
Kit vs. beehiiv
beehiiv is the dynamic and modern alternative to Kit, focused on newsletter growth and monetization.
Basic Creator Tools vs. Newsletter Growth & Monetization
Kit (formerly ConvertKit) was built for creators who sell courses and digital products. Tag-based subscriber management, a visual automation builder, and an ad-supported free tier.
beehiiv was built by the team behind Morning Brew for publishers who need something different. It offers the industry's largest native ad network, built-in audience growth tools, and transparent pricing that doesn't spike as you grow.
Kit takes a cut of every paid subscription and digital product sale. beehiiv, on the other hand, doesn't take a cent.
but don't just take our word
Here's Growth Daily's story

Growth Daily
@growthdaily
beehiiv has made 100X easier to write multiple newsletters and and see all of my metrics in one glance compared to ConvertKit.
Kit is good for
- Complex, commerce-based automations
- Selling digital courses and products
- Deploying custom landing pages and funnels
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

Marketing Max
@growthdaily
beehiiv has made 100X easier to write multiple newsletters and and see all of my metrics in one glance compared to ConvertKit.
compare features
With beehiiv you'll have the same suite of tools used by the world's largest newsletters.
![]() beehiiv | ![]() Kit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Pricing | ||||
| Monthly email sends | Unlimited | Unlimited | ||
| Free plan up to 2,500 subscribers | ||||
| Up to 10,000 subscribers | $109 | Free, with ads | ||
| Up to 100,000 subscribers | $329 | $679 | ||
| Paid Subscriptions | 0% | 0.6% | ||
| 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 Kit to beehiiv?
No. Export your contacts from Kit and import directly into beehiiv. We've migrated lists of 500,000+ subscribers without losing a single contact. Migration typically takes about 15 minutes.
What happens to my Kit automations when I switch to beehiiv?
beehiiv handles welcome sequences, drip campaigns, and behavior triggers natively. If you're using Kit's visual automation flows, you'll recreate those in beehiiv's automation builder.
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.
Can I transfer paid subscribers from Kit to beehiiv?
Yes. You can transfer premium subscriptions seamlessly. Your readers won't be notified of the switch. Their payment method, billing cycle, and settings remain unchanged. beehiiv doesn't take a cut of your earnings, unlike Kit, which takes 0.6% on every sale.
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 import my existing Kit content to beehiiv?
Yes. Drop your current URL into our content import tool and we'll handle the rest. Most publishers are sending within a day.
beehiiv is built for
Content Creators
Grow and monetize with tools Kit doesn't offer. Integrated ad network, Boosts for paid growth, and 0% fees on paid subscriptions and digital products. What you earn is yours to keep.
Media Companies & Publishers
Purpose-built publishing infrastructure with multiple publications, advanced analytics, and predictable pricing at scale.
Startups & B2B Organizations
Build authority through content with growth tools that work out of the box. Take advantage of real-time collaboration features, plus advanced subscriber analytics, audience segmentation, and email automation.
Solopreneurs
Everything you need in one platform, starting free. Both platforms offer free tiers, but beehiiv's pricing stays predictable as you scale. No sticker shock when you hit subscriber thresholds.
Still Have Questions?
How do Kit and beehiiv paid subscription fees compare?
Both platforms support paid newsletters, but with a major difference. beehiiv takes 0% of your subscription revenue. Kit takes 0.6% of every transaction.
Does each platform support advertising?
Yes, but each takes a different approach. beehiiv's integrated ad network connects publishers with premium advertisers who pay to sponsor your newsletter. Kit has a Sponsor Network, which requires 10,000+ subscribers, weekly sending, exclusivity, and Kit takes 23.5% of earnings. For programmatic ad monetization, beehiiv provides more accessible options.
What newsletter growth tools does beehiiv offer compared to Kit?
beehiiv includes built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, and Boosts for paid subscriber acquisition. Kit has Creator Network for cross-promotion (paid recommendations take 23.5% fee) but lacks beehiiv's full growth toolkit.
How does beehiiv's email deliverability compare to Kit?
Both platforms have strong deliverability. Kit reports 99.8% delivery rate. beehiiv provides enterprise-grade infrastructure with similarly strong inbox placement.
How do I get started with beehiiv?
Sign up free with no credit card required and send your first newsletter within minutes. Migration from Kit takes about 15 minutes with our import tools.
estimated migration time: 15 minutes
Download our free migration guide below
Upload subscribers
Download a csv of your existing email list and upload it directly to beehiiv
Estimated time: 4 minutes.
Import existing content
Drop your current URL into our content import tool and we'll do the rest.
Estimated time: 5 minutes.
Transfer premium subscriptions
Your readers won't be notified of the switch—their payment method, billing cycle, and other settings will all remain unchanged...and now you'll keep 100% of your revenue.
Estimated time: 6 minutes.
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