Top Email Marketing Companies
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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 29 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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNew Delhi, India
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Public relations agency Transcendent Strategy is headquartered in New Delhi, India. Established in 1998, the team provides Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDowners Grove, IL
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Physicians Digital Services is a small branding firm headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media 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 64 projectsA-SALES AB is a lead generation and email outreach company specializing in developing customized outbound sales strategies through email campaigns and other methods. Across reviews, 87.5% of clients report satisfaction with their organized project management and precise targeting, while one review highlights significant dissatisfaction with their service quality and professionalism. Their ability to tailor messaging effectively to different markets is frequently noted as a strength.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Rajkot, India
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See all 1 projectsOur mission is provide best product for our client. Our customer satisfaction is our main target. We always try to improve the quality of our products by exploring innovative ideas.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kochi, India
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See all 2 projectsMaplitho Solutions specializes in growth hacking, digital marketing, and social media engagement strategies. Reviews indicate high satisfaction with their services, particularly highlighting their industry expertise, responsiveness, and effective communication. Both clients noted significant business growth and improved customer acquisition, praising the team's innovative and strategic approach.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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See all 2 projectsThe Digital Soda specializes in paid social media advertising, website development utilizing modern technologies, and SEO services. Client feedback highlights their cooperative nature, effective communication, and in-depth digital marketing expertise. The company is praised for achieving significant improvements in brand awareness and website traffic, demonstrating their capability to deliver measurable results.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsKeyDevs Software & Technologies offers custom software development services, utilizing technologies such as PHP and Laravel. Reviews highlight the company's ability to meet expectations, deliver projects on time, and stay within budget, with clients expressing high levels of satisfaction. KeyDevs Software & Technologies is noted for its effective project management and comprehensive solutions.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kampala, Uganda
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See all 1 projectsAce Digital is a High Performance Digital Marketing, IT Services and Business Solutions Agency. We ensure the highest levels of certainty and satisfaction through deep brand commitment to our
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Smithville, MO
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See all 1 projectsPin-Up Marketing offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including Email Marketing campaigns, SEO, SEM, and social media management. Reviews consistently highlight their personalized approach, exceptional attention to detail, and effective cost management, making them a preferred choice for tailored digital strategies. Their email marketing services, in particular, receive high praise for contributing to improved search performance and reduced cost per click.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49North Sydney, Australia
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See all 1 projectsFrom offline to all things digital, our aim is to maximise your marketing using the Multiplier effect! That is when you multiply a combination of data, ideas and passionate people you get BIG
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See all 1 projectsMax Lead Advertising offers professional and affordable flyer distribution services across the UAE. The reviews highlight their timely delivery and effective project management, leading to positive outcomes such as generating leads. Clients appreciate their creative approach, value for cost, and alignment with company values, making them highly recommended for leaflet distribution projects.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsNetmente offers services in website development, design, social media management, and SEO. The reviews highlight their ability to exceed project expectations with skilled design and IT solutions, demonstrating a strong commitment to client satisfaction. Consistently praised for punctuality and professionalism, Netmente is recommended for their customer-centric approach and the value they provide.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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See all 1 projectsZigantic offers comprehensive services, including email marketing with Klaviyo tools and platform migration from Magento to Shopify, demonstrating expertise in email campaigns and email automation. Reviews highlight their effective project management, cost-effective solutions, and significant sales growth, indicating Zigantic's proficiency in email outreach and development projects, although initial industry learning and communication preferences had room for improvement.
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Adwit Digital is a bengaluru, India-based web design company. The team provides Web Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portsmouth, NH
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Swell Media is a small media planning and buying company located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and Boston, Massachusetts. The team provides Media Planning & Buying and Content Marketing.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Roswell, GA
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Content Marketing company Michael Mackenzie Communications was founded in 2001. The small team provides Content Marketing and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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Founded in 2009, Optimist Brand Design is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Advertising and is based in Pune, India.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Winchester, England
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Ministry of Fish is a small Winchester, England-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Digikonn is a small Content Marketing company. They focus on Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization and were established in 2016.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Murrieta, CA
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Established in 1998, Premazon is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Established in 2014, Tradelink New Business Marketing is a small Banbridge, Ireland-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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Launched in 2014, tfleads is a small Austin, Texas-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Website Marketing Company is a Marketing Strategy company founded in 1999. The small team provides Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Ayudh Digital, an user experience agency, is located in India. Their services include UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Strategic Online is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2014. The company offers Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Blackrock, Ireland
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Established in 1999, Evolution Digital Marketing, a small Digital Strategy company, is based in Blackrock, Ireland. Their services include Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Whello is an Advertising company. The small Amsterdam, Netherlands-based team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy. The firm was established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
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Digital Strategy company Click Iraq was launched in 2015. The agency focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Medellín, Colombia
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Altotráfico is a CRM consulting and SI company. They provide CRM consulting and SI and Direct Marketing and were established in 2008. The agency is headquartered in Medellín, Colombia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Founded in 2008, GoTop Agency is a web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Founded in 2014, RAW Agency, a small UX agency, is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Mississauga, Canada
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Tas Technologies is a Mississauga, Canada-based custom software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ngong, Kenya
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GETSALES KENYA is a social media marketing agency. The Kenya-based agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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CryptoBoost, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. The team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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PPC company Webeaz Technologies Pvt. Ltd was established in 2008. The agency offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Lenstrapath Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Is an Advertising company established in 2017. Their services include Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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3.14 Agency is a branding firm. They are in Kyiv, Ukraine and have small team. Their services include Branding and CRM consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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CaraNaWeb Digital is a Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and the agency is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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Websoft Consultancy is a small Advertising company launched in 2010. Their services include Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Leading Edge Designers, a Corporate Photography company, is located in New Delhi, India. They offer Corporate Photography and Email Marketing and were established in 2012.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Synclarity Digital, an Advertising company, was established in 2017. The small team offers Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Missoula, MT
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Advertising company Windfall Studio offers Advertising and Branding. They are based in Missoula, Montana.
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Tecordeon is a software development firm. Established in 2007, the team offers Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design. The company is headquartered in Hyderabad, India.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Park Royal, England
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Founded in 2012, Neosis LTd, a small e-commerce development company, is located in Park Royal, England. Their team offers E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Realclicks is a small pay per click agency launched in 2012. Their services include Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Barangaroo, Australia
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Established in 2016, BMP Technologies is an AI company. The company focuses on Artificial Intelligence and BI & big data consulting & SI, and is small.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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Rasta is a branding firm. They are based in Gurugram, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chennai, India
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Q-Apps Technology is an Advertising company. Their team is based in Chennai, India. The agency specializes in Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Located in Lucknow , India, Kashi Infotech is a web design agency. They specialize in Web Design and UX/UI Design and were established in 2015.
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Accounting company Star Global Solutions focuses on Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing. They are in Suva, Fiji.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Pune, India
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Content Marketing company Digitalseed was founded in 2017. The firm focuses on Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization, and is small.
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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+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 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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$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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$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 - 999San Jose, CA
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 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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36.7/40.017.2/20 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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+$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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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32.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 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
80% Email Marketing20% 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.