Kajabi vs. beehiiv

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

Course Platform vs. Newsletter Growth & Monetization

Kajabi is designed for creators selling knowledge products. Online courses, memberships, coaching programs, and communities are all integrated to help you monetize what you know.

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.

Kajabi starts at $143/month with no free plan. beehiiv's free plan is generous, with a 2,500 subscriber limit. When you're ready to scale even further, beehiiv starts at just $43/month. That's over $500 each year in savings.

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What beehiiv is best for

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Kajabi is good for

Creators offering coupons or payment plans for digital products
Creators operating a paid membership site or forum
Creators running one-on-one or group coaching sessions

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	Kajabi Full comparison
Monthly Pricing
Monthly email sends	Unlimited	Limited by plan
Free plan up to 2,500 subscribers
Up to 10,000 subscribers	$109	$119
Up to 100,000 subscribers	$329	$319
Paid Subscriptions	0%	0%
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 Kajabi to beehiiv?

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

What happens to my Kajabi courses and products when I switch to beehiiv?

beehiiv focuses on newsletters, not courses. If courses are central to your business, you might keep Kajabi for courses while using beehiiv for newsletter growth and monetization. Many creators use both.

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 does beehiiv's email marketing compare to Kajabi?

beehiiv handles email campaigns, automations, welcome sequences, and segmentation. Plus newsletter-specific tools like referral programs, recommendation networks, and an integrated ad network that Kajabi doesn't offer.

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

Most publishers are sending newsletters within a day. beehiiv's interface is intuitive and purpose-built for newsletters. No complex course builder or funnel system to navigate.

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.

beehiiv is built for

Content Creators

Grow and monetize with tools Kajabi 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. Kajabi's Basic plan includes 2,500 contacts with unlimited emails, then jumps to 25,000 contacts on their pricier Growth plan. beehiiv offers more tiers, and unlimited sends on every tier.

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 analytics.

Solopreneurs

Everything needed in one platform, starting free with 2,500 subscribers. Kajabi has no free plan, just a 14-day trial, then $143/month minimum (whether you have 10 subscribers or 2,500).

Still Have Questions?

How does Kajabi's pricing compare to beehiiv?

Kajabi's Basic plan starts at $143/month (billed annually) or $179/month (monthly billing) with 2,500 contacts. beehiiv offers a free plan up to 2,500 subscribers, with paid plans starting at just $43 per month.

Does beehiiv offer a free plan?

beehiiv offers a free plan with 2,500 subscribers and unlimited sends. Kajabi has no free plan, just a 14-day trial (sometimes 30 days). After that, you start paying from $143/month.

Does beehiiv have an ad network?

Yes. beehiiv's integrated ad network connects publishers with premium advertisers who pay to sponsor your newsletter. Kajabi doesn't offer an ad network. It's designed for selling courses and memberships, not newsletter monetization through ads.

What newsletter growth tools does beehiiv offer?

beehiiv includes built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, and Boosts for paid subscriber acquisition.

Can I run paid subscriptions on beehiiv like Kajabi?

Yes. Both platforms offer 0% platform fees on paid subscriptions. You only pay payment processor fees. beehiiv focuses on newsletter subscriptions. Kajabi focuses on course and membership sales.

How do I get started with beehiiv?

Sign up free with no credit card required and send your first newsletter within minutes. No 14-day trial countdown. Grow to 2,500 subscribers before you pay anything.

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