Clay vs Ghost

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

Bottom line: Ghost 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
Ghost

Open-source publishing platform for newsletters and membership sites

4.4 / 5From $9/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanClayGhost
FreeYesNo
Starter$149/mo$9/mo
Pro$349/mo$25/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Ghost is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo vs $149/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureClayGhost
75+ data enrichment sourcesYes-
Waterfall enrichment logicYes-
AI message personalizationYes-
Outreach sequencingYes-
CRM syncYes-
Newsletter publishing-Yes
Membership and subscriptions-Yes
0% transaction fees-Yes
SEO-optimized-Yes
Self-hosting option-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Clay if you need...

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

Choose Ghost if you need...

  • +No revenue cut
  • +Clean writing experience
  • +Great SEO
  • +Self-host option
Content CreatorsSolopreneursFreelancers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Clay or Ghost?

Clay scores higher in our review (4.6/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Ghost may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Clay cheaper than Ghost?

Yes, Ghost is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo).

What is the difference between Clay and Ghost?

Clay focuses on 75+ data enrichment sources and waterfall enrichment logic, while Ghost emphasizes newsletter publishing and membership and subscriptions. Clay is best for Salespeoples, Marketerss, Agenciess, Startupss, while Ghost suits Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss.

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