Clay vs ActiveCampaign

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 competitive - a strong pick for most teams.

Clay

AI data enrichment and outreach automation for go-to-market teams

4.6 / 5From $149/mo
ActiveCampaign

Advanced email marketing automation with built-in CRM

4.5 / 5From $15/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanClayActiveCampaign
FreeYesNo
Starter$149/mo$15/mo
Pro$349/mo$79/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

ActiveCampaign is cheaper at the Starter tier ($15/mo vs $149/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureClayActiveCampaign
75+ data enrichment sourcesYes-
Waterfall enrichment logicYes-
AI message personalizationYes-
Outreach sequencingYes-
CRM syncYes-
Visual automation builder-Yes
CRM with deal pipelines-Yes
Lead scoring-Yes
SMS marketing-Yes
Site tracking-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Clay if you need...

  • +Best GTM enrichment tool
  • +Powerful waterfall logic
  • +Huge data source library
SalespeopleMarketersAgenciesStartups

Choose ActiveCampaign if you need...

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Clay or ActiveCampaign?

Clay scores higher in our review (4.6/5 vs 4.5/5). However, ActiveCampaign may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Clay cheaper than ActiveCampaign?

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

What is the difference between Clay and ActiveCampaign?

Clay focuses on 75+ data enrichment sources and waterfall enrichment logic, while ActiveCampaign emphasizes visual automation builder and crm with deal pipelines. Clay is best for Salespeoples, Marketerss, Agenciess, Startupss, while ActiveCampaign suits Marketerss, Agenciess, Startupss, Enterprises.

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