ActiveCampaign vs Apollo.io

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: ActiveCampaign is both cheaper and higher-rated - a strong pick for most teams.

ActiveCampaign

Advanced email marketing automation with built-in CRM

4.5 / 5From $15/mo
Apollo.io

Sales intelligence and engagement platform with 275M+ contacts

4.4 / 5From $49/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanActiveCampaignApollo.io
FreeNoYes
Starter$15/mo$49/mo
Pro$79/mo$79/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

ActiveCampaign is cheaper at the Starter tier ($15/mo vs $49/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureActiveCampaignApollo.io
Visual automation builderYes-
CRM with deal pipelinesYes-
Lead scoringYes-
SMS marketingYes-
Site trackingYes-
Contact database 275M+-Yes
Email sequencing-Yes
Dialer-Yes
LinkedIn integration-Yes
AI email writer-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose ActiveCampaign if you need...

  • +Most powerful email automation
  • +Strong CRM integration
  • +Excellent deliverability
MarketersAgenciesStartupsEnterprise

Choose Apollo.io if you need...

  • +Huge contact database
  • +Good free tier
  • +All-in-one prospecting
SalespeopleStartupsAgenciesMarketers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, ActiveCampaign or Apollo.io?

ActiveCampaign scores higher in our review (4.5/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Apollo.io may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is ActiveCampaign cheaper than Apollo.io?

Yes, ActiveCampaign is cheaper at the Starter tier ($15/mo).

What is the difference between ActiveCampaign and Apollo.io?

ActiveCampaign focuses on visual automation builder and crm with deal pipelines, while Apollo.io emphasizes contact database 275m+ and email sequencing. ActiveCampaign is best for Marketerss, Agenciess, Startupss, Enterprises, while Apollo.io suits Salespeoples, Startupss, Agenciess, Marketerss.

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