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Hubspot vs. beehiiv

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

Enterprise CRM vs. Newsletter Growth & Monetization

HubSpot is a comprehensive CRM and inbound marketing platform. If you need lead scoring, deal tracking, and multi-channel nurture campaigns, that's HubSpot's DNA.

beehiiv was built by the team behind Morning Brew for publishers who need something different. Integrated ad network, referral programs, recommendation networks, and growth tools designed specifically for email-first content businesses.

HubSpot's Professional plan costs $890/month plus a mandatory $3,000 onboarding fee. beehiiv's Max plan costs $96/month with no added fees. That's $13,680 annually versus just $1,152. The difference could fund an entire year of content creation.

but don't just take our word

Here's Tyler's story

Tyler Steinhardt, Chief Strategy Officer at Vocal Media

I've used a lot of email marketing tools over the years (MailChimp, Campaign Monitor, Salesforce, Hubspot...) but I've never onboarded faster with a product than beehiiv. Super simple to learn, clean user interface and constantly rolling out new features.

Hubspot is good for

  • Users who need a full CRM (customer relationship management) platform
  • Customer Service teams who need helpdesk, ticketing, and live chat features
  • Salespeople who need to nurture prospects across channels

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

compare features

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

Feature

beehiiv

Hubspot

Monthly Pricing
Monthly email sendsMonthly email sends, beehiiv, UnlimitedMonthly email sends, Hubspot, Limited, starting at 2,000/month
Free plan up to 2,500 subscribersFree plan up to 2,500 subscribers, beehiiv, YesFree plan up to 2,500 subscribers, Hubspot, No
Up to 10,000 subscribersUp to 10,000 subscribers, beehiiv, $109Up to 10,000 subscribers, Hubspot, $380
Up to 100,000 subscribersUp to 100,000 subscribers, beehiiv, $329Up to 100,000 subscribers, Hubspot, $3980
Paid SubscriptionsPaid Subscriptions, beehiiv, 0%Paid Subscriptions, Hubspot, N/A
Content Management Features
Team membersTeam members, beehiiv, YesTeam members, Hubspot, Starting at $20/month per seat
Email sendsEmail sends, beehiiv, YesEmail sends, Hubspot, Yes
Web postsWeb posts, beehiiv, YesWeb posts, Hubspot, Yes
PublicationsPublications, beehiiv, YesPublications, Hubspot, Yes
SubscribersSubscribers, beehiiv, YesSubscribers, Hubspot, Yes
Website Features
Web hostingWeb hosting, beehiiv, YesWeb hosting, Hubspot, Yes
Subscribe formsSubscribe forms, beehiiv, YesSubscribe forms, Hubspot, Yes
Advanced email captureAdvanced email capture, beehiiv, YesAdvanced email capture, Hubspot, Yes
Custom domainCustom domain, beehiiv, YesCustom domain, Hubspot, Yes
Survey formsSurvey forms, beehiiv, YesSurvey forms, Hubspot, Yes
Advanced web builderAdvanced web builder, beehiiv, YesAdvanced web builder, Hubspot, Yes
Podcast sitesPodcast sites, beehiiv, YesPodcast sites, Hubspot, No
Link in bioLink in bio, beehiiv, YesLink in bio, Hubspot, No
Ai website builderAi website builder, beehiiv, YesAi website builder, Hubspot, Yes
Website analyticsWebsite analytics, beehiiv, YesWebsite analytics, Hubspot, Yes
Newsletter Features
Custom builderCustom builder, beehiiv, YesCustom builder, Hubspot, Yes
Optimized deliverabilityOptimized deliverability, beehiiv, YesOptimized deliverability, Hubspot, No
Custom fieldsCustom fields, beehiiv, YesCustom fields, Hubspot, Yes
Custom HTMLCustom HTML, beehiiv, YesCustom HTML, Hubspot, Yes
Audience pollsAudience polls, beehiiv, YesAudience polls, Hubspot, Yes
A/B TestingA/B Testing, beehiiv, YesA/B Testing, Hubspot, Yes
Content creation AIContent creation AI, beehiiv, YesContent creation AI, Hubspot, Yes
Custom mobile appsCustom mobile apps, beehiiv, YesCustom mobile apps, Hubspot, No
PodcastsPodcasts, beehiiv, YesPodcasts, Hubspot, Yes
Collaborative editingCollaborative editing, beehiiv, YesCollaborative editing, Hubspot, Yes
Inline commentsInline comments, beehiiv, YesInline comments, Hubspot, Yes
Dynamic contentDynamic content, beehiiv, YesDynamic content, Hubspot, Yes
Growth
Recommendation networkRecommendation network, beehiiv, YesRecommendation network, Hubspot, No
Magic linksMagic links, beehiiv, YesMagic links, Hubspot, No
Referral programReferral program, beehiiv, YesReferral program, Hubspot, No
Monetization
Integrated Ad networkIntegrated Ad network, beehiiv, YesIntegrated Ad network, Hubspot, No
Paid SubscriptionsPaid Subscriptions, beehiiv, YesPaid Subscriptions, Hubspot, No
Paid recommendationsPaid recommendations, beehiiv, YesPaid recommendations, Hubspot, No
Direct sponsorshipsDirect sponsorships, beehiiv, YesDirect sponsorships, Hubspot, No
Digital productsDigital products, beehiiv, YesDigital products, Hubspot, No
Analytics
Campaign analyticsCampaign analytics, beehiiv, YesCampaign analytics, Hubspot, Yes
Subscriber metricsSubscriber metrics, beehiiv, YesSubscriber metrics, Hubspot, Yes
Advanced segmentationAdvanced segmentation, beehiiv, YesAdvanced segmentation, Hubspot, Yes
Advanced analyticsAdvanced analytics, beehiiv, YesAdvanced analytics, Hubspot, No
Integrations
GiphyGiphy, beehiiv, YesGiphy, Hubspot, No
UnsplashUnsplash, beehiiv, YesUnsplash, Hubspot, No
API accessAPI access, beehiiv, YesAPI access, Hubspot, Yes
App marketplaceApp marketplace, beehiiv, YesApp marketplace, Hubspot, Yes
Security
2FA2FA, beehiiv, Yes2FA, Hubspot, Yes
SSOSSO, beehiiv, YesSSO, Hubspot, No
Support
Normal supportNormal support, beehiiv, YesNormal support, Hubspot, Yes
Priority supportPriority support, beehiiv, YesPriority support, Hubspot, Yes
Account managerAccount manager, beehiiv, YesAccount manager, Hubspot, No

