Alternatives · SMS & Chat
Avochato alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Avochato alternative for most people is SimpleTexting (2.4 GPA), first in our ranking of SMS and chat marketing tools. The best free one is Sendblue (1.6 GPA).
Avochato compared with 6 alternatives: TextUs, Heymarket, SimpleTexting, Sakari, EZ Texting and 1 more.
Avochato is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $0 platform fee, 8¢ per message segment, billed from a prepaid balance. 1 of the 6 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| AvochatoThis tool | Free trial · from $0 | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| TextUs | From $299/mo | No | Web |
| Heymarket | Free trial · from $49/mo | Trial only | Web |
| SimpleTexting | Free trial · from $23.20/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Sakari | Free trial · from $25/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| EZ Texting | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Sendblue | Free plan · from $100/mo | Yes | Web |
How each one differs from Avochato
TextUs
Business texting for recruiting, sales and customer teams
- TextUs starts at $299 per month, 12-month term.
- TextUs lists no iOS and Android apps and browser extension, which Avochato has.
- TextUs also covers marketing automation and whatsApp messaging.
- TextUs does not cover workflow automation, AI agents and live chat, which Avochato does.
Suits: Staffing and recruiting teams texting candidates and employees
Heymarket
Shared inbox for business texting and email
- Heymarket starts at $49 per user / month, billed annually.
- Heymarket lists no iOS and Android apps and browser extension, which Avochato has.
- Heymarket also covers marketing automation.
- Heymarket does not cover workflow automation and live chat, which Avochato does.
Suits: Support, sales and recruiting teams that talk to customers by text
SimpleTexting
SMS marketing and two-way texting priced by monthly message credits
- SimpleTexting starts at $23.20 per month for 500 credits, billed annually ($29 billed monthly).
- SimpleTexting lists no browser extension, which Avochato has.
- SimpleTexting also covers marketing automation and forms.
- SimpleTexting does not cover shared inbox, workflow automation, AI agents and live chat, which Avochato does.
Suits: Small US businesses sending promotions and reminders by text
Sakari
SMS marketing and two-way texting with a dedicated number
- Sakari starts at $25 per month.
- Sakari lists no browser extension, which Avochato has.
- Sakari also covers marketing automation.
- Sakari does not cover workflow automation, AI agents and live chat, which Avochato does.
Suits: Small and mid-size teams sending promotional and reminder texts
EZ Texting
SMS, MMS and RCS marketing for US and Canadian businesses
- EZ Texting starts at $20 per month for 500 credits, billed annually ($25 billed monthly).
- EZ Texting lists no browser extension, which Avochato has.
- EZ Texting also covers marketing automation and qR codes.
- EZ Texting does not cover shared inbox, workflow automation, AI agents and live chat, which Avochato does.
Suits: Small businesses in the US and Canada starting with text marketing
Sendblue
iMessage, SMS and RCS messaging API sold per phone line
- Sendblue starts at $100 per month per dedicated line.
- Sendblue has a free plan, which Avochato lacks.
- Sendblue lists no iOS and Android apps and browser extension, which Avochato has.
- Sendblue does not cover shared inbox and live chat, which Avochato does.
Suits: Developers building AI agents that talk to people over iMessage
Limits worth knowing in Avochato
- Messages, calls, carrier fees and phone number registration are billed from a prepaid balance on top of the plan.
- Salesforce embedding, data syncing and automation are separate purchases.
- Avo AI is optional and requires adding balance.
- Rates shown are for US and Canada numbers; international rates are listed separately.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Avochato?
The alternatives to Avochato in this directory are TextUs, Heymarket, SimpleTexting, Sakari, EZ Texting and Sendblue. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Avochato.
Is there a free alternative to Avochato?
Yes. Sendblue has a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.