Kit (ConvertKit) 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 higher-rated - a strong pick for most teams.

Kit (ConvertKit)

Email marketing platform built for creators and solopreneurs

4.4 / 5From $25/mo
ActiveCampaign

Advanced email marketing automation with built-in CRM

4.5 / 5From $15/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanKit (ConvertKit)ActiveCampaign
FreeYesNo
Starter$25/mo$15/mo
Pro$50/mo$79/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

ActiveCampaign is cheaper at the Starter tier ($15/mo vs $25/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureKit (ConvertKit)ActiveCampaign
Visual automation builderYesYes
Paid newslettersYes-
Creator network for cross-promotionYes-
Landing pages and formsYes-
Subscriber taggingYes-
CRM with deal pipelines-Yes
Lead scoring-Yes
SMS marketing-Yes
Site tracking-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Kit (ConvertKit) if you need...

  • +Creator-focused features
  • +Strong automation
  • +Good deliverability
Content CreatorsSolopreneursFreelancers

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, Kit (ConvertKit) or ActiveCampaign?

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

Is Kit (ConvertKit) cheaper than ActiveCampaign?

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

What is the difference between Kit (ConvertKit) and ActiveCampaign?

Kit (ConvertKit) focuses on visual automation builder and paid newsletters, while ActiveCampaign emphasizes visual automation builder and crm with deal pipelines. Kit (ConvertKit) is best for Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss, while ActiveCampaign suits Marketerss, Agenciess, Startupss, Enterprises.

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