What is Elastic Email?
Elastic Email is a cloud-based email communication platform combining email marketing, transactional email delivery (via SMTP or API), and team collaboration tools. It serves businesses that need to send high-volume emails at low cost with integrated contact management, automation workflows, landing pages, and team chat functionality.
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Capterra Rating: 3.9 out of 5 based on 75 verified reviews
G2 Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 212 verified reviews
Key features
Email Marketing
Create and send campaigns with AI-powered email template designer, customizable forms, and landing pages
Transactional Email
Send transactional emails via REST API or SMTP with reliable delivery
Automation Workflows
Build email automation sequences (1 on Starter plan, unlimited on Pro plan)
Contact Management
Manage, organize, segment, and customize contacts with custom fields
Team Collaboration
Includes team chat, live chat support, and help desk capabilities
Developer-Friendly APIs
REST and Web APIs with SDKs for multiple programming languages; comprehensive documentation
Third-Party Integrations
50+ integrations including HubSpot, Shopify, WordPress, WooCommerce, PayPal, and others
Analytics & Reporting
Track clicks, opens, and campaign performance metrics
Elastic Email pricing
Elastic Email uses a freemium model with a generous free tier (up to 100 emails/day, 3,000 emails/month, 1,000 contacts). Paid plans start at $29/month for Starter tier.
| Plan | Price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/month | Up to 1,000 contacts; 3,000 emails/month; basic email designer, forms, analytics; limited to 100 emails/day |
| Starter | $29/month | Up to 2,500 contacts (scalable to 1,000,000); 37,500 emails/month; 1 automation workflow; paid newsletters and checkouts; contact management and segmentation |
| Pro | $49/month | Up to 2,500 contacts (scalable to 1,000,000); 37,500 emails/month; unlimited automation workflows; unlimited custom fields; webhook notifications; sub-accounts; reseller features |
Pros & cons
Pros
- + Extremely affordable pricing compared to competitors like Mailchimp, SendGrid, and Brevo
- + High email deliverability rates praised by users across reviews
- + Easy to use with intuitive interface and simple setup process
- + Strong API documentation and developer-friendly tools
- + Combines marketing and transactional email in one platform (no need for multiple services)
- + Reliable and stable performance
- + Cost-effective for high-volume senders
Cons
- − Customer support response times can be slow or inconsistent; some users report poorly trained support staff
- − Template editor offers limited design flexibility compared to competitors; requires HTML knowledge for advanced customization
- − Reporting and analytics less advanced than top-tier competitors; lacks deep campaign insights
- − Learning curve for automation setups and advanced features
- − Webhooks require checking documentation; some users report they may not be included in standard Email API plans
- − Contact and campaign management features disabled on Email API plans
- − Limited campaign result separation (aggregates recurring sends)
Who is Elastic Email best for?
- • High-volume email senders on tight budgets
- • Startups and small businesses needing both marketing and transactional email
- • Developers building email into applications via API
- • Businesses prioritizing cost-efficiency and deliverability over advanced design tools
- • Companies needing SMTP and API options without vendor lock-in
Frequently asked questions
Is Elastic Email suitable for both marketing and transactional email?
Yes. Elastic Email provides both email marketing tools (campaigns, automations, landing pages) and transactional email delivery (via SMTP or API), making it an all-in-one platform.
Can Elastic Email handle high-volume email sending?
Yes. It is specifically designed for high-volume senders and offers pay-as-you-go pricing with no per-email overage rates. Exceeding your plan's monthly allowance moves you to the next volume tier.
What support and onboarding does Elastic Email provide?
Elastic Email offers webinars, documentation, and video tutorials. Support channels are available, though response times vary according to user reviews.
How many integrations does Elastic Email have?
Approximately 50 integrations across CRM, scheduling, productivity, and content management platforms, including HubSpot, Shopify, WordPress, and WooCommerce.






