Mailchimp
8.3#1 in email marketing softwareFrom $13 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitMailchimp vs Oracle Responsys
Oracle Responsys
6.9#95 in email marketing toolsFrom $2 a yearWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Mailchimp | Oracle Responsys |
|---|---|---|
| API | Mailchimp exposes open Marketing and Transactional APIs authenticated with OAuth or API keys. | Oracle provides REST, SOAP, asynchronous, and event notification API documentation for Responsys; asynchronous APIs are under controlled availability. |
| Email automation | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 2001 | 1977 |
| Headquarters | Atlanta, USA | Austin, Texas, USA |
| Security | Mailchimp says its SOC 2 reports cover security, availability and processing integrity, and it maintains ISO 27001 certification and a VPAT. | Responsys documents encryption at rest using Oracle Transparent Data Encryption, HTTPS REST APIs, role-based access controls, and optional IP address allowlisting. |
Mailchimp plans
- FreeFree
- Essentials$13 a month
- Standard$20 a month
- Premium$350 a month
Oracle Responsys plans
- Marketing Automation Responsys Enterprise Cloud Service$2 a year
Pick Mailchimp if…
Mailchimp suits people who need email campaigns alongside automation, segmentation, landing pages, or A/B testing. Its free plan may fit smaller contact lists and modest monthly sending needs.
Pick Oracle Responsys if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.