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 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Levittown, PA
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Red Door Marketing Co is a branding agency. Their small team of employees is in Levittown, Pennsylvania. Their team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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Targeted Visitors is a SEO agency founded in 2001. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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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 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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bruxelles, Belgium
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SOLID is an Advertising company. The Bruxelles, Belgium-based team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Sitemap.io is a small SEO agency located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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Pro Internet Marketing is a PPC company. The firm is based in Melbourne, Australia. Their team offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Greensboro, NC
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Launched in 2012, Precise Creative is a small Content Marketing company. Their team offers Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Web design agency Kitchen Table Web Design offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. They were launched in 2009.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bristol, RI
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Launched in 2009, Hit-the-web Marketing, LLC is a SEO agency. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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See all 2 projectsDrivenIQ is a marketing company specializing in email marketing strategies, including email automation and outreach. However, based on the review provided, the company received negative feedback regarding their execution and communication, with issues such as poor-quality leads and budget overspending. Approximately 100% of the feedback highlighted dissatisfaction with their services, particularly for non-automotive clients.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Camp Hill, PA
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See all 1 projectsDigital Insides offers tailored digital marketing services, including SEO and SMM, designed to help businesses thrive online. The reviews highlight their commitment to timely project delivery, accuracy in cost estimation, and a personalized approach to strategy. While clients praise their efficiency and effectiveness, suggestions for improved communication and transparency in strategy details are noted.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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See all 1 projectsVirtualAd offers services in ad asset creation, optimized online campaigns, and budget management. Their reviews highlight exceptional knowledge, responsiveness, and a proactive approach to improving campaigns. Clients appreciate VirtualAd's ability to act as an extension of their team and their commitment to delivering outstanding results.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Downers Grove, IL
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OVC Lawyer Marketing, a small SEO company, is in Downers Grove, Illinois. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Temecula, CA
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39 Celsius Web Marketing Consulting is a Conversion Optimization company. The agency is based in Temecula, California. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Digital Strategy company Accelerate Marketing was established in 2007. Headquartered in San Diego, California, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Founded in 2015, RiseFuel is a Content Marketing company. The small team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Advertising company The Creative Dept. Is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wake Forest, NC
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Redwood Productions, Inc. Is a web design company launched in 1999. Their team focuses on Web Design and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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Digital Strategy company Craft Interactive was established in 2009. Based in București, Romania, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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PIXELPRO SAS is an UX company. Their small team of employees is based in Bogotá, Colombia. Their team focuses on UX/UI Design and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton, New Zealand
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Located in Hamilton, New Zealand, digitalstream is a small custom software development company. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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Based in Manchester, England, Kent House Digital Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. The team offers Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frederick, MD
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Small Email Marketing company A David Creation, LLC, is based in Frederick, Maryland. Their services include Email Marketing and Print Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Email Marketing company Vexing Media specializes in Email Marketing and Web Design. They were launched in 2009.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Sprk'd Digital Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the firm provides Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Founded in 2007, Brandveda is a small social media marketing agency headquartered in. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Milano, Italy
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Founded in 2016, Agenzia Grafica Milano is a branding agency. The firm focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Vertical Digital Media is a Marketing Strategy company. The small Paço de Arcos, Portugal-based team offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy. The company was launched in 2014.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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See all 2 projectsDigital Shout offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including Email Marketing, SEO, Social Media Optimization, and Paid Advertising. Clients consistently highlight their effective strategies and measurable results, such as improved website traffic, higher search engine rankings, and enhanced social media engagement. Digital Shout is praised for their combination of creativity and data-driven approaches.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Rabyte IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Is a Digital Strategy company. The Noida, India-based team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerOndo, Nigeria
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Email Marketing company Bright David - Kalon is based in Ondo, Nigeria. They provide Email Marketing and Web Design and were launched in 2021.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerIslamabad, Pakistan
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Founded in 2023, Muazam Iqbal is a small web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerEastbourne, England
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Declan Davey Ltd is a small Content Marketing company headquartered in Eastbourne, England. Their services include Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hergiswil, Switzerland
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Launched in 2004, MeralDesignhaus is an Advertising company. The midsize team provides Advertising and Branding.
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Bob Tech Solutions, a SEO company, is headquartered in Bengaluru , India. Founded in 2005, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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Infognana Solutions is a branding firm. Headquartered in Coimbatore, India, their midsize team offers Branding and Digital Strategy. The company was established in 2000.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Kirkland, WA
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Bridge Partners, a Marketing Strategy company, is in Kirkland, Washington. Launched in 2007, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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Hind it solution is a web development firm established in 2010. The midsize team offers Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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Net Access India Limited is a midsize Chennai, India-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ammon, ID
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Strategic Angel Idaho Falls Direct Mail & Digital Marketing is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Ammon, Idaho, the team focuses on Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pimpri-Chinchwad, India
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See all 1 projectsGrowthway Advertising specializes in enhancing website visibility on search engines and driving online traffic, as evidenced by their work with a software service provider. The reviews highlight their cost-effective services, timely delivery, and impressive, results-driven approach, leading to a significant increase in website traffic from 200 to 2,500.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Montevideo, Uruguay
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Email Marketing company Embpartner is located in Montevideo, Uruguay. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Ranks Digital Media Pvt. Ptd. Is an Email Marketing company. The small Noida, India-based team offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was established in 2010.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Content Marketing company Catalyst Media Marketing specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy. They are headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mārupe, Latvia
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Founded in 2012, NOTRE is a small social media marketing firm located in Mārupe, Latvia. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Direct Marketing company Sniper Marketing is in Israel. Their services include Direct Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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Dot n pixel is an user experience agency. They provide UX/UI Design and Branding and are in Warszawa, Poland.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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William Thomas Digital is a CRM consulting and SI company. The small Toronto, Canada-based team provides CRM consulting and SI and Digital Strategy. The firm was launched in 2017.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico
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ManuelMontiel.com is a small Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico-based PPC company. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Buckhannon, WV
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Problem Solver's Consultants is a small Digital Strategy company headquartered in Buckhannon, West Virginia. The team provides Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Ace Legal Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, provides Digital Strategy and Email Marketing. The firm is based in Toronto, Canada.
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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 - 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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$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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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.