Common Questions About Platform Migration

Will I lose subscribers migrating from HubSpot to beehiiv?

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

What happens to my HubSpot workflows when I switch to beehiiv?

You'll need to rebuild those workflows. beehiiv handles welcome sequences, drip campaigns, and behavior triggers natively. HubSpot's complex CRM workflows and lead scoring are designed for sales processes. beehiiv focuses on newsletter publishing and growth. Different business models need different tools.

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 CRM and sales features switching from HubSpot to beehiiv?

Yes. HubSpot's CRM, deal tracking, and sales pipelines are genuine strengths for lead-to-sale conversion. beehiiv focuses on audience building and monetization. Using the right tool beats paying for features you'll never touch.

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

Most publishers are sending newsletters within a day. No mandatory onboarding fees. HubSpot requires $3,000 to $7,000 in onboarding costs for Professional and Enterprise plans just to get started.

What training and onboarding does beehiiv provide for HubSpot users?

All plans include documentation and guided setup. Max and Enterprise plans add priority support and dedicated account managers, respectively. No added fees.

Can I keep using HubSpot CRM with beehiiv for newsletters?

Yes, you can. Many teams use HubSpot for sales and CRM while running newsletters through beehiiv. The platforms can work together, with beehiiv handling publishing and monetization, while HubSpot manages your sales pipeline.

beehiiv is built for

Content Creators

Grow and monetize with tools HubSpot doesn't offer. Integrated ad network, Boosts for paid subscriber acquisition, and built-in referral programs.

Media Companies & Publishers

Purpose-built newsletter infrastructure with unlimited email sends included. At 100K subscribers, beehiiv costs $290/month, vs. HubSpot's Professional plan at $890/month (for 2,000 marketing contacts and 10,000 email send limit).

Startups & B2B Organizations

Build authority through content without enterprise pricing. HubSpot's Professional plan starts at $890/month plus a $3,000 mandatory onboarding fee. beehiiv starts free with no setup costs, helping you run your business more efficiently.

Solopreneurs

Everything you need in one platform. Start for free at 2,500 subscribers and unlimited sends. HubSpot's free plan limits you to just 2,000 emails per month.

Still Have Questions?

How does HubSpot pricing compare to beehiiv?

HubSpot's Starter plan begins at $20/month per seat for 1,000 marketing contacts. Professional starts at $890/month (includes 3 seats, 2,000 contacts) plus $3,000 in onboarding fees. beehiiv offers a free plan up to 2,500 subscribers with unlimited sends, with paid plans starting at just $43 per month.

Does beehiiv have email send limits like HubSpot?

No. beehiiv includes unlimited email sends on all plans. HubSpot limits emails based on your contact tier. Their free plan allows just 2,000 emails per month.

Does beehiiv offer a free plan?

Yes, and more generous. beehiiv offers a free plan with 2,500 subscribers and unlimited sends. HubSpot's free plan limits you to 2 users, 2,000 emails per month, and puts HubSpot branding on forms, emails, and landing pages.

Does beehiiv have an ad network?

Yes. beehiiv's integrated ad network connects publishers with premium advertisers who pay to sponsor your newsletter. HubSpot doesn't have an ad network. It offers tools to manage external ads on platforms like Google and Facebook, but no publisher monetization.

What newsletter growth tools does beehiiv offer compared to HubSpot?

beehiiv includes built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, and paid recommendations for paid subscriber acquisition. HubSpot focuses on lead capture and nurture for sales pipelines rather than newsletter-specific audience growth.

Can I run paid subscriptions on beehiiv?

Yes. beehiiv offers 0% platform fees on paid subscriptions. You only pay Stripe processing fees. HubSpot doesn't support paid newsletter subscriptions natively, though you can use its commerce tools to manage billing separately.

Does beehiiv require annual contracts like HubSpot?

No. beehiiv offers monthly billing with no long-term contracts required. HubSpot Professional and Enterprise plans require annual commitments, often paid upfront, with no early cancellation or refunds.

How do I get started with beehiiv?

Sign up free with no credit card required and send your first newsletter within minutes. No onboarding fees. No per-seat pricing. No annual commitment. Grow to 2,500 subscribers before you pay anything.