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Klaviyo vs LiveIntent

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

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Klaviyo

Email + SMS for ecommerce.

Free
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LiveIntent

People-based email marketing and identity platform for brands and publishers

Custom pricing
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At a glance

 KlaviyoLiveIntent
TaglineEmail + SMS for ecommerce.People-based email marketing and identity platform for brands and publishers
Pricing modelFreemiumEnterprise
Starts atFreeCustom
Founded2012—
AI-native
CategoriesEmail MarketingProgrammatic & Ad Tech, Email Marketing, Customer Data Platforms
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Quick take

Pick Klaviyo if you need email + sms for ecommerce. Pick LiveIntent if you need people-based email marketing and identity platform for brands and publishers.

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Frequently asked

Is Klaviyo better than LiveIntent?
It depends on your use case. Klaviyo is email + sms for ecommerce, while LiveIntent is people-based email marketing and identity platform for brands and publishers. See the comparison above for which fits your team.
What's the price difference between Klaviyo and LiveIntent?
Klaviyo is free. LiveIntent uses custom pricing.
Can I migrate from Klaviyo to LiveIntent?
Most tools in this category support data import via CSV. For complex migrations, both vendors offer onboarding assistance on higher-tier plans.