Buttondown pricing
As of Oct 2026, Buttondown has a free plan and paid plans start at From $9/mo (source: buttondown.com).
Buttondown plans
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | First 100 subscribers |
| Paid | From $9/mo | Price rises with subscriber count ($9, $29, $79/mo and up); $90/year at the first tier |
| Add-ons | $9–$79/mo each | e.g. paid subscriptions, analytics, automations, teams |
| Large lists | Custom | Contact for a quote |
Prices are in USD as shown on buttondown.com. Prices change, so confirm on buttondown.com before you buy.
How Buttondown pricing works
- Buttondown has a free plan.
- The top plan is priced on request.
Buttondown pricing vs alternatives
| Tool | Free plan | Lowest paid plan | Checked | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttondown (this page) | Yes | From $9/mo | Oct 2026 | |
| beehiiv | Yes | $49/mo | Oct 2026 | Buttondown vs beehiiv |
| Kit | Yes | $33/mo | Oct 2026 | Buttondown vs Kit |
| EmailOctopus | Yes | $10/mo | Oct 2026 | Buttondown vs EmailOctopus |
Plans differ in what they include and whether they are per user, so compare features too. All Buttondown alternatives.
Buttondown pricing FAQ
Is Buttondown free?
Yes, Buttondown has a free plan, with paid plans for more features or usage. Check buttondown.com for current limits.
How much does Buttondown cost?
As of Oct 2026, Buttondown has a free plan and paid plans start at From $9/mo (source: buttondown.com). Plans: Free $0; Paid From $9/mo; Add-ons $9–$79/mo each; Large lists Custom.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Buttondown?
Alternatives with a free plan: beehiiv, Kit, EmailOctopus. Compare their plans in the table on this page.
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