for content publishing and growth.

beehiiv is built for

Content Creators

Grow and monetize with tools GetResponse doesn't offer. Integrated ad network, Boosts for paid growth, and referral programs built for audience building. No generic marketing funnels here.

Media Companies & Publishers

Purpose-built publishing infrastructure with multiple publications, advanced newsletter analytics, and predictable pricing. At 10K subscribers, beehiiv is just $96/month. GetResponse's pricing varies based on features and contact count.

Startups & B2B Organizations

Build authority through content with growth tools that work out of the box. Full A/B testing, recommendation networks for cross-promotion, and newsletter-specific segmentation. It’s way more than generic marketing automation.

Solopreneurs

Everything needed in one platform, starting free with up to 2,500 subscribers. GetResponse's free plan limits you to just 500 contacts.

Still Have Questions?

How does GetResponse pricing compare to beehiiv?

GetResponse's Starter plan begins at $19/month for 1,000 contacts, with prices increasing with contact count. beehiiv offers a free plan for up to 2,500 subscribers with unlimited sends, and paid plans start at $43 per month, with transparent pricing tiers.

How do GetResponse and beehiiv free plans compare?

Yes. Our free plan includes 2,500 subscribers with unlimited sends. GetResponse's free plan limits you to 500 contacts, 2,500 emails per month, and one landing page.

Can I run paid subscriptions on beehiiv like GetResponse?

Absolutely. beehiiv supports paid newsletters with 0% platform fees starting at the Scale plan ($43/month). GetResponse offers paid newsletters (premium subscriptions) on their Creator plan ($69/month and up).

Does GetResponse offer a native ad network?

No, they do not. beehiiv's integrated ad network connects publishers with premium advertisers, generating revenue without you needing to manage inventory or billing.

What newsletter growth tools does beehiiv offer compared to GetResponse?

beehiiv has built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, and paid recommendations for paid subscriber acquisition. GetResponse also offers growth tools like forms, pop-ups, landing pages, and automated workflows. However, beehiiv's tools are designed specifically for audience growth and monetization, while GetResponse focuses on broader marketing funnel conversion.

How does beehiiv's automation compare to GetResponse for newsletters?

GetResponse's automation is useful for marketing campaigns and e-commerce workflows that incorporate webinars and multi-channel features. beehiiv's automation is designed specifically for newsletters with complex welcome sequences, behavioral triggers, and content-based automations.

How does beehiiv's email deliverability compare to GetResponse?

GetResponse reports a 99% deliverability rate. beehiiv provides optimized deliverability and dedicated IPs on Enterprise plans, consistently achieving industry-leading inbox placement specifically for newsletter content.

How do I get started with beehiiv?

Sign up free with no credit card required and send your first newsletter within minutes. Take advantage of 5x the free subscriber limit of GetResponse