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Initial research revealed that many companies employed similar pricing models to MailChimp, specifically charging based on tiers of contacts. This renewed anxiety as the author skimmed through the offerings to find a platform without the same pitfalls that had plagued their experience with MailChimp.
Setting Criteria for Selection
1. No Charging for Unsubscribers:
The first elimination criterion pertained to companies that counted unsubscribers as contacts. This led to the exclusion of tools like MailMoto, Drip, and AWeber.
2. Avoiding Hidden Overage Charges: