Who this comparison is for
CanvasX (Canvas Express) highlights
- Prompt → layout generator + tone-aware copywriter
- Reusable modules & conditional content via Email Hub
MailerLite (Drag-and-Drop Editor) highlights
- Simple, friendly editor with basic AI ideas
Capability matrix
| Capability | CanvasX (Canvas Express) | MailerLite (Drag-and-Drop Editor) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI: copy (tone/length) & rewrite | Full | Partial | — |
| AI: generate full layout from prompt | Full | Partial | — |
| Module library + library sharing | Full | Partial | Depth of reuse differs |
| Brand kit & locked regions | Full | None | — |
| Dark mode preview & guidance | Full | Partial | — |
| Publish tracked landing pages (public URLs) | Native | Partial | Tracking only for pages; no email opens/clicks |
| Personalization/conditions (Velaxe fields) | Native | Partial | — |
| Blocks fed by product/events data sources | Native | Via Zapier | Velaxe Product Catalogue & Events apps |
- We compare editor depth and governance rather than ESP sending features.
Total cost of ownership
AI-assisted layouts + reusable modules + brand locks decrease production time and review cycles, lowering effective cost per campaign/page.
Assumptions
- Weekly newsletter cadence + ad-hoc landing pages
Migration plan
From MailerLite Editor · Import HTML → Build module library → Enforce brand kit
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1
Import key templates; normalize typography & spacing
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2
Extract common sections to modules for reuse
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3
Enable approvals; publish to Email Hub & public URLs
Security
- Role-based permissions; audit trails for edits/exports
Evidence & sources
| Claim | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| AI + modules | Prompt-to-layout + reusable sections | product_docs |
About CanvasX (Canvas Express)
CanvasX lets teams design pixel-perfect newsletters and simple landing pages without code. Choose from a rich template library and block set, save reusable modules, and toggle inline vs external CSS. Import existing HTML or from a URL, auto-inline styles, and fix Outlook quirks automatically. Use AI prompts to generate full layouts, refine sections, and write on-brand copy—powered by Velaxe AI Hub. Preview on mobile/desktop, simulate dark mode, and connect third-party render previews. Publish to a Velaxe public URL or send to Email Hub with preserved personalization and compliance blocks. Enterprise controls include brand kits, template locking, commenting, version history, RBAC, and audit trails. CanvasX also connects to Velaxe ProductCatalog and Events apps for data-driven content.