Brevo (Sendinblue) vs GetResponse
Brevo (Sendinblue) and GetResponse are both popular choices in the all-in-one marketing platform space. GetResponse has been around since 1998, giving it a 14-year head start over Brevo (Sendinblue) (founded 2012). Brevo (Sendinblue) starts at $9/mo, while GetResponse starts at $19/mo. Their pricing is not measured the same way, so we don't rank them on price. Both offer free plans to get started. Both tools work well for small businesses and ecommerce.
Quick Verdict
Brevo (Sendinblue) wins on rating.
GetResponse wins on deliverability, integrations.
Best for most users: GetResponse (small businesses).
Brevo (Sendinblue)
The most approachable CRM suite
Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) stands out with its unique pricing model based on email volume rather than subscriber count. This makes it particularly attractive for businesses with large contact lists but moderate email frequency. It also includes CRM, SMS, and transactional email capabilities.
GetResponse
All-in-one marketing platform
GetResponse is a full-featured marketing platform that goes beyond email marketing to include webinars, landing pages, sales funnels, and marketing automation. Founded in 1998, it's one of the most established players with a strong track record for deliverability.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Brevo (Sendinblue) | GetResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Starting Price | $9/mo | $19/mo |
| Free Plan | Up to 100,000 contacts, 300 emails/day | 500 contacts, 2,500 emails/month |
| Founded | 2012 | 1998 |
| Email Templates | 60 | 200 |
| Integrations | 60 | 170 |
| Deliverability Rate | 96.5% | 99% |
| Marketing Automation | Yes | Yes |
| A/B Testing | Yes | Yes |
| Landing Pages | Yes | Yes |
| Segmentation | Yes | Yes |
| Drag & Drop Editor | Yes | Yes |
| SMS Marketing | Yes | Yes |
| Ecommerce Features | Yes | Yes |
| API Access | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Language | Yes | Yes |
| Web Push Notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Analytics | Yes | Yes |
Brevo (Sendinblue): Pros & Cons
Pros
- + Unique pricing model based on emails sent, not contacts
- + Free plan allows unlimited contacts
- + Built-in SMS, WhatsApp, and live chat
- + Transactional email support
- + Strong API for developers
Cons
- − Free plan limited to 300 emails per day
- − Fewer email templates than competitors
- − Interface can feel cluttered
- − Automation is less intuitive than specialized tools
- − Some features feel underdeveloped
GetResponse: Pros & Cons
Pros
- + All-in-one platform with webinars, landing pages, and funnels
- + Excellent automation builder with visual workflows
- + Built-in webinar hosting
- + Strong deliverability (99%+)
- + Competitive pricing for feature set
Cons
- − Free plan limited to 500 subscribers
- − Interface can feel overwhelming for beginners
- − Webinar quality not comparable to dedicated platforms
- − Customer support response times vary
- − Some features locked behind higher tiers
The Verdict
Brevo (Sendinblue) edges ahead with a 4.5/5 rating compared to GetResponse's 4.3/5. The gap comes mainly from value for money (4.7 vs 4.2) and feature depth (4.6 vs 4.3). On deliverability, GetResponse reports 99% compared to 96.5% for Brevo (Sendinblue) — a meaningful difference if inbox placement is critical for your campaigns.
| Criterion | Weight | Brevo (Sendinblue) | GetResponse |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | 30% | $9/mo | $19/mo |
| Deliverability | 25% | 96.5% | 99% Winner |
| Rating | 25% | 4.5/5 Winner | 4.3/5 |
| Integrations | 10% | 60 | 170 Winner |
| Free Tier | 10% | Yes | Yes |
Weights determine how much each criterion counts toward the final score. See full methodology
Choose Brevo (Sendinblue) if…
- + You're a transactional email
- + You're a developers
- + Unique pricing model based on emails sent, not contacts
Choose GetResponse if…
- + You're a marketers
- + You're a agencies
- + All-in-one platform with webinars, landing pages, and funnels