Constant Contact
Email marketing for small businesses with strong event and social features
From $12/mo
What is Constant Contact?
Constant Contact is one of the longest-running email marketing platforms, founded in 1995 and serving over 600,000 customers. It targets small businesses, nonprofits, and local service businesses that need reliable email marketing without advanced automation complexity.
The platform covers email campaigns, contact management, list growth tools, event management, and social media posting. Its template library is extensive with 200+ mobile-responsive designs. The event management feature is a genuine differentiator — allowing businesses to sell tickets, manage RSVPs, and send event-specific email sequences. Constant Contact's AI tools include subject line generation and content suggestions. Its customer support is consistently rated among the best in the email marketing industry, offering phone and chat support on all plans. It is not the cheapest option, but the support quality and reliability make it a top choice for non-technical business owners.
Key Features
- Email Campaign Builder
- 200+ Email Templates
- Contact Management & Segmentation
- Event Management & Ticketing
- Social Media Posting
- AI Subject Line Generator
- List Growth Tools (forms, landing pages)
- E-commerce Integration (Shopify, WooCommerce)
- Marketing Automation (Core plan+)
- Reporting & Analytics
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent phone and chat support — best in the email marketing industry
- Event management is a unique built-in feature
- 200+ templates with easy drag-and-drop editor
- Strong deliverability rates and list management
Cons
- More expensive than Brevo or Mailchimp for equivalent features
- Automation capabilities are limited on the Lite plan
- No free plan — 60-day trial only
- Less suitable for advanced e-commerce workflows
Pricing
Model: Subscription (by contacts)
| Plan | Price | Key Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Lite | $12/mo | 500 contacts, 10x contact emails/mo |
| Standard | $35/mo | 500 contacts, unlimited sends, automation |
| Premium | $80/mo | 500 contacts, advanced segmentation, custom automations |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Constant Contact easy for beginners?
- Yes — it is one of the most beginner-friendly email marketing platforms. The drag-and-drop editor, template library, and strong support team make it accessible to non-technical users.
- Does Constant Contact have a free plan?
- No. Constant Contact offers a 60-day free trial with no credit card required, after which plans start at $12/mo for up to 500 contacts.
- What is Constant Contact's event management feature?
- Constant Contact includes a built-in event management tool that allows businesses to create event pages, sell tickets via Stripe or PayPal, manage RSVPs, and send targeted emails to registrants. It is particularly useful for nonprofits and local businesses running regular events.