ActiveCampaign vs HubSpot

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

Bottom line: Both tools are competitively priced. ActiveCampaign edges ahead with a 4.5/5 rating.

ActiveCampaign

Advanced email marketing automation with built-in CRM

4.5 / 5From $15/mo
HubSpot

All-in-one CRM platform for marketing, sales, and service

4.5 / 5From $15/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanActiveCampaignHubSpot
FreeNoYes
Starter$15/mo$15/mo
Pro$79/mo$90/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Both tools are the same price at the Starter tier ($15/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureActiveCampaignHubSpot
Visual automation builderYes-
CRM with deal pipelinesYes-
Lead scoringYes-
SMS marketingYes-
Site trackingYes-
Contact and deal management-Yes
Email marketing-Yes
Marketing automation-Yes
Live chat and helpdesk-Yes
Reporting dashboards-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose ActiveCampaign if you need...

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

Choose HubSpot if you need...

  • +Best free CRM available
  • +Unified platform across hubs
  • +Excellent onboarding resources
StartupsSalespeopleMarketersAgencies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, ActiveCampaign or HubSpot?

Both tools score 4.5/5 in our review. The best choice depends on your specific use case, budget, and team size.

Is ActiveCampaign cheaper than HubSpot?

Pricing varies by plan. ActiveCampaign starts at $15/mo and HubSpot starts at $15/mo.

What is the difference between ActiveCampaign and HubSpot?

ActiveCampaign focuses on visual automation builder and crm with deal pipelines, while HubSpot emphasizes contact and deal management and email marketing. ActiveCampaign is best for Marketerss, Agenciess, Startupss, Enterprises, while HubSpot suits Startupss, Salespeoples, Marketerss, Agenciess.

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