GetResponse Pricing 2026: Complete Cost Breakdown by Plan and List Size
GetResponse advertises pricing "from $19/month" — but what does it actually cost as your list grows? Are there hidden fees? How does it compare to Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, and ConvertKit at every tier? Here is the complete breakdown.
⚡ QUICK ANSWER: GetResponse offers four plans: Starter ($19/mo), Marketer ($59/mo), Creator ($69/mo), and Max ($1,099+/mo). Annual billing saves 18%. No hidden fees. The Starter plan is sufficient for most small businesses. Upgrade to Marketer for automation and webinars.
GetResponse Plans Overview
| Plan | Price (1K contacts) | Price (10K contacts) | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | $19/mo | $79/mo | Email, landing pages, signup forms, basic automation, 24/7 chat |
| Marketer | $59/mo | $114/mo | Everything above + advanced automation, webinars (100), lead scoring, funnels |
| Creator | $69/mo | $129/mo | Everything above + webinars (300), promo codes, product recommendations, e-commerce |
| Max | $1,099+/mo | Custom | Enterprise: dedicated IP, SSO, webinars (500+), transactional emails, dedicated support |
Full Pricing Table by List Size
| Contacts | Starter | Marketer | Creator | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | $19/mo | $59/mo | $69/mo | $1,099/mo |
| 2,500 | $30/mo | $69/mo | $79/mo | $1,099/mo |
| 5,000 | $54/mo | $95/mo | $109/mo | $1,099/mo |
| 10,000 | $79/mo | $114/mo | $129/mo | $1,099/mo |
| 25,000 | $174/mo | $245/mo | $279/mo | $1,499/mo |
| 50,000 | $299/mo | $399/mo | $449/mo | $1,999/mo |
Annual billing saves 18% (roughly 2 months free).
What Is Included in Each Plan?
Starter Plan ($19/month)
- Unlimited email sending
- Landing pages (200+ templates)
- Signup forms and popups
- Basic automation (autoresponders)
- Email builder (100+ templates)
- A/B testing (subject lines)
- 24/7 live chat support
- AI subject line generator
Marketer Plan ($59/month)
- Everything in Starter
- Advanced automation (visual workflow builder)
- Webinar hosting (100 attendees)
- Lead scoring
- Sales funnels
- Contact scoring and tagging
- Predictive sending (AI send time optimization)
- E-commerce integrations (Shopify, WooCommerce)
Creator Plan ($69/month)
- Everything in Marketer
- Webinar hosting (300 attendees)
- Promo codes and coupons
- Product recommendations (AI-powered)
- Advanced e-commerce tools
- Unlimited automation workflows
Max Plan ($1,099+/month)
- Everything in Creator
- Dedicated IP address
- SSO (single sign-on)
- Webinar hosting (500+ attendees)
- Transactional emails
- Dedicated account manager
- Custom integrations and API access
- Priority support
Hidden Fees: What to Watch For
GetResponse is transparent about pricing. There are no setup fees, no per-email sending fees, and no contact import fees. However:
- SMS marketing is a paid add-on (separate pricing per message)
- Dedicated IP is only available on Max plan ($1,099+/mo)
- Webinar attendees are capped per plan (100/300/500)
- Annual billing is required to get the 18% discount (monthly billing is more expensive)
GetResponse vs Competitors Pricing
| Contacts | GetResponse (Starter) | Mailchimp | ActiveCampaign (Plus) | ConvertKit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | $19/mo | $13/mo | $49/mo | $29/mo |
| 5,000 | $54/mo | $75/mo | $99/mo | $29/mo |
| 10,000 | $79/mo | $110/mo | $149/mo | $29/mo |
| 25,000 | $174/mo | $270/mo | $259/mo | $29/mo |
| 50,000 | $299/mo | $385/mo | $449/mo | $29/mo |
Key takeaways:
- Under 1,000 contacts: Mailchimp is cheaper ($13 vs $19)
- 5,000+ contacts: GetResponse beats Mailchimp significantly
- 25,000+ contacts: ConvertKit is cheapest ($29 flat) but lacks landing pages and webinars
- GetResponse includes landing pages and webinars that competitors charge extra for
Which Plan Should You Choose?
Choose Starter ($19/mo) If:
- You have under 5,000 contacts
- You need email marketing + landing pages
- Basic automation (autoresponders) is sufficient
- You do not need webinars or lead scoring
Choose Marketer ($59/mo) If:
- You need advanced automation (visual workflows)
- You want webinar hosting (100 attendees)
- You need lead scoring and sales funnels
- You run e-commerce and need Shopify integration
Choose Creator ($69/mo) If:
- You need webinars for 300 attendees
- You need promo codes and product recommendations
- You have advanced e-commerce needs
Choose Max ($1,099+/mo) If:
- You have 50,000+ contacts
- You need a dedicated IP
- You need transactional emails
- You need enterprise-level support
See GetResponse pricing plans →
FAQ
Does GetResponse have a free plan?
No. GetResponse offers a 14-day free trial with full access to all features. After the trial, plans start at $19/month for 1,000 contacts. There is no permanent free plan.
How much does GetResponse cost for 10,000 contacts?
The Starter plan costs $79/month for 10,000 contacts. The Marketer plan costs $114/month. Annual billing saves 18%, bringing the Starter plan to approximately $65/month.
Is GetResponse cheaper than Mailchimp?
At 1,000 contacts, Mailchimp is cheaper ($13 vs $19). At 5,000+ contacts, GetResponse is cheaper and includes more features (landing pages, webinars, better automation). At 25,000 contacts, GetResponse saves $96/month vs Mailchimp.
Does GetResponse charge per email sent?
No. GetResponse charges based on contact list size, not email volume. You can send unlimited emails to your contacts on all plans. There are no per-email sending fees.
Can I downgrade my GetResponse plan?
Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time. Changes take effect at the next billing cycle. You can also switch between monthly and annual billing.
