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Updated 2026

12 best Klaviyo alternatives

Klaviyo: Email and SMS marketing for online stores, with AI that builds segments, flows and campaign copy. If it is not quite right for you, these tools do a similar job, ranked by our editors, and 9 of them can be used for free.

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Top Klaviyo alternatives

Most similar first. Each entry says what it is best for and how it compares.

  1. 2. Brevo

    Free + PaidAI Email & Inbox

    Email, SMS and WhatsApp marketing platform with an AI assistant for writing campaigns.

    Best for: Small businesses that want many channels at a fair price.

    Why pick it: Free plan with unlimited contacts; Many channels in one tool.

  2. 12. ChatGPT

    Free + PaidAI Chatbots & Assistants

    OpenAI's all-round assistant for writing, analysis, images and voice.

    Best for: Anyone who wants one assistant for everyday writing, research and brainstorming.

    Why pick it: Handles a very wide range of tasks; Apps on most devices.

Klaviyo alternatives: questions

What is the best alternative to Klaviyo?

Our top pick is Mailchimp: Email marketing platform with AI tools that help write campaigns, pick send times and segment lists. Brevo and ActiveCampaign are close behind.

Is there a free alternative to Klaviyo?

Yes. Mailchimp, Brevo, Shortwave, Spark Mail can be used without paying, on a free plan or as open source. Free limits change often, so check each site.

Why look for a Klaviyo alternative?

People usually switch for price, a feature Klaviyo lacks, a different platform or simply a style of results they prefer. A common reason: can get pricey as your list grows.

How did you pick these alternatives?

We list tools that do a similar job, most similar first, and rank them by our editorial score for usefulness, maturity and free-plan value. No listing is paid for.

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