Substack vs beehiiv

Compare Substack and beehiiv to find the best tool for your needs.

Substack

Publishing platform that combines newsletters, blogs, and podcasts with built-in monetization via paid subscriptions.

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beehiiv

A newsletter platform built for creators and publishers focused on growth, monetization and audience insights.

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Quick overview

Pricing

Free to use, 10% of subscription revenue + payment processing fees
Free plan, paid plans from $42/month

Pros & Cons

Substack

Pros

  • Integrated newsletter and blog
  • Simple paid subscription model
  • Full ownership of subscriber list
  • Easy to start and use

Cons

  • Limited design customization
  • 10% fee on all paid subscriptions
  • Basic analytics
  • Limited content organization options

beehiiv

Pros

  • Powerful newsletter analytics
  • Multiple monetization options
  • Advanced automation tools
  • Referral programs and growth tools

Cons

  • Higher pricing for advanced features
  • Less focus on traditional blogging
  • Newer platform with evolving features
  • Limited web presence customization