Beehiiv vs Substack
Side-by-side comparison of Beehiiv and Substack for content creators.
The newsletter platform built for growth.
Newsletter publishing and monetization in one place
What they are
Beehiiv
Newsletter platform with built-in growth tools: paid recommendation network, ad marketplace, native referral programs, and built-in monetisation. Founded by ex-Morning Brew operators.
Substack
Substack is a publishing platform where writers host email newsletters and charge subscribers a recurring fee. Independent journalists, essayists, and niche experts use it to build direct audiences without relying on ad revenue. The platform handles payments, delivery, and a basic website automatically. Substack takes a 10% cut of paid subscription revenue on top of stripe fees, which becomes a real cost as an audience grows.
Which to choose
Full editorial comparison coming soon. For now, check the side-by-side data above and read the individual reviews for Beehiiv and Substack.