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Customer.io vs RD Station

Two leading email marketing / automation tools, compared on pricing, features, and editorial fit. Updated for 2026.

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Customer.io

Messaging that actually fits your data.

From $100/mo
Visit Customer.io
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RD Station

Marketing automation, CRM and customer service software for Brazilian businesses

From $16/mo
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At a glance

 Customer.ioRD Station
TaglineMessaging that actually fits your data.Marketing automation, CRM and customer service software for Brazilian businesses
Pricing modelPaidPaid
Starts at$100/mo$16/mo
Founded2012—
AI-native
CategoriesEmail Marketing, AutomationEmail Marketing, CRM, Automation
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Quick take

Pick Customer.io if you need messaging that actually fits your data. Pick RD Station if you need marketing automation, crm and customer service software for brazilian businesses.

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Frequently asked

Is Customer.io better than RD Station?
It depends on your use case. Customer.io is messaging that actually fits your data, while RD Station is marketing automation, crm and customer service software for brazilian businesses. See the comparison above for which fits your team.
What's the price difference between Customer.io and RD Station?
Customer.io starts at $100/mo. RD Station starts at $16/mo.
Can I migrate from Customer.io to RD Station?
Most tools in this category support data import via CSV. For complex migrations, both vendors offer onboarding assistance on higher-tier plans.