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 7 projectsOptimite is a specialized agency providing comprehensive email marketing services, including email design, automation, and campaign management. Reviewers consistently praised their timely delivery, high-quality output, and robust project management, with a 100% satisfaction rate reported. Their adaptability and alignment with client needs, especially in scaling email outreach and engagement strategies, are also frequently highlighted.
$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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Practice Boost is a Digital Strategy company. The small Maroubra, Australia-based team provides Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click. The agency was established in 2018.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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914Digital, a website development company, is headquartered in White Plains, New York and Delray Beach, Florida. They specialize in Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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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 62 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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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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ECom Pro is a social media marketing agency founded in 2009. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Market Research company Changing Faces Consulting & Co. Is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Launched in 2015, the team provides Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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Social media marketing agency VA Atelier focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2017.
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Tactics Marketing, an IT managed services company, specializes in IT managed services and Email Marketing. The firm is based in Sisters, Oregon.
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Founded in 2023, Jolly Marketer is a small Digital Strategy company headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Fractional CMO Services.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Coonecto LTD is a Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Performance Marketing and were founded in 2013.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerMarietta, GA
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Your Marketing Lady is a small social media marketing company located in Marietta, Georgia. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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ALÉGORIX, a website development company, is in Charleroi, Belgium. Their services include Web Development and Web Design.
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Harvest Media, a branding company, is in Illinois. Established in 1999, the team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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ADIV, a PPC agency, was founded in 2023. In delhi, India, the team focuses on Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Kozhikode, India
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See all 1 projectsWelcome to Techtadd India - the award-winning digital marketing agency based in Kozhikode, Kerala, with headquarters in London, UK, under the prestigious Techtadd Ltd brand. We offer top-notch
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bamenda, Cameroon
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See all 1 projectsUni B Agency is a global digital marketing agency trusted by businesses and organizations worldwide. We specialize in helping clients achieve their sales goals through cutting-edge technology and
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See all 2 projectsSK WEB GLOBAL PRIVATE LIMITED provides B2B lead generation services. Customer reviews highlight their accurate data provision, effective outreach support, and timely industry news, facilitating sales processes. Clients commend the company for its commitment, excellent resources, and ability to create detailed customer lists, indicating high satisfaction with their services.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsDigital Verse Agency offers comprehensive branding services aimed at fostering customer connections and enhancing brand perception. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, 24/7 customer support, and strong commitment to delivering high-quality results. Overall, clients are highly satisfied with the transformative impact on their brand image.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsAt Lift Digitally Internet Marketing Agency, we’re passionate about helping businesses grow and thrive in the digital landscape. Since 2017, we have been a trusted partner for brands looking to
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Kolkata, India
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See all 1 projectsLiberating Solution offers website design, SEO, and digital marketing services. Overall feedback highlights their ability to deliver satisfactory website redesigns and effective marketing solutions, leading to improved lead generation over time. Clients appreciate their good communication, responsiveness, and cost-effective pricing, although some deliverables occasionally faced delays.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kazhakkoottam, India
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See all 1 projectsMedowa Global Pvt Ltd offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including SEO, PPC, social media, and content marketing. The reviews highlight their strategic insights, exceptional project management, and responsiveness, which have significantly contributed to clients achieving full occupancy and successful expansion. Clients commend their innovative and client-centric approach, noting the agency's commitment to delivering timely, data-driven results.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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See all 1 projectsVegaOne - Digital Marketing Agency provides WordPress website design, social media marketing, PPC, email marketing, and content marketing services. Client feedback indicates successful outcomes, particularly in keyword ranking stability on Google. While project management is generally timely and responsive, occasional delays due to workload have been noted, suggesting a need for more developers.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsSeeking top-notch SEO, SMO, and SMM in India? Look no further than KS Rank Solutions, your premier digital marketing agency.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsFurious Digital Marketers specializes in social media marketing, branding, and search engine optimization. The reviews highlight the company's effective engagement strategies, successful brand identity development, and comprehensive SEO practices, which resulted in increased visibility and improved search engine rankings. Clients commend their project management, creativity, and commitment, noting that the services consistently exceeded expectations and drove significant growth.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsWeb Districts offers services such as website creation, with a particular focus on e-commerce solutions. However, feedback for Web Districts indicates significant concerns, with allegations of fraudulent behavior and deceptive practices. Multiple reviews assert that the company is involved in scamming activities, which raises serious trust and reliability issues.
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See all 1 projectsTechooze Solutions specializes in website development, hosting, and SEO optimization. The reviews indicate a negative experience, highlighting issues such as misleading pricing, poor project management, and subpar deliverables. Clients expressed dissatisfaction with their communication and clarity, suggesting a need for improvement in transparency and service execution.
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Launched in 1989, INTIMATE DATA (IDATA) is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Direct Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Monsoon Marketing is a small Content Marketing company located in Phoenix, Arizona. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Launched in 2010, Experts Technologies, a small Advertising company, is in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Their team offers Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Yambol, Bulgaria
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Small e-commerce development firm Eternus Global BG, is based in Yambol, Bulgaria. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Baku, Azerbaijan
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Andromeda Digital Marketing Agency is a Digital Strategy company established in 2017. The agency specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Marketing Towns, a small social media marketing agency, is headquartered in Jaipur, India. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Ideas Ignite Marketing is a Content Marketing company. The Bardwell, Kentucky-based company was founded in 2018. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49El Paso, TX
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Web design agency bio360 Marketing is headquartered in El Paso, Texas and Las Cruces, New Mexico. They provide Web Design and Advertising and were established in 2014.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Client Magnet, a small Marketing Strategy company, is located in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Founded in 2016, Mister Media is an Email Marketing company. Their team offers Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Castalia, NC
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Sente Media Group, Inc. Is a small Castalia, North Carolina-based CRM consulting and SI company. Their services include CRM consulting and SI and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edina, MN
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ABdigital is a video production company. They are based in Edina, Minnesota and have small team. They provide Video Production and Advertising.
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TECHSHAWE is an user experience design agency. The agency is in Lagos, Nigeria. Their team provides UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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Elevate CG is an UX design company located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Their services include UX/UI Design and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Digital Marketing Moto is a Conversion Optimization company founded in 2015. The team offers Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Al Burhama, Bahrain
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MADigital is a social media marketing company launched in 2014. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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Established in 1999, Dan Traian Craciunescu, a small PPC agency, is in București, Romania and Doha, Qatar. Their services include Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Novi Sad, Serbia
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Based in Novi Sad, Serbia, Positive Tech is an Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Greater Noida, India
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EBusiness Machine, an Advertising company, was established in 2019. Headquartered in Greater Noida, India, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kalimpong, India
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Content Marketing company Bikash Digitech was established in 2010. The small team focuses on Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lucknow, India
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DigiCoders Technologies is a social media marketing company launched in 2018. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Custom Software Development and is based in Lucknow, India.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vernaison, France
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DIGITALISIM, a Content Marketing company, was founded in 2017. The company specializes in Content Marketing and CRM consulting and SI, and is small.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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CRM consulting and SI company AZforce was founded in 2018. The small team focuses on CRM consulting and SI and Web Development.
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Outturn Digital Marketing Agency, a Digital Strategy company, specialize in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2020.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Burns, TN
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Strategy Mesh is a Content Marketing company. They focus on Content Marketing and Direct Marketing and are in Burns, Tennessee.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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SEO services firm SM Global Digital was launched in 2016. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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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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$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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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37.3/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 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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35.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 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+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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33.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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33.1/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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36.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Windham, NH
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32.1/40.017/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 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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31.4/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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31/40.018/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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37.3/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49McLean, VA
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32.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Colbert, WA
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Email Marketing40% 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.