ConvertKit vs ActiveCampaign

A detailed comparison of ConvertKit and ActiveCampaign — features, pricing, pros & cons, and which one is right for you.

Last updated: April 12, 2026
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ConvertKit

ConvertKit

4.6(2,456 reviews)
Free tier
ActiveCampaign

ActiveCampaign

4.5(3,456 reviews)
From $29/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanConvertKitActiveCampaign
FreeFree$29/mo
CreatorCustom$49/mo
Creator ProCustom$149/mo
EnterpriseCustom

Feature Comparison

FeatureConvertKitActiveCampaign
A/B testing
API access
Analytics
Commerce/payments
Free tier
Landing pages
Segmentation
Templates
Visual automations

Pros & Cons

ConvertKit

ConvertKit

Pros

  • Creator-focused
  • Visual automations
  • Generous free plan
  • 30% recurring 24mo

Cons

  • Limited design options
  • Basic reporting
  • No A/B on lower plans
ActiveCampaign

ActiveCampaign

Pros

  • Best-in-class automations
  • Built-in CRM
  • ML features
  • 900+ integrations

Cons

  • Steep learning curve
  • Gets expensive
  • Complex interface

The Verdict

Overall Winner: ConvertKit

ConvertKit edges ahead with a 4.6 rating and stronger feature set, though ActiveCampaign remains a solid alternative, especially with its free tier.

Best Value

ActiveCampaign

From $29/mo

Most Features

ConvertKit

9 features

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