Email marketing · Head to head
MailerLite vs GetResponse: which is better?
Short answer
MailerLite costs less in the first year ($144 vs $186.96). Pick MailerLite for low-cost email for creators; pick GetResponse for email with funnels and webinars.
| Fact | MailerLite | GetResponse | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Low-cost email for creators | Email with funnels and webinars | — |
| Free plan | Yes, 250 subscribers, 2,500 emails/month | No | MailerLite |
| Entry plan | Comfort: $12 / mo | Starter: $15.58 / mo | MailerLite |
| Mid plan | Power: $25 / mo | Marketer: $48.38 / mo | MailerLite |
| Top plan | Power: $25 / mo | Creator: $56.58 / mo | MailerLite |
| 1st year | $144 | $186.96 | MailerLite |
| Platforms | Web | Web | Tie |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, MailerLite or GetResponse?
MailerLite costs less in the first year ($144 vs $186.96).
| 1st year | MailerLite | GetResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $144 | $186.96 |
| Mid | $300 | $580.56 |
| Top | $300 | $678.96 |
Which has the better free plan, MailerLite or GetResponse?
MailerLite: Yes, 250 subscribers, 2,500 emails/month.
Should you pick MailerLite or GetResponse?
Pick MailerLite if
- you want low-cost email for creators
- the free plan is enough (250 subscribers, 2,500 emails/month)
Pick GetResponse if
- you want email with funnels and webinars
- you can pay $15.58 / mo from day one
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| MailerLite pricing | mailerlite.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
| GetResponse pricing | getresponse.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare