Introduction
Welcome to my Blog Post “Flodesk vs ConvertKit – Which email platform is better for you?”
If you can’t decide between two email marketing platforms, this in-depth review comparing their most popular features may help you make a decision. If you’re still undecided at the end, they both have free trials that don’t require a credit card commitment.
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Flodesk Elevator Pitch
This is the new kid on the block and has quickly become a favorite for its simple design, innovative branding solutions, and ease of navigation – something that is lacking in many other providers who tend to make features more complicated.
Flodesk is a great email marketing platform for you if:
- If you place importance on creative design, effortless features, and productivity, then this is the perfect solution for you whether you’re an entrepreneur or a small to medium-sized business.
- You want an affordable email marketing platform that will still meet your needs as you grow your subscriber list.
- You want to send out emails that are beautiful, memorable, and professional so that you can make an immediate impact.
- If you want to get the job done as easily and quickly as possible.
ConvertKit Elevator Pitch
ConvertKit, created in 2013, was designed to help online creators connect with their target audiences, build a fan base, and make money. The email platform has progressed significantly since then and now includes more integrations and advanced features. ConvertKit’s email builder makes it easy to send plain-text emails, but if you want your emails to be both beautiful and on-brand, it takes a lot more work.
If you need a platform that integrates with lots of other software and don’t mind sending emails that aren’t as visually appealing, Convertkit might be a good option for you.
ConvertKit is the best email marketing solution for you if:
- Not only do you want a platform that covers your email marketing campaign needs, but you desire additional features too. For example, An eCommerce platform lets you sell products online, such as eBooks and pictures, as well as grow and manage your subscriber lists.
- ConvertKit’s free plan is perfect for those with a limited number of subscribers (under 1000), If you have a larger budget, ConvertKit has an integrated email marketing solution that will meet all your needs.
- Although the ConvertKit email editor is easy to use, it functions more like a word processor rather than a visual builder.
Lets Go Head to Head
| Feature | Flodesk | ConvertKit | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price. | $38/month fixed. | Starts at $29 for 1000 Subs (Pay as you grow based on Subs numbers). | Flodesk. |
| Free trial. | 30 Days. | 14 Days. | Flodesk. |
| Free version. | No. | Yes (Limited to 1000 subscribers (Subs)). | ConvertKit. |
| Sell digital products without using a third-party tool. | Yes (Requires Checkout plan). | Yes. | Draw. |
| Segmentation. | Basic – segments. | Excellent – tags and segments. | ConvertKit. |
| Ease of use. | Very beginner-friendly. | Can be time-consuming. | Flodesk with limits. |
| Time to use. | Designed to be quick to use. | Can be time consuming. | Flodesk. |
| A/B testing. | No. | Yes. | ConvertKit. |
| Customer support. | Emails and Facebook group. | Chatbox, email, forum, Facebook group. | ConvertKit. |
| Email designs. | Beautiful. | Limited. | Flodesk. |
| Form and page templates. | Creative design. | Limited content options. | Flodesk. |
| Automation tools. | Good. | Excellent. | ConvertKit. |
| Integrations. | Native is limited but it does have Zapier (1000+) Integration. | Over 70 native integrations, Plus Zapier | ConvertKit. |
| Adding Custom Code. | No. | Yes HTML / CSS. | ConvertKit. |
| Able to repurpose content | Yes. | Excels with repurposing. | ConvertKit. |
| Over all Best for… | For brands where design is a top priority, such as creatives, online store owners, and bloggers. | Anyone serious about growing and monetising an email list with either their own products or affiliate products. | Depends on Usage – C but very tight. |
As you can see, the two options are very similar and it comes down to what you want or need from your email marketing tool.
Customer Support
There’s no fair comparison between ConvertKit and Flodesk without mentioning customer support. Both companies have articles written by teams to help you, but it seems that the knowledge base for support at Conveskit just might be more extensive than what is offered with Flodesk.
However, both companies have invested in Video guides, Flodesk with the “Flodesk Univesity” and ConvertKit with their “Launch and Learn Series”, to help reduce the inevitable stress involved in trying to learn these platforms.
The difference between these two companies may come down to ConvertKit delivering a 24/7 around-the-clock chat feature, as well as email, and community group support (Facebook) whereas Flodesk provides email and community group support. I know from experience that chatting with an experienced support engineer can be a huge benefit – particularly when I am trying to get a job completed.
So let’s look at The Price
Free Plan: Flodesk 30 Days | ConvertKit 14 Days
Flodesk Pricing Plan:
To read our full Flodesk Review click here
Convertkit Pricing Plan:
The ConvertKit Forever Free Plan allows for up to 300 users indefinitely and includes most features from the creative plan.
To read our full ConvertKit Review click here
Conclusion
We just completed the Flodesk vs ConvertKit battle, and it is still difficult to determine which one outperformed the other.
What’s the best email marketing platform for you? It depends on your needs and what you want from an email marketing tool.
Both Flodesk and ConvertKit have their pros and cons, but in general, ConvertKit might be a better option if you need more features or need more control of your campaigns. Alternatively, Flodesk is great if you’re looking for a straightforward platform with beautiful email designs and a fixed price.
If you are still undecided, why not try out both platforms with their free trials and see which one works best for you?
