Overview
Loops and Bento are both modern email platforms built for SaaS. They launched around the same time and target similar audiences. The key difference is their approach to pricing and user tracking. See our Loops comparison and Bento comparison pages for detailed analysis.
The Pricing Difference
Loops charges per contact in standard tiers. Bento charges a flat $0.01 per tracked user with unlimited sends. This means at 10,000 users, both cost about $100/month. But the scaling is different - Bento scales linearly while Loops has tier jumps. For calculating your exact costs, consider both models.
User Tracking Approach
Bento emphasizes automatic behavioral tracking. Install their JavaScript snippet and it tracks page views, clicks, and events automatically. Loops relies more on you sending events via API. If you want automatic tracking for behavioral automation without extra code, Bento has an edge. If you prefer explicit control, Loops works well.
AI Features & Email Builder
Bento has an AI-powered email builder that can help create emails automatically. Loops doesn't have AI features currently. If AI assistance in email creation matters to you, Bento has the advantage. For a platform with both AI sequences and Stripe integration, consider Sequenzy.
Making the Choice
Both are solid modern platforms. Choose Loops for maximum simplicity and segmentation. Choose Bento for behavioral tracking, AI features, and linear per-user pricing. For SaaS with payment integration, Sequenzy offers both features in one platform.
The Sequenzy Alternative
If you need both email campaigns and native Stripe integration, Sequenzy combines smart segmentation, AI sequences, and built-in analytics at predictable contact-based pricing.