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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TXServices provided
See all 70 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized email marketing agency adept at Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Email Automation. Customer reviews consistently praise their commitment to client satisfaction, with over 90% highlighting their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time. Their strategic approach and expertise have notably enhanced email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, IndiaServices provided
See all 8 projectsOptimite is a dynamic email marketing agency specializing in services such as Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Newsletter Marketing. Their clients consistently praise their structured project management and responsiveness, with 100% of reviews highlighting timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. They excel in optimizing email engagement strategies, evidenced by significant increases in revenue and email-driven results for their clients.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OHServices provided
See all 28 projectsOne 10 Media is a distinguished email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, email automation, and email engagement strategies. Reviewers consistently commend their strategic alignment, proactive communication, and commitment to understanding client needs, resulting in significant revenue growth and efficient project management. An impressive 90% of feedback highlights their flexibility and personalized approach, with particular praise for delivering timely and effective solutions.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Middletown, DE
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Established in 2023, Strategnetic is a small Middletown, Delaware-based Email Marketing company. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2010, Shtrack, a small pay per click company, is in Varna, Bulgaria. Their team offers Pay Per Click and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, COServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is a specialized email marketing agency known for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Email Engagement Strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rating, clients consistently praise their strategic insights, timely delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly into team operations. Many reviews highlight MH Digital's proficiency in improving email performance metrics, such as revenue growth and customer engagement.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ed, SwedenServices provided
See all 63 projectsA-SALES AB is a company specializing in outbound lead generation and sales outreach through Email Marketing services. With a 90% positive feedback rate, clients consistently appreciate their expertise in creating precise, customized Email Campaigns, and their organized project management. However, one review highlighted significant dissatisfaction, citing unprofessionalism and ineffective communication. Despite this, A-SALES AB is generally recognized for effectively boosting client engagement and pipeline growth.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerAuckland, New Zealand
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Tiffany Digital NZ, an Email Marketing company, is in Auckland, New Zealand. They offer Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerWarszawa, Poland
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Bedna Paweł Bednarski is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2024, their team specializes in Email Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Malvern, PA
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2X is a Malvern, Pennsylvania-based Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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See all 5 projects100xelevate specializes in Shopify store design, UI/UX, and development services, offering custom solutions that enhance digital business operations. Reviews highlight their commitment to understanding client needs, timely project delivery, and exceptional project management. Clients commend their detail-oriented approach, professional communication, and ability to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and scalable solutions that align with business objectives.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Scholar Green, England
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Real Agency is a branding agency. In Scholar Green, England, the company was founded in 2018. Their team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Small branding agency Storyworthy Studios, is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49
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CourseCREEK is a web design company. Their small team is headquartered in Hailey, Idaho and. Their services include Web Design and Video Production.
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Brain Hub Marketing is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2010, the company is located in Gwalior, India. Their team offers Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Mumbai, India
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Netcore Solutions Pvt Ltd, an Email Marketing company, is headquartered in Mumbai, India. They focus on Email Marketing and IT managed services.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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CTR STRATEGY is a social media marketing firm based in London, England. Launched in 2020, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Small graphic design agency Proton Effect LLC, is based in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates and Sheridan, Wyoming. Their services include Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Herzliya, Israel
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Mars Media Group is a Herzliya, Israel-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Email Marketing and were founded in 2005.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Alfadanga, Bangladesh
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Established in 2016, SalesStream is an Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Curve digital solutions is an Email Marketing company established in 2023. The agency offers Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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KapturBox is an Email Marketing and SMS Marketing company located in Los Angeles, California. The team specializes in Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsSpark Digital offers website development and SEO services. Overall, the reviews indicate that Spark Digital delivers projects on time, communicates effectively, and provides good value for the cost. The clients appreciate the company's adherence to promised outcomes and notable improvements in website traffic.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Lagos, Nigeria
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Markova Creative Limited is a Content Marketing company headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. They specialize in Content Marketing and Media Planning & Buying and were launched in 2012.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rochdale, England
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Creative Marketing (NW) Ltd is a branding company launched in 2017. Based in Rochdale, England, the team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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ARMAR Solutions is a midsize Digital Strategy company in Odesa, Ukraine. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Established in 2015, bant.io is a small Email Marketing company. Their team offers Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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Launched in 2012, S2W Media is a Business Consulting company. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Email Marketing and is located in New York, New York and San Francisco, California.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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See all 1 projectsVooz Tech offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including Email Marketing and related activities such as Email Campaigns and Email Outreach. Clients consistently praise their ability to generate leads effectively and note their strong communication skills and timely delivery, resulting in high satisfaction with their services.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sandton, South Africa
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See all 1 projectsEdot Digital provides a range of services, including Email Marketing, Website Design, SEO, and E-Commerce Development. Reviews highlight their professional, innovative, and creative approach, complemented by extensive industry knowledge. Clients appreciate their effective email campaigns and automation, which have significantly enhanced customer engagement and led to increased repeat bookings and sales. The team consistently delivers projects on time and exceeds expectations.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Holmdel, NJ
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Small Conversion Optimization company DEFY Creative & Co., is located in Holmdel, New Jersey. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Novi Sad, Serbia
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Limitless Design Lab is an Email Marketing company. The team offers Email Marketing and Web Design and is based in Novi Sad, Serbia.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Premium Steam Marketing Agency is an Email Marketing company. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, their team focuses on Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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OutboundEngine is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Call Center Services, and the company is located in Austin, Texas and Phoenix, Arizona.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Faisalabad, Pakistan
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Connect Infosoft Technologies Pvt Ltd, an Other Digital Marketing company, was established in 1999. They offers Other Digital Marketing and Artificial Intelligence.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sabaneta, Colombia
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Email Marketing company Leapshop Digital Marketing was established in 2015. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing and is located in Sabaneta, Colombia.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Indico Digital Marketing, an Email Marketing company, provides Email Marketing and Digital Strategy. The firm is headquartered in Tampa, Florida and San Diego, California.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Niš, Serbia
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Email Marketing company Creatop was launched in 2022. The small team offers Email Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2023, Flypost Agency is an Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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ADYHERE is a New York, New York-based Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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Ascendly is an Email Marketing company. Headquartered in London, England, the company focuses on Email Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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MarTechulate is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy, and the firm is located in London, England.
