Kit (formerly ConvertKit) vs Constant Contact
Kit (formerly ConvertKit) leads Constant Contact by 0.4 points overall (7.6 vs 7.2).
7.6/10, Very good
7.2/10, Good
Criterion by criterion
Where each one wins
Kit (formerly ConvertKit)7.6
Generous free tier for newsletters; paid plans sit mid-market.
Free plan & value
25% weight
Constant Contact6.4
No free plan; mid-range pricing for its feature set.
Kit (formerly ConvertKit)8.0
Visual automations driven by tags and events.
Automation
20% weight
Constant Contact6.6
Covers common automations but less flexible than specialist tools.
Kit (formerly ConvertKit)7.8
Simple, text-first editor suits newsletters.
Ease of use & templates
15% weight
Constant Contact8.0
Straightforward editor aimed at non-technical users.
Kit (formerly ConvertKit)7.4
Integrates with creator tools and payment platforms.
Integrations & ecommerce
15% weight
Constant Contact7.4
Integrates with major stores and small-business apps.
Kit (formerly ConvertKit)7.2
Email support for all; chat on paid tiers.
Support & compliance tools
15% weight
Constant Contact8.4
Offers phone and live chat support.
Kit (formerly ConvertKit)7.6
Handles large creator lists and offers a referral network.
Scalability
10% weight
Constant Contact6.6
Suits small and mid-sized lists more than enterprise use.
Published facts
Side by side
| Fact | Kit (formerly ConvertKit) | Constant Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial on paid plans | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan limits | Not published | No free plan |
| Priced by | Subscribers | Contacts |
| SMS built in | No | Yes |
| Support channels | Email; chat on paid plans | Phone and chat |
| Company base / data region | United States | United States |
Verdict
Which should you pick?
Choose Kit (formerly ConvertKit) if…
You want something best for newsletter writers and online creators.
- + Built for creators and newsletters
- + Sell digital products and paid subscriptions
- + Free plan to start
Choose Constant Contact if…
You want something best for small businesses and non-profits wanting phone help.
- + Phone and chat support
- + Event and social tools included
- + Easy for beginners
Checked 1 Nov 2026.
Questions
Kit (formerly ConvertKit) vs Constant Contact: quick answers
Is Kit (formerly ConvertKit) better than Constant Contact?
Kit (formerly ConvertKit) leads Constant Contact by 0.4 points overall (7.6 vs 7.2). Kit (formerly ConvertKit) scores higher on free plan & value, automation, scalability. Constant Contact scores higher on ease of use & templates, support & compliance tools.
Who should choose Constant Contact over Kit (formerly ConvertKit)?
Constant Contact is best for small businesses and non-profits wanting phone help. Kit (formerly ConvertKit) is best for newsletter writers and online creators.
How were Kit (formerly ConvertKit) and Constant Contact scored?
Both were scored on the same 6 weighted criteria for email marketing platforms, using public information such as published plans and terms. We do not lab-test products.