Drip vs ConvertKit
A detailed comparison of Drip and ConvertKit — features, pricing, pros & cons, and which one is right for you.
Last updated: April 12, 2026
MonthlyAnnual
Pricing Comparison
| Plan | Drip | ConvertKit |
|---|---|---|
| Free Trial | Custom | Free |
| Basic (Up to 500 contacts) | $39/mo | Custom |
| Mid-range (Up to 2,500 contacts) | $49/mo | Custom |
| Higher-range (Up to 5,000 contacts) | $89/mo | — |
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Drip | ConvertKit |
|---|---|---|
| A/B testing | ||
| Automation | ||
| CRM | ||
| Email campaigns | ||
| Free tier | ||
| Landing pages | ||
| SMS marketing | ||
| Segmentation | ||
| Transactional email | ||
| API access | ||
| Analytics | ||
| Commerce/payments | ||
| Templates | ||
| Visual automations |
Pros & Cons
Drip
Pros
- Built for e-commerce
- Powerful automation
- Revenue attribution
- 30% lifetime
Cons
- No free tier
- Expensive for small lists
- Learning curve
ConvertKit
Pros
- Creator-focused
- Visual automations
- Generous free plan
- 30% recurring 24mo
Cons
- Limited design options
- Basic reporting
- No A/B on lower plans