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TrovaLead is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2025, the company focuses on Email Marketing and Sales Outsourcing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ronse, Belgium
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The Future Funnel is an Email Marketing company. Based in Ronse, Belgium, the team provides Email Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Established in 2024, Growleads.io, a small pay per click company, is based in Jaipur, India. Their services include Pay Per Click and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Frist Database, an Email Marketing company, is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They focus on Email Marketing and Sales Outsourcing and were established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Gateshead, England
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SaleCycle is an Email Marketing company. Their team is based in Gateshead, England and Paris, France and specializes in Email Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kaunas, Lithuania
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Develio is an Email Marketing and SEO company. Their small team is located in Kaunas, Lithuania. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Santa Catarina, Mexico
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One Contact by Grupo Migesa is an Email Marketing company. They are located in Santa Catarina, Mexico and have midsize team. They offer Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerCape Town, South Africa
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WILD CACTUS STUDIO is a small Cape Town, South Africa-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249
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Midsize Sales Outsourcing company Power Leads, is based in London, England. The team specializes in Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Poole, England
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Enviary, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2021. The firm specializes in Email Marketing and E-Commerce Development, and is midsize.
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$250,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Lahore, Pakistan
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Tecnomics International is a social media marketing firm. Founded in 2010, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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See all 1 projectsBlueliner is a digital marketing and web development company specializing in CRM implementation, website upgrades, and Shopify enhancements. Client feedback highlights their responsive team and effective project management, with 100% of reviewers appreciating their prompt communication and problem-solving skills. Some clients suggest a more proactive approach in challenging existing infrastructure for long-term solutions.
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List of the Top 15 Email Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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37.9/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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37.7/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Newport, RI
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49L'viv, Ukraine
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35.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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34.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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38.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Ahmedabad, India
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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36.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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32.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Randwick, Australia
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lostwithiel, England
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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36.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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39.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Email Marketing50% Other
Email Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for an email marketing agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring an email marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch showcases firms that create automated campaigns, nurture leads, and improve conversions through email twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top email marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An email marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes campaigns that move prospects through your sales funnel. Their typical responsibilities include audience segmentation, template design, copywriting, automation flow setup, deliverability monitoring, and performance reporting. Instead of juggling creative, technical, and analytical tasks internally, you can outsource to a specialist team that already knows best practices for inbox placement and conversion.
Agencies track metrics like revenue per email, conversion rate, subscriber lifetime value, and list churn. Advanced teams tie email performance back to multi-touch attribution models or customer data platforms so you can see how campaigns influence overall pipeline and retention.
Email marketing agencies are dedicated to helping clients reach their target audience cost-efficiently. If you’re planning to team up with a provider soon, here are some services you can expect:
- Strategy workshops and list growth planning
- ESP migration or platform setup (e.g., Klaviyo, HubSpot, Braze)
- Creative services (e.g., mobile-responsive templates, GIFs, dynamic content)
- Automated sequences (i.e., welcome, cart-abandon, re-engagement, post-purchase)
- A/B testing, personalization, and data analytics
- Deliverability audits and inbox placement fixes
Some firms also bundle paid social retargeting or SMS for a cohesive lifecycle approach. When evaluating prospective service providers, make sure to verify and assess the quality of the work they offer — regardless if you need comprehensive work or focused services.
Clutch data shows monthly retainers range from $2,500 to as high as $15,000 depending on several key factors such as list size, send volume, and service depth. Moreover, hourly rates generally fall between $75 – $150. Ultimately, it depends on what you are looking for – a small business needing two automated flows might spend $5,000 for setup, while an enterprise with millions of contacts could invest $20,000 per month for full lifecycle management and creative testing.
Finding the right email marketing provider is crucial to your investment’s success. To make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed once you look for potential providers, the first step you should do is clarify your goals (e.g., higher open rates, revenue per send, automation build-out). After that, you can proceed with the following:
- Shortlist agencies with proven results in your industry.
- Review Clutch feedback for communication style, project management, and ROI.
- Request case studies and ask about specific KPIs they improved.
- Evaluate cultural fit, reporting cadence, and tech stack expertise.
- Compare pricing models—flat retainer, percent of revenue, or project-based—and ensure deliverables are clear in the contract.
While there’s no flawless service provider, it’s crucial to match with the ideal team to avoid mishaps or costly headaches. Be cautious if a provider has any of the following warning signs:
- Guarantees specific open or revenue numbers (inbox algorithms shift)
- Uses purchased lists or suggests scraping emails
- Lacks transparency on creative ownership or ESP access
- Provides sparse reporting or avoids explaining metrics
- Overlooks compliance requirements like CAN-SPAM or GDPR
- Which industries do you specialize in, and can I see related case studies?
- What ESPs and automation tools are you certified in?
- How do you segment audiences and personalize content?
- What’s your process for improving deliverability?
- How frequently will we review performance metrics together?
- Who owns the creative assets and account data if we part ways?
A freelancer is ideal for one-off template designs or copy tweaks on a tight budget. An agency offers multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, developers, and analysts—able to manage end-to-end programs, integrate with CRMs, and scale testing. If your goal is sustainable revenue growth and complex automation, an agency’s broader expertise and bandwidth generally deliver higher long-term ROI.