Ghost vs beehiiv
Both sit in newsletters & publishing. Here is how they differ on the things you can actually check.
Ghost
ghost.org
Independent publishing platform with newsletters, paid memberships and a proper CMS. Self-host free or use Ghost(Pro).
Newsletters & Publishing
Visit Ghostbeehiiv
beehiiv.com
Publishing, growth tooling, a recommendation network and a built-in ad marketplace — designed for newsletters that make money.
Free planNewsletters & Publishing
Visit beehiiv| Ghost | beehiiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $9/mo | $49/mo |
| Pricing model | Free trial | Free plan |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Category | Newsletters & Publishing | Newsletters & Publishing |
| Around since | 2013 | 2021 |
Prices are indicative entry-tier figures, not verified quotes. Both vendors change pricing without notice.