Flodesk vs Ghost (Pro): cost by list size
At 1,000 subscribers Ghost (Pro) is cheaper: $180/yr vs $228/yr. At 5,000 subscribers Flodesk is cheaper: $576/yr vs $756/yr.
Last checked 2026-10-17 on the official pages.
The lowest stated yearly-billing price for each list size, from Flodesk ↗ and Ghost (Pro) ↗ official pricing, checked 2026-10-17. Base plans only; features differ between plans.
| Subscribers | Flodesk | Ghost (Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | Lite: $228/yr | Starter: $180/yr |
| 1,000 | Lite: $228/yr | Starter: $180/yr |
| 2,500 | Lite: $348/yr | Publisher: $552/yr |
| 5,000 | Lite: $576/yr | Publisher: $756/yr |
| 10,000 | Lite: $792/yr | Publisher: $1,056/yr |
| 25,000 | Lite: $1,788/yr | Publisher: $1,692/yr |
| 50,000 | Pro: $4,284/yr | Publisher: $2,496/yr |
| 100,000 | Pro: $7,584/yr | Publisher: $3,288/yr |
| 250,000 | Pro: $17,484/yr | no plan / pending |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Flodesk cheaper than Ghost (Pro)?
At 1,000 subscribers Ghost (Pro) is cheaper: $180/yr vs $228/yr. At 5,000 subscribers Flodesk is cheaper: $576/yr vs $756/yr.
Is Flodesk free?
Not for sending. Flodesk's Free plan covers forms, landing pages and link-in-bio but does not include email sending, so a newsletter needs a paid plan (Lite, Pro or Everything).
Is Ghost (Pro) free?
No. Ghost (Pro) has no free plan on its official pricing page.
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