We used to wait 3-5 days for dev to update our email templates. Now my team builds campaigns in an afternoon. Same custom designs, zero technical dependency.
Migrate Your Email Design System. Without Starting Over.
Looking for a Taxi for Email alternative? We convert your templates so your Email Design System transfers intact. Same CMS approach, same workflow, from a dedicated team that's here to stay.
Taxi for Email pioneered the Email Design System approach, and many teams have built great workflows on the platform. If you're exploring alternatives, Modular Mail offers the same CMS philosophy with hands-on migration support to make the transition seamless.
How Migration Works
From Taxi to Modular Mail in 3 Steps
We handle the technical work. Your team keeps the workflow they know.
1
Discovery Call + Template Review
30-minute call to understand your Email Design System. Share your Taxi exports or grant us temporary access. We map every module, content field, and design token to plan the conversion.
2
We Convert Everything
Our team translates your templates into Modular Mail. Your modules, content fields, and design tokens transfer intact. We test across email clients and share a preview for your approval.
3
Day 1: Your Team Is Live
Your team logs in and sees their familiar modules. They build campaigns the same way: select modules, fill in fields, preview, export. The interface is cleaner, but the workflow is identical.
Why Teams Switch
Common Reasons Teams Explore Alternatives
Every team has different needs. Here's what typically drives the decision to evaluate other options.
Looking for a Dedicated Solution
Some teams prefer working with a company where email template management is the core focus, not one feature among many. A dedicated product often means faster iteration and more responsive support.
Budget Considerations
Enterprise pricing works well for large organisations, but mid-market teams and agencies sometimes need the same Email Design System approach at a different price point.
Migration Support Needed
Moving from any platform can feel daunting when you've invested in building templates. Teams often look for providers who offer hands-on migration assistance to make the transition smooth.
The Product
A Dedicated Team Building One Product Well
Modular Mail exists to solve one problem: making email template management work for marketing teams. No acquisitions, no pivots, no risk of becoming a neglected feature inside a larger platform.
- Your templates migrate intact We convert your Taxi modules, content fields, and design tokens
- Same CMS workflow Select modules, fill in fields, preview, export. Minimal learning curve.
- Portable HTML exports Clean output that works with any ESP: Mailchimp, Klaviyo, Salesforce, anywhere
- Accessible pricing The CMS approach shouldn't require an enterprise budget
Comparison
How We Compare
Both platforms follow the Email Design System philosophy. Here's how they differ.
| Feature | Taxi for Email | Modular Mail |
|---|---|---|
| Email Design System approach | Yes, structure locked, content editable | Yes, same CMS philosophy |
| Company focus | Part of Bird's messaging platform | Dedicated email CMS company |
| Migration assistance | N/A | Hands-on template conversion |
| HTML export | Yes | Yes, portable to any ESP |
| Pricing | Enterprise | Flexible, transparent pricing |
Who This Is For
Teams We Work With
Modular Mail works well for teams who value the Email Design System approach and want dedicated support.
Agencies Managing Client Accounts
You build Email Design Systems for clients and need a platform with transparent pricing you can confidently recommend, plus a team you can partner with long-term.
A digital agency managing email templates for multiple clients wants accessible pricing tiers and dedicated support for their growing portfolio.
Mid-Market Marketing Teams
You love the Email Design System approach and want the same workflow at a price point that fits your team's budget and email volume.
A growing SaaS company wants professional email template management without enterprise-level pricing, while keeping the CMS workflow their team knows.
Teams Planning Ahead
You prefer to evaluate options proactively rather than reactively. Having a migration plan gives you flexibility to move on your own timeline if needed.
A marketing team wants to understand their options and have a backup plan ready, even if they're not in a rush to switch immediately.
FAQ
Migration Questions
Can you migrate my existing Taxi templates?
Yes. We convert your Taxi templates so your Email Design System transfers intact: modules, content fields, design tokens, all of it. Your team keeps the same workflow they know. Most migrations complete within a few days depending on complexity.
What does Day 1 look like after migration?
Your team logs in, sees their familiar modules and content fields, and builds campaigns the same way they did in Taxi. The core workflow (select modules, fill in fields, preview, export) stays the same. The interface is cleaner, but the CMS approach is identical.
Is Taxi for Email shutting down?
We're not aware of any official announcement. Taxi is now part of Bird and has been rebranded to 'Email Design Studio.' If you're exploring alternatives for any reason, we're happy to discuss what migration would look like for your team.
Will I be locked into another platform?
Your campaign exports are clean, production-ready HTML that works with any ESP. No platform-specific code embedded in your output. The template definitions live in Modular Mail, but every campaign you export is portable and yours to use anywhere.
How does Modular Mail compare to Taxi for Email?
Both follow the Email Design System approach: structure locked, content editable. The key differences: Modular Mail is built by a dedicated team focused solely on email template management (not a feature inside a larger platform), offers a cleaner interface, exports portable HTML, and has accessible pricing for teams of all sizes.
How long does migration take?
It depends on your Email Design System complexity. Simple migrations can complete in a day; larger systems with many modules may take a few days. We scope everything upfront during our initial conversation so you know exactly what to expect.
Do I lose any features by switching?
Modular Mail provides the core Email Design System functionality: modular templates, content field editing, protected structure, and ESP-agnostic export. If you rely on specific Taxi features like direct ESP connectors, let us know. We can discuss your workflow and confirm compatibility.
What about pricing?
Modular Mail offers transparent pricing accessible to mid-market teams and agencies, not just enterprises. Visit our pricing page for current plans. The savings compared to Taxi's enterprise contracts are significant, but more importantly, you get a dedicated product with a team focused on your success.
Can I export to my existing ESP?
Yes. Modular Mail is ESP-agnostic. Export clean HTML to Mailchimp, Klaviyo, HubSpot, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Pardot, Campaign Monitor, or any platform that accepts custom HTML. No integrations required, no vendor lock-in.
How is Modular Mail different from Stripo or Beefree?
Stripo and Beefree are email builders that give users full creative freedom to construct emails from scratch. Modular Mail is a CMS. Templates define the structure, users fill in content fields. If you are coming from Taxi, you already know the CMS approach. Choose a builder for creative freedom. Choose a CMS for consistent, on-brand campaigns from established templates.
What if I need help with the migration?
Our team handles the conversion. Share your Taxi templates or export files, and we translate the syntax and structure into Modular Mail. You don't need a developer on your end. We manage the technical work so your team can focus on campaigns.
Not Sure If Migration Is Right For You?
Let's find out together. 30-minute call, no commitment. We'll tell you honestly if it makes sense.
We handle the technical work. Your team keeps the workflow they know.