🎯5 Popular Tools I Stopped Using (And What I Use Instead in 2025)
Not every tool stands the test of time. In 2025, I’ve streamlined my tech stack — dropping apps that were either overpriced, bloated, or just... meh.
Here are 5 popular tools I stopped using — and the better, leaner, sometimes even free alternatives I use instead.
1. 🧠
Jasper → Writesonic
I used Jasper for AI writing, but the UI got clunky and the pricing didn’t make sense anymore.
- 💰 Jasper: $49/month base
- 🚀 Switched to Writesonic – cleaner UI, better blog templates, free plan available
2. 📩
Mailchimp → ConvertKit
Mailchimp felt more like a dinosaur than a creator tool. Templates were rigid, pricing confusing.
- 📧 ConvertKit lets me grow faster and automate easier
- ✅ Way better for creators & simple products
3. 🖼
Photoshop → Canva
I love Photoshop, but it’s overkill for 90% of my design needs.
- 🎯 Canva is faster for social media, banners, eBooks
- 🔥 Bonus: Their new Magic AI tools are 🔥
4. 🧮
Trello → Notion
I used Trello for task planning, but managing content, notes, databases — it just didn’t scale.
- 🧠 Notion = tasks + docs + databases in one
- 💸 Free for solo users
5. 🛒
Shopify → Systeme.io
Shopify is powerful, but expensive with too many add-ons. I wanted simpler funnels and checkout flows.
- 🛠 Systeme.io does email + sales pages + checkout in one
- ✅ No monthly fee for starters
⚡ Final Thought
I don’t hate these old tools — but tech has evolved. And in 2025, simplicity wins.
Use fewer tools. Pick the right ones. Save time and grow faster.