Overview
Moosend and Loops target different markets. Moosend is a budget email platform for general businesses. Loops is a modern platform designed specifically for SaaS companies.
The 3x price difference ($32 vs ~$99) reflects different target audiences and platform philosophies.
Different Markets
Moosend targets:
- Small to medium businesses
- Budget-conscious marketers
- General email marketing needs
Loops targets:
- SaaS companies and startups
- Developer-focused teams
- Modern product companies
The platforms are built for different customers.
Developer Experience
Loops has invested heavily in developer experience:
- Modern, well-documented API
- Clean SDK implementations
- Developer-focused documentation
- Event-based architecture
Moosend has a functional API but is not developer-focused. For engineering teams integrating email into their products, Loops is more pleasant to work with.
Design and Aesthetic
Loops has a modern, minimal design that resonates with tech companies. The platform feels contemporary.
Moosend is functional but dated. It works, but does not feel like modern software.
For design-conscious SaaS teams, Loops aligns better with brand expectations.
Pricing Reality
Moosend costs $32/month for 10,000 subscribers. Loops costs around $99/month.
That is $800/year difference. Significant for bootstrapped startups. But if Loops' developer experience and design save engineering time, the ROI may justify the premium.
Transactional Email
Loops has native transactional email designed for SaaS applications. Password resets, welcome emails, and notifications are first-class features.
Moosend has transactional email but it is not the focus. For SaaS companies needing strong transactional capabilities, Loops is more capable.
The Decision
Choose Moosend when: Budget is the priority, you are not a SaaS company, or design and developer experience are secondary concerns.
Choose Loops when: You run a SaaS company, value modern design and developer experience, and are willing to pay the premium for a platform built for your market.
Sequenzy as an Alternative
Both Loops and Sequenzy target SaaS. Sequenzy costs $49/month for 10k subscribers, about half of Loops.
Sequenzy has deeper Stripe integration with automatic trial expiry, plan upgrade, and churn prevention automation. It also includes AI email generation.
For SaaS companies building on Stripe who want billing-aware automation, Sequenzy offers strong value.