Brevo Review
Email, SMS and CRM on a generous free plan.
Product overview
Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) is a European email and SMS platform with a light CRM and transactional email API. Pricing is based on sends, not list size, which suits growing lists.
Product screenshots
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Key features
Send-based pricing
Unlimited contacts on every plan.
Transactional API
SMTP and REST for product emails.
Automation
Workflow builder with 40+ templates.
Sales CRM
Free pipelines and deal tracking.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Send-based pricing keeps costs down
- Transactional email API included
- SMS and WhatsApp in one platform
- GDPR-first, EU-hosted
Cons
- Automation library is smaller
- Template editor is basic
- Support quality varies
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 300 emails/day. |
| Starter | $9/mo | 5,000 emails, no daily cap. |
| Business | $18/mo | A/B testing and advanced stats. |
Who Brevo is best for
Small businesses with big lists that send infrequently.
Alternatives to Brevo
Frequently asked questions
What is Brevo?
Brevo is email, SMS and CRM on a generous free plan. Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) is a European email and SMS platform with a light CRM and transactional email API. Pricing is based on sends, not list size, which suits growing lists.
How much does Brevo cost?
Brevo pricing starts at $9/mo. Full plan breakdown is in the pricing section above.
Does Brevo offer a free trial?
Yes, Brevo offers a free trial or free tier so you can evaluate before committing.
Who is Brevo best for?
Brevo is best for small businesses with big lists that send infrequently.
What are the best alternatives to Brevo?
Top alternatives in the Email Marketing category include mailchimp, kit.
Priya Shah
Editor at CodeTag — Priya edits CodeTag's AI and productivity coverage. She previously ran content at an AI infrastructure startup and has written for Wired and MIT Technology Review.