Searching for an affordable email tool to replace HubSpot - any tips?

Hello everyone! As a startup, we are planning to leave HubSpot to save on costs. Right now, our only active user is our CEO, but I’ve already managed to transfer most tasks to other tools. My expertise isn’t in sales or marketing, so I find it tricky to find an equivalent replacement for HubSpot specifically for email services.

I’ve heard of some platforms suitable for email and marketing efforts, but I’m unsure which ones would be a suitable substitute for HubSpot without compromising on essential features at a reasonable price.

I’m open to any suggestions or insights. Thank you!

mailchimp works v well for us after switching from hubspot. it’s simpler for basic campaigns and the free version is ideal for startups like yours, supporting up to 2k contacts. def recommend it instead of those confusing tools!