ConvertFlow vs Privy
ConvertFlow is a all-in-one marketing platform while Privy is a email marketing platform. Privy has been around since 2011, giving it a 5-year head start over ConvertFlow (founded 2016). ConvertFlow starts at $29/mo versus $30/mo for Privy. ConvertFlow offers a free plan (5 funnel campaigns, limited traffic), while Privy does not. ConvertFlow stands out with landing pages and advanced analytics, while Privy offers SMS marketing. Both tools work well for shopify stores.
Quick Verdict
ConvertFlow wins on price, integrations, free tier.
Privy wins on rating.
Best for most users: ConvertFlow (ecommerce brands).
ConvertFlow
All-in-one conversion platform with personalized popups, forms, and landing pages
ConvertFlow is an all-in-one conversion platform that combines personalized popups, multi-step forms, landing pages, quizzes, and sticky bars to convert website visitors without coding. Its traffic-based pricing only charges for visitors who actually see campaigns, and deep CRM integrations ensure captured leads flow directly into marketing automation workflows. Starting at $99/month for Pro.
Privy
Ecommerce email and SMS marketing built for Shopify stores
Privy is an ecommerce-focused email and SMS marketing platform built specifically for Shopify stores, combining conversion popups, email campaigns, and abandoned cart recovery in one tool. With unlimited email sending on all paid plans and a native Shopify integration, it's designed for DTC brands and small online stores that want to grow their list and revenue without the complexity of enterprise marketing platforms.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | ConvertFlow | Privy |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Starting Price | $29/mo | $30/mo |
| Free Plan | 5 funnel campaigns, limited traffic | No free plan |
| Founded | 2016 | 2011 |
| Email Templates | 100 | 50 |
| Integrations | 40 | 20 |
| Deliverability Rate | 95% | 95% |
| Marketing Automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| A/B Testing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Landing Pages | ✓ | ✕ |
| Segmentation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Drag & Drop Editor | ✓ | ✓ |
| SMS Marketing | ✕ | ✓ |
| Ecommerce Features | ✓ | ✓ |
| API Access | ✓ | ✕ |
| Multi-Language | ✕ | ✕ |
| Web Push Notifications | ✕ | ✕ |
| Live Chat | ✓ | ✓ |
| Advanced Analytics | ✓ | ✕ |
ConvertFlow: Pros & Cons
Pros
- +All-in-one conversion toolkit combining popups, forms, landing pages, quizzes, and sticky bars without coding
- +Traffic-based pricing only charges for visitors who actually see campaigns, not total site traffic
- +Reported 70% webinar registration conversion rates versus 25-50% with other tools
- +Deep CRM integrations sync captured leads directly into HubSpot, ActiveCampaign, and other marketing platforms
- +Personalized visitor experiences with dynamic content based on behavior, source, and segment
Cons
- −Starting at $99/month for Pro makes it expensive compared to simpler popup tools like Privy or OptinMonster
- −Form and landing page builder has reported bugs and occasional server failures causing delays
- −Limited email marketing capabilities — focuses on conversion, not campaign management
- −Learning curve for setting up personalization rules and multi-step funnels
- −No SMS marketing or push notification features for multichannel follow-up
Privy: Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Deep native Shopify integration with one-click install and automatic product syncing
- +Unlimited email sending on all paid plans — no volume limits that punish growth
- +Excellent popup and conversion tools including spin-to-win, exit intent, and cart savers
- +Combined email + SMS marketing eliminates need for separate communication tools
- +Built specifically for ecommerce with abandoned cart recovery and welcome series automation
Cons
- −Limited to ecommerce use cases — not suitable for B2B, SaaS, or non-store businesses
- −No public API, limiting custom integrations and developer extensibility
- −Pricing scales by contacts, getting expensive at higher subscriber counts
- −Reporting and analytics are basic compared to full-featured email marketing platforms
- −Template selection is limited compared to competitors like Klaviyo or Omnisend
The Verdict
ConvertFlow and Privy are closely matched — both score within 0.1 points of each other in our overall rating. Your decision should come down to specific needs rather than overall quality.
| Criterion | Weight | ConvertFlow | Privy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | 30% | $29/mo | $30/mo |
| Deliverability | 25% | 95% | 95% |
| Rating | 25% | 4.5/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Integrations | 10% | 40 | 20 |
| Free Tier | 10% | Yes | No |
Weights determine how much each criterion counts toward the final score. See full methodology
Choose ConvertFlow if…
- + You want lower starting costs ($29/mo)
- + You need a free plan to get started
- + You need API access for custom integrations
- + You need built-in landing pages
Choose Privy if…
- + You need SMS marketing
- + You're a ecommerce
- + You're a small online stores