--- description: Learn more about Direct Mail price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in South Africa. Read reviews from verified users and discover similar tools. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Direct Mail Price, Reviews & Features - Capterra South Africa 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Email Marketing Software](/directory/30013/email-marketing/software) > [Direct Mail](/software/128355/direct-mail) # Direct Mail Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.za/software/128355/direct-mail Page: 1 / 8\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/128355/direct-mail?page=2) > macOS app that features a fun and easy-to-use email template editor, list management tools, and insightful campaign analytics reports. > > Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 162 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Direct Mail? Individuals and small- to medium-sized businesses and organizations looking to expand their reach via easy-to-use email marketing. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 162 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: e3 Software - **Location**: Mountain View, US - **Founded**: 2002 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$15,00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Unlimited plan: from $15/month, based on number of subscribers. Pay Per Email plan: from $30, based on the number of email credits required. SMTP plan: $299/year. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish - **Available Countries**: Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, New Zealand, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - Autoresponders - CAN-SPAM Compliance - Campaign Analytics - Campaign Scheduling - Contact Management - Customer Segmentation - Customizable Fields - Email Tracking - Event Triggered Actions - Landing Pages/Web Forms - Mobile Optimization - Reporting/Analytics - Signature Management - Subscriber Management - Third-Party Integrations - WYSIWYG Editor ## Integrations (5 total) - Daylite for Mac - Google Docs - Microsoft Excel - Microsoft Outlook - Zapier ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Knowledge Base - Chat ## Category - [Email Marketing Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30013/email-marketing/software) ## Related Categories - [Email Marketing Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30013/email-marketing/software) - [Email Management Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30553/email-management/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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But that seems to be the case with any email marketing system. - Limited templates, though nearly unlimited customization. > > I've just gotten started with email marketing in general and with Direct Mail, specifically. I'm blown away. I've been able to create drip email campaigns and a monthly email newsletter with no problem. And it's great being able to see who's opening and clicking links. If you're starting out with a small mailing list, like me, there's a free plan and a 'pay-per-email' plan, which can save money over paying monthly to some web-based systems, regardless of how large your list is. And it's nice having a native Mac app that's intuitive and I can use anywhere, even without an internet connection. Overall, just a great app. ----- ### "Semi-experienced user writes..." — 4.0/5 > **Michael** | *03 July 2025* | Entertainment | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Comprehensive coverage of all our needs, with easy layout. Excellent customer services, on the few occasions I've needed them. > > **Cons**: It's a bit pricey. Tricky for smaller operators like ourselves, so do look out for better offers elsewhere. Would appreciate more lower-end pricing options which don't disadvantage smaller businesses. > > Comfortable, but tough on our budget (see above). Its very straightforward to use once you get the hang of it ----- ### "My overall impression is very positive" — 5.0/5 > **Franco** | *22 May 2025* | Nonprofit Organization Management | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: easy, elegant and reliable. Support is efficient and updates come regularly. This makes DirectMail an excellent service for mass mailing > > **Cons**: expensive compared to other services using Amazon SES that cost a fraction. It remains very competitive with MailChimp > > I have a very positive impression of Directmail. It is efficient, has an elegant editing interface and clear reporting, Scheduling is a good thing as well ----- ### "Directmail for Marketing Books" — 5.0/5 > **Doug** | *23 August 2024* | Publishing | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Fairly easy to compose messages. Adding attachments and pictures is fairly straight-forward (once you have the hang of it. Help people proved very helpful a few years back when I was trying to install my smtp Account. > > **Cons**: Organizing addresses can be cumbersome, copying from a previous list to a new one. I've never figured out how to produce smart lists, but I don't think that's Directmail's fault\! > > Positive. Allows me to do broadcasts to wide audience and get seen idea of how it is race red at recipients end. Only about 66% of my recipients actually do open the mail and I suspect that's because they're the message on cheri smartphones and delete without fully opening the email. ----- ### "Support is EXCELLENT" — 5.0/5 > **John** | *24 October 2025* | Wireless | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I love the support I get from \[sensitive content hidden\] , everytime I need help. He knows his stuff. > > **Cons**: Creating new templates with my own design. I don't use Canva. > > Outstanding Creating new templates with my own design. 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