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ActiveCampaign vs Iterable

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Email marketing + automation + CRM.

Cross-channel marketing automation.

The verdict

Both ActiveCampaign and Iterable are credible marketing automation tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Choose ActiveCampaign if you want a lower starting price (from $15/mo), a longer free trial (14 days) and broader platform coverage. Email marketing + automation + CRM.

Iterable — Cross-channel marketing automation.

ActiveCampaign vs Iterable: side by side

DimensionActiveCampaignIterable
Starting priceFrom $15/moWinnerCustom
Free planNoNo
Free trial14 daysWinner
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forSmb, MarketersEnterprise, Growth Teams
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, ApiWinnerWeb, Api
Rating4.5/54.4/5

ActiveCampaign key facts

Vendor
ActiveCampaign
Pricing
Subscription — From $15/mo
Free tier
Free trial (14 days)
Platforms
Web, Ios, Android, Api
Best for
Smb, Marketers
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2003
Headquarters
Chicago, IL, USA

Iterable key facts

Vendor
Iterable
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Enterprise, Growth Teams
Editor rating
4.4 / 5
Founded
2013
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is ActiveCampaign better than Iterable?

Neither is universally better — ActiveCampaign edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is ActiveCampaign or Iterable cheaper?

ActiveCampaign is the more affordable of the two to get started, at from $15/mo. ActiveCampaign starts at from $15/mo; Iterable starts at custom.

Can ActiveCampaign replace Iterable?

Yes for most teams — both are marketing automation tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.