Which is cheaper, AWS SES or SMTP2GO?

Pricing varies by tier and usage. Check both tools for current rates.

Does AWS SES have a free tier?

Yes, AWS SES offers a free tier with messageChargesPerMonth: 3000, durationMonths: 12.

AWS SES has moderate switching cost. SMTP2GO has drop-in switching cost. SMTP2GO is easier to switch away from.

AWS SES

Amazon Simple Email Service for high-volume transactional and marketing email

Switching Cost: moderate

SMTP2GO

SMTP relay service with email delivery, reporting, and dedicated IP options

Switching Cost: drop-in

Their pricing models diverge: AWS SES uses usage-based, while SMTP2GO operates on a flat-rate basis.

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Pricing Model

Different

Tools charge using different pricing philosophies

Switching Costs

SMTP2GO

Lower switching costs for easier migration