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Clerk vs SendGrid

Clerk (Auth) and SendGrid (Email) take different approaches to development. Clerk: Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js SendGrid: Twilio email platform with transactional and marketing APIs at scale

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Clerk

Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js

Category
Auth
Subcategory
Auth Provider
Pricing
Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo
Tier
free
authauth provider
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SendGrid

Twilio email platform with transactional and marketing APIs at scale

Category
Email
Subcategory
Transactional Email
Pricing
Free (100/day) / Pro $19.95/mo
Tier
free
emailtransactional email

Key differences

DimensionClerkSendGrid
PricingFree (10K MAU) / Pro $25/moFree (100/day) / Pro $19.95/mo
PlatformAuth ProviderTransactional Email
Capabilitiesauth, auth provideremail, transactional email

Choose Clerk if...

  • Clerk fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose SendGrid if...

  • SendGrid fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Clerk or SendGrid better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Clerk and SendGrid are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Clerk or SendGrid?
Both have a free pricing model. Clerk: Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo. SendGrid: Free (100/day) / Pro $19.95/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Clerk and SendGrid together?
Yes — Clerk (Auth) and SendGrid (Email) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

Clerk and SendGrid solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a auth or a email.

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