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Customer.io vs GetResponse: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Customer.io and GetResponse. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: GetResponse starts at $19/mo, making it $81/mo cheaper than Customer.io ($100/mo). Neither offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Customer.io vs GetResponse: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureCustomer.ioGetResponse
Starting Price$100/mo$19/mo
Number of Plans34
Free TierNoNo
Pricing Modelusage-basedusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

GetResponse is the more affordable option, starting at $19/mo compared to Customer.io's $100/mo. Both are Email Marketing tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 61 features compared.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Email Marketing needs.

Pricing Plans
Customer.io
Customer.io
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GetResponse
GetResponse
Try it free
Tier 1
Essentials
$100/month
Start with Essentials
Starter
$19/monthCheapest
$16 / year
Includes
  • Unlimited monthly email sends
  • AI-powered content generators
  • Welcome email series
  • 1 custom automation workflow
  • Landing page builder
  • Signup forms and popups
  • Free custom domain with yearly plan
Start with Starter
Tier 2
Premium
$1000/month
Start with Premium
Marketer
$59/monthCheapest
$48 / year
Includes
  • Unlimited monthly email sends
  • AI-powered content generators
  • Welcome email series
  • Unlimited automation workflows
  • Landing page builder
  • Signup forms and popups
  • Advanced audience segmentation
  • Abandoned cart recovery
  • Sales funnels
  • Promo codes and revenue reports
  • Unlimited web push notifications
  • Free custom domain with yearly plan
Start with Marketer
Tier 3
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Start with Enterprise
Creator
$69/monthCheapest
$57 / year
Includes
  • Unlimited monthly email sends
  • AI-powered content generators
  • Welcome email series
  • Unlimited automation workflows
  • Landing page builder
  • Signup forms and popups
  • Advanced audience segmentation
  • Abandoned cart recovery
  • Sales funnels
  • Promo codes and revenue reports
  • Unlimited web push notifications
  • Webinars
  • Website builder
  • Course creator
  • Up to 500 students
  • Premium newsletter subscriptions
  • Free custom domain with yearly plan
Start with Creator
Tier 4
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Unlimited monthly email sends
  • AI-powered content generators
  • Welcome email series
  • Unlimited automation workflows
  • Landing page builder
  • Signup forms and popups
  • Advanced audience segmentation
  • Abandoned cart recovery
  • Sales funnels
  • Promo codes and revenue reports
  • Unlimited web push notifications
  • Webinars
  • Website builder
  • Course creator
  • Student management
  • Premium newsletter subscriptions
  • Dedicated sending domain
  • Dedicated IP address
  • Premium, priority support
  • Single sign-on (SSO)
  • SMS marketing
  • Mobile push notifications
  • AI product recommendations
  • Transactional emails
  • Unlimited users
Start with Enterprise

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Customer.io

Automated messaging platform for targeted customer engagement

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GetResponse

Email marketing with webinars, funnels, and automation

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Our Pick

GetResponse

GetResponse starts at $81/mo lower ($19/mo vs $100/mo), offers 4 tiers vs 3.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: GetResponse

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Customer.io if:

  • You want Customer.io's approach to incremental feature unlocking across its 3 pricing tiers
  • Customer.io's feature bundling aligns with how Email Marketing teams actually work day-to-day
  • Customer.io better aligns with Email Marketing-specific workflows and team collaboration patterns

Choose GetResponse if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—GetResponse starts at $19/mo, saving $81/mo compared to Customer.io at $100/mo
  • You need 4 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—GetResponse offers 61 additional features across its plans

GetResponse is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $19/mo compared to Customer.io's $100/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to GetResponse saving approximately $4050/month. GetResponse offers 4 pricing tiers compared to Customer.io's 3, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, GetResponse provides 61 total features versus 0 for Customer.io, offering a richer feature set depending on your specific needs. For budget-conscious teams seeking predictable costs, GetResponse delivers superior value. Customer.io may justify its premium for specialized needs, but most organizations will find GetResponse the smarter financial choice.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Customer.io vs GetResponse

Which is cheaper, Customer.io or GetResponse?
As of March 2026, GetResponse starts at a lower price point. Customer.io starts at $100/mo while GetResponse starts at $19/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Customer.io have vs GetResponse?
Customer.io offers 3 pricing plans, while GetResponse offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Can I save money by paying annually for Customer.io or GetResponse?
Both Customer.io and GetResponse offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does Customer.io or GetResponse offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Customer.io and GetResponse offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do Customer.io and GetResponse compare for Email Marketing?
Both Customer.io and GetResponse are Email Marketing tools. Customer.io offers 3 plans starting at $100/mo, while GetResponse offers 4 plans starting at $19/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Email Marketing needs.

Sources

  1. Customer.io Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. GetResponse Official PricingVendor pricing page

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