Paid newsletters focus vs creator growth focus.
| Substack | Beehiiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Paid subs | Core feature | Supported |
| Growth tools | Limited | Strong |
| Discovery | Substack network | SEO + referral tools |
| Revenue share | 10% | None on paid plans |
Paid subscriptions, Substack's built-in discovery.
Growth tools, sponsorship revenue, SEO focus.
Substack for paid newsletters in established niches. Beehiiv for newer newsletters focused on scale.