Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) vs ActiveCampaign
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Email Marketing Software (2026). Last verified June 4, 2026.
The short answer
ActiveCampaign ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for Small business owners and marketers choosing email marketing tools (Mailchimp alternatives). Unmatched automation and integrated CRM make it the top choice for businesses ready to scale their marketing efforts.
At a glance
| Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) | ActiveCampaign | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Email Marketing Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Email Marketing Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 9.2 |
| Best for | All-in-one marketing suite | Advanced automation & CRM |
| Pricing | $ ($25 to $66+/mo) | $$ ($29 to $479+/mo) |
| HQ | Paris, France | Chicago, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2003 |
Brevo (formerly Sendinblue)
The best all-in-one platform, offering email, SMS, chat, and more with an incredibly generous free plan.
www.brevo.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Email Marketing Software (2026)
ActiveCampaign
Unmatched automation and integrated CRM make it the top choice for businesses ready to scale their marketing efforts.
www.activecampaign.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Email Marketing Software (2026)
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