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AWS SES vs Mailgun

AWS SES and Mailgun are both email tools. AWS SES: Cheapest high-volume email sending at $0.10 per thousand with AWS integration Mailgun: Developer-first email API with routing validation and comprehensive SDKs

AWS SES logo

AWS SES

Cheapest high-volume email sending at $0.10 per thousand with AWS integration

Category
Email
Subcategory
Transactional Email
Pricing
Free (3K/mo) / $0.10/1K emails
Tier
free
emailtransactional email
Mailgun logo

Mailgun

Developer-first email API with routing validation and comprehensive SDKs

Category
Email
Subcategory
Transactional Email
Pricing
Free (100/day) / $15/mo
Tier
free
emailtransactional email

Key differences

DimensionAWS SESMailgun
PricingFree (3K/mo) / $0.10/1K emailsFree (100/day) / $15/mo

Choose AWS SES if...

  • AWS SES fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Mailgun if...

  • Mailgun fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is AWS SES or Mailgun better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. AWS SES and Mailgun are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, AWS SES or Mailgun?
Both have a free pricing model. AWS SES: Free (3K/mo) / $0.10/1K emails. Mailgun: Free (100/day) / $15/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use AWS SES and Mailgun together?
AWS SES and Mailgun serve similar roles, so most teams pick one. However, some developers prototype in one and build production code in the other.

Verdict

Both AWS SES and Mailgun are strong email options. Your choice depends on pricing preferences, platform requirements, and workflow fit.

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