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Mailjet vs. beehiiv

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

Email Infrastructure vs Newsletter Growth & Monetization

Mailjet is infrastructure for developers: transactional emails, SMTP relay, and API-first delivery. It excels at password resets, order confirmations, and high-volume promotional blasts.

beehiiv was built by the team behind Morning Brew for a different purpose entirely: audience growth, content monetization, and building newsletter businesses.

Mailjet charges by email volume. Send 100,000 emails monthly? That's $89/month. beehiiv charges on subscriber count with unlimited sends. 10,000 subscribers sending weekly? That's a flat $96/month, no matter how many emails you send.

Mailjet is good for

  • Product teams that send transactional messages via API or SMTP
  • Developers who want to integrate transactional email into their apps
  • Marketing teams that manage high-volume outbound email 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

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

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beehiiv

Mailjet

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

Common Questions About Platform Migration

Will I lose subscribers migrating from Mailjet to beehiiv?

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

What happens to my Mailjet automations when I switch to beehiiv?

Automations need to be rebuilt, but beehiiv's workflow builder offers more flexibility than Mailjet's limited triggers. Most teams find the transition straightforward.

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 Mailjet to beehiiv?

Technical migration takes less than a day. Full operational transition, including testing, team onboarding, and first sends, typically takes 1-2 weeks.

Can I run Mailjet and beehiiv simultaneously during migration?

Yes. Run both platforms in parallel during transition. Complete your current campaigns on Mailjet, then switch over when ready.

What training and onboarding does beehiiv provide for Mailjet users?

All plans include comprehensive documentation and email support. Max and Enterprise plans add priority support and a dedicated account manager, respectively.

What's the rollback process if I need to return to Mailjet?

Keep your Mailjet account active until you're confident. Your data is always exportable from beehiiv.

beehiiv is built for

Content Creators

Turn your audience into revenue. Built-in ad network, paid subscriptions, and sponsorship tools. No stitching together third-party services.

Media Companies & Publishers

Enterprise infrastructure for scaling publications. Multiple newsletters, advanced segmentation, and integrated monetization under one roof.

Startups & B2B Organizations

Build authority and generate leads through content. Analytics designed for business outcomes, plus growth tools Mailjet doesn't offer.

Solopreneurs

Everything in one platform: growth tools, monetization, website hosting, and subscriber management. All without needing to write a single line of code.

Still Have Questions?

How does Mailjet pricing compare to beehiiv?

Mailjet charges by email volume. beehiiv charges by subscriber count with unlimited sends: free up to 2,500 subscribers, with paid plans starting at $43 per month. For newsletter publishers, beehiiv's flat-rate model is typically more cost-effective and includes monetization tools Mailjet doesn't have.

Does beehiiv offer a free plan like Mailjet?

Yes, and it’s more generous for newsletter publishers. beehiiv's free plan supports up to 2,500 subscribers with unlimited sends. Mailjet's free plan caps you at 6,000 emails per month with a 200 email per day limit.

How does beehiiv's email deliverability compare to Mailjet?

beehiiv provides enterprise-grade deliverability with automated warm-up and proactive monitoring. Mailjet offers deliverability services, including dedicated specialists and IP management, on higher-tier plans.

Can I monetize my newsletter on beehiiv?

Yes. This is a core differentiator. beehiiv offers an integrated ad network, paid subscriptions (0% platform fees), and sponsorship tools. Mailjet offers form builders and landing pages but lacks publisher-specific monetization options such as ad networks, referral programs, and paid subscription infrastructure.

What newsletter growth tools does beehiiv offer compared to Mailjet?

Yes. Built-in referral programs, a recommendation network for cross-promotion, paid recommendations for paid subscriber acquisition, and optimized subscribe forms. Mailjet offers form builders but not publisher-specific tools for audience growth.

Does beehiiv offer website tools?

Yes. Full web hosting, custom domains, and a drag-and-drop website builder are included. Mailjet offers landing pages but not a full website builder for complete sites.

What integrations does beehiiv offer compared to Mailjet?

beehiiv integrates with no-code tools like Zapier, supports webhooks, and offers an open API. Mailjet offers third-party integrations with CRM, e-commerce, and marketing platforms.

How do I get started with beehiiv?

Sign up for free, import your subscribers, and send your first newsletter in minutes. Migration support is available if needed.