Email marketing · Head to head
GetResponse vs Mailchimp: which is better?
Short answer
GetResponse costs less in the first year ($186.96 vs $240). Pick GetResponse for email with funnels and webinars; pick Mailchimp for all-in-one email for small businesses.
| Fact | GetResponse | Mailchimp | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Email with funnels and webinars | All-in-one email for small businesses | — |
| Free plan | No | No, 14-day trial | Tie |
| Entry plan | Starter: $15.58 / mo | Standard: $20 / mo | GetResponse |
| Mid plan | Marketer: $48.38 / mo | Standard: $20 / mo | Mailchimp |
| Top plan | Creator: $56.58 / mo | Standard: $20 / mo | Mailchimp |
| 1st year | $186.96 | $240 | GetResponse |
| Platforms | Web | Web | Tie |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, GetResponse or Mailchimp?
GetResponse costs less in the first year ($186.96 vs $240).
| 1st year | GetResponse | Mailchimp |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $186.96 | $240 |
| Mid | $580.56 | $240 |
| Top | $678.96 | $240 |
Which has the better free plan, GetResponse or Mailchimp?
Neither stands out: GetResponse: No; Mailchimp: No, 14-day trial.
Should you pick GetResponse or Mailchimp?
Pick GetResponse if
- you want email with funnels and webinars
- you can pay $15.58 / mo from day one
Pick Mailchimp if
- you want all-in-one email for small businesses
- you can pay $20 / mo from day one
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| GetResponse pricing | getresponse.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Mailchimp pricing | mailchimp.com/pricing/marketing/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare