WaSMS vs Respond.io
Enterprise power at a price that works for growing businesses.
| Feature | WaSMS | Respond.io |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan available | ||
| Free WhatsApp connection (no API) | ||
| WhatsApp API (own — Cloud-API-equivalent) | ||
| SMS campaigns | ||
| Email campaigns | ||
| AI auto-reply (RAG) | ||
| Multi-provider AI | ||
| Built-in CRM | ||
| Unified inbox | ||
| Android SMS gateway (no API fees) | ||
| Shopify / WooCommerce | ||
| Starting price | $0/mo | $79/mo |
Why WaSMS beats Respond.io for most businesses
Accessible pricing for SMBs
Respond.io starts at $79/month and targets enterprise. WaSMS starts free with affordable tiers for every business size.
Android SMS gateway = zero SMS fees
WaSMS lets you send SMS via an Android device, avoiding third-party SMS API costs. Respond.io requires paid SMS APIs.
Free WhatsApp connection
WaSMS works without a WhatsApp Business API account using a free QR-based connection. Respond.io requires paid API access from day one.
Faster onboarding
WaSMS takes 5 minutes to set up. Respond.io requires enterprise contract discussions and longer implementation cycles.
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