Why Teams Seek ActiveCampaign Alternatives

ActiveCampaign is known for powerful automation. But growing teams face challenges:

  • No WhatsApp: Only email and SMS (as add-on)—no WhatsApp Business API
  • Steep learning curve: Complex for beginners to master
  • Pricing jumps: Costs increase significantly with contacts
  • SMS is extra: SMS marketing costs additional $21+/month
  • Feature gating: Many features locked to higher tiers
The Bottom Line
Same automation power + WhatsApp included

HiMail.ai delivers the marketing automation you need, adds native WhatsApp (98% open rates), and costs less at scale.

HiMail.ai vs ActiveCampaign: Feature Comparison

FeatureHiMail.ai ProfessionalActiveCampaign Pro
Monthly Price (10K contacts)
$149/month~$229/month
Email Sends
25,000/month10x contacts
WhatsApp Messages
5,000/monthNot available
SMS Marketing
Via integration$21+/month add-on
Marketing Automation
Full workflowsAdvanced flows
CRM
IncludedIncluded
Team Members
Unlimited5 users
AI Personalization
AdvancedBasic

ActiveCampaign Pricing (2025)

ContactsHiMail.aiActiveCampaign Pro
1,000$49/month$79/month
5,000$149/month$169/month
10,000$149/month$229/month
25,000Contact sales$339/month

Why Choose HiMail.ai Over ActiveCampaign

1. Native WhatsApp Business API

WhatsApp gets 98% open rates vs email's 20%. HiMail.ai includes WhatsApp; ActiveCampaign doesn't offer it at any price.

2. Better Value at Scale

Save 35%+ at 10,000+ contacts while gaining WhatsApp capabilities.

3. Unlimited Team Members

ActiveCampaign Pro limits you to 5 users. HiMail.ai includes unlimited users.

4. Simpler to Use

Faster to learn, faster to implement. ActiveCampaign's complexity can slow teams down.

✓ HiMail.ai Strengths
  • WhatsApp included
  • Lower cost at scale
  • Unlimited users
  • Easier to learn
  • Advanced AI
✗ ActiveCampaign Limitations
  • No WhatsApp
  • Higher pricing
  • 5 user limit
  • Steep learning curve
  • SMS costs extra

Frequently Asked Questions

How does HiMail.ai's automation compare to ActiveCampaign?

HiMail.ai offers visual workflow builders for both email and WhatsApp automation. While ActiveCampaign has more advanced conditional logic, HiMail.ai covers the automation needs of 90%+ of businesses while adding WhatsApp capabilities.

Can I migrate my ActiveCampaign automations?

Yes. Our team helps recreate your key automations during migration. Most teams are fully operational within 1-2 days.

Does HiMail.ai integrate with my CRM?

HiMail.ai includes a native CRM, but also integrates with HubSpot, Salesforce, Pipedrive, and others via native connections or Zapier.