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AWeber vs Buttondown: cost by list size

At 1,000 subscribers Buttondown is cheaper: $108/yr billed monthly vs $250/yr. At 5,000 subscribers Buttondown is cheaper: $348/yr billed monthly vs $600/yr.

Last checked 2026-10-18 on the official pages.

The lowest stated yearly-billing price for each list size, from AWeber ↗ and Buttondown ↗ official pricing, checked 2026-10-18. Base plans only; features differ between plans.

Subscribers	AWeber	Buttondown
500	Lite: $150/yr	Basic: $108/yr (billed monthly; no yearly price stated)
1,000	Lite: $250/yr	Basic: $108/yr (billed monthly; no yearly price stated)
2,500	Lite: $350/yr	Standard: $348/yr (billed monthly; no yearly price stated)
5,000	Lite: $600/yr	Standard: $348/yr (billed monthly; no yearly price stated)
10,000	Lite: $1,000/yr	Professional: $948/yr (billed monthly; no yearly price stated)
25,000	Lite: $2,100/yr	no plan / pending
50,000	Lite: $3,750/yr	no plan / pending
100,000	Lite: $6,000/yr	no plan / pending
250,000	no plan / pending	no plan / pending

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Frequently asked questions

Is AWeber cheaper than Buttondown?

At 1,000 subscribers Buttondown is cheaper: $108/yr billed monthly vs $250/yr. At 5,000 subscribers Buttondown is cheaper: $348/yr billed monthly vs $600/yr.

Is AWeber free?

Pending. AWeber's pricing page shows paid Lite and Plus plans and a 14-day free trial; it does not state a free plan or its limits.

Is Buttondown free?

Yes, up to 100 subscribers.