Short answer:beehiiv is the top-rated newsletters & email tool we've reviewed, at 8.8/10, best for writers and publishers who want the newsletter itself to earn through sponsors, ad network placements, paid subscriptions and cross-promotion. On a tight budget, Substack sits in the Free price tier (7.9/10). Below are all 7 newsletters & email reviews, ranked by score.
This category covers platforms for writing, sending and earning from a newsletter or email list. They split mainly by business model. beehiiv is built for newsletters that earn through sponsors, ad network placements and paid subscriptions. Kit focuses on creators who sell products, courses or launches and need tagging, sequences and automations. Substack is free to start and aimed at writers building an audience from zero. Ghost lets publishers own the whole site and membership stack. ActiveCampaign handles complex multi-channel funnels, and MailerLite and Buttondown are lean, lower-cost options for smaller lists.
What is the best newsletters & email tool in 2026?
beehiiv is our top pick at 8.8/10. The strongest all-in-one platform for creators whose newsletter is the business: website, ads, paid subscriptions at a 0% platform fee, and recommendations in one plan. Budget for Lite once you want to earn.
How many newsletters & email tools has BestCreates reviewed?
We have published 7 reviews in this category. Each page states whether it is editorially reviewed, hands-on reviewed, or a research preview.
Is there a cheaper newsletters & email option?
Substack sits in the Free tier and works best for writers building an audience from zero. Distribution dressed as a publishing platform.
How does BestCreates score newsletters & email tools?
Scores are editorial judgments relative to the category. We assess every tool against the same published framework and show the evidence status beside the score.