AWeber was one of the dominant email marketing platforms for many years. MailerLite emerged more recently and has taken significant market share with a better free plan, lower prices, and a more modern interface. Both are good beginner tools but MailerLite has the clearer advantages in most categories.
| Feature | MailerLite | AWeber |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free / $10/mo | Free / $15/mo |
| Free plan subscribers | 1,000 | 500 |
| Automation on free plan | ✓ Yes | ✗ Basic only |
| 24/7 support | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Landing pages | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Modern interface | ✓ Yes | Somewhat |
| Best for | Value, creators, modern interface | Always-on support |
Free plan
MailerLite's free plan covers 1,000 subscribers with no time limit, including automation and landing pages. AWeber's free plan covers 500 subscribers and 3,000 sends/mo. MailerLite's free plan is more generous and includes more features.
Pricing
MailerLite is cheaper on paid plans. At most contact list sizes, MailerLite costs less for equivalent features. Both are affordable, but MailerLite's pricing is more competitive.
Interface
MailerLite's interface is cleaner and more modern. AWeber has improved over the years but still feels slightly dated in comparison. Most users transitioning between the two find MailerLite easier to navigate.
Support
AWeber offers 24/7 support including phone on all plans. MailerLite's support is good on paid plans but more limited on the free tier. For users who prioritize always-available support, AWeber has an advantage.
Choose MailerLite if...
- You want the most generous free plan
- You prefer a modern, clean interface
- You want automation included on your free or low-cost plan
- You are price-conscious at every tier
Choose AWeber if...
- You want 24/7 phone and chat support
- You prefer a platform with decades of deliverability history
- You already know AWeber and are happy with it
- Support availability is your primary concern
The bottom line
MailerLite is the better tool for most new users: better free plan, lower prices, cleaner interface. AWeber's 24/7 support is its strongest differentiator. Unless that is your top priority, MailerLite is the more sensible choice.
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