newsletter · Last free-plan check 2026-10-28 beehiiv pricing
Newsletter platform with monetization, website, and ad network
Lite plan ladder
Monthly vs annual-equivalent. Intentional blanks use honest labels linked to the vendor pricing page (e.g. “No annual price listed”, “See vendor”). Other cells with notes are unverified or volume-based — confirm live before buying.
| Subscribers | Monthly | Annual /mo | Bucket / plan | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | $59 | $49 | Lite · billed ≤500 | |
| 1k | $59 | $49 | Lite · billed ≤1k | |
| 2.5k | $79 | $69 | Lite · billed ≤2.5k | |
| 5k | $109 | $95 | Lite · billed ≤5k | |
| 10k | $139 | $119 | Lite · billed ≤10k | |
| 25k | $199 | $169 | Lite · billed ≤25k | |
| 50k | $299 | $249 | Lite · billed ≤50k | |
| 100k | $469 | $399 | Lite · billed ≤100k |
Gotchas
- Automations only on Lite+
- Remove branding only on Pro+
- Paid subscriptions / Ad Network need Lite+
- Free capped at 2,500 subscribers
Features (high level)
- https://www.beehiiv.com/pricing — all pricing + free limits · checked 2026-10-28
Prices change. Always confirm on the vendor page before purchasing. Visit beehiiv goes to the official site (no affiliate). See disclosure.
Nearby alternatives
Recent pricing notes
2025-2026: Free plan commonly cited at 2,500 subscribers before Lite. Paid Lite used for ListCost ladder when free no longer covers.
FAQ
Does beehiiv have a free plan?
Yes — publicly listed free headroom is 2.5k contacts with unlimited sends/month. Free up to 2,500 subscribers; unlimited sends; no automations or paid-sub tools; branding stays.
How much does beehiiv cost at 10,000 subscribers?
On the Lite plan we track, beehiiv is about $139/mo at 10,000 contacts (confirm live pricing).
What beehiiv plan does ListCost use for comparisons?
Paid columns use Lite. At 1,000 contacts that ladder is $0/mo when verified. See the tool page sources for last-checked dates.