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7 workloads priced on 6 providers
The article examines the pricing structures of email API providers as of October 6, 2026. It finds that Amazon SES offers the lowest base price for email sending, particularly for those who are willing to build infrastructure. Other providers, like Mailgun, SendGrid, and SMTPfast, have various pricing tiers that depend on usage and features. The analysis emphasizes the importance of understanding free tiers and potential overages when selecting a provider.
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Published 7 Oct 2026, 16:51 UTC5 min read
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Brief
NewsBite reading:Comparison of Email API Pricing Across Six Providers
TL;DR
- Amazon SES is the cheapest option across different email volumes.
- SMTPfast provides competitive pricing at higher volumes but can become expensive at 1M emails.
- Mailgun's pricing includes monthly tiers starting at $15 for 10,000 emails.
- Free tier access varies significantly across providers.
- SendGrid has no free plan since 2025, offering only a short trial.
Interesting facts
- Amazon SES lacks a free tier for new accounts since July 2026.
- SMTPfast offers a unique prepaid credit system to avoid overage fees.
- Postmark allows 100 free emails per month, but no additional sending is permitted.