Alternatives · SMS & Chat
Botmother alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Botmother alternative for most people is Chatfuel (2.6 GPA), second in our ranking of SMS and chat marketing tools. The best free one is Manychat (2.4 GPA).
Botmother compared with 5 alternatives: Chatfuel, Manychat, BotPenguin, Landbot and Chatrace.
Botmother has a free plan. Paid plans start at $49 per month, billed monthly ($490 a year if billed yearly). 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BotmotherThis tool | Free plan · from $49/mo | Yes | Web |
| Chatfuel | Free trial · from $18/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Manychat | Free plan · from $169/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| BotPenguin | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Landbot | Free plan · from $36/mo | Yes | Web |
| Chatrace | Free trial · from $39/mo | Trial only | Web |
Price against what you get
Botmother starts at $49 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 5 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Chatfuel.
Manychat, BotPenguin, Landbot and Chatrace start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Botmother
Chatfuel
AI chatbots for WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook with a usage wallet
- Chatfuel starts at $18 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Chatfuel has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Botmother.
- Chatfuel also covers AI support agent.
- Chatfuel does not cover no-code, which Botmother does.
Suits: Small businesses answering Instagram and WhatsApp messages around the clock
Manychat
Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger DM automation for creators and shops
- Manychat starts at $169 per year as an App Store purchase ($17 billed monthly).
- Manychat also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Manychat does not cover no-code, which Botmother does.
Suits: Creators who send links or freebies when followers comment a keyword
BotPenguin
No-code chatbot builder for WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger and web
- BotPenguin starts at $29 per month for 3,000 bot messages.
- BotPenguin also lists iOS and Android apps.
- BotPenguin also covers shared inbox and AI support agent.
- BotPenguin does not cover marketing automation, which Botmother does.
Suits: Small businesses that want a free no-code bot to start with
Landbot
No-code chatbot and AI agent builder for websites and WhatsApp
- Landbot starts at $36 per month for up to 500 chats, billed annually ($45 monthly).
- Landbot also covers AI support agent.
- Landbot does not cover marketing automation, which Botmother does.
Suits: Marketing teams turning website forms into chat-style lead capture
Chatrace
AI chatbot and inbox for Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp
- Chatrace starts at $39 per month for up to 3,000 contacts.
- Chatrace has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Botmother.
- Chatrace also covers shared inbox, AI support agent and sMS marketing.
- Chatrace does not cover live chat, which Botmother does.
Suits: Small businesses that sell through Facebook and Instagram messages
Limits worth knowing in Botmother
- The free Test plan only works for 5 testers; a bot must be on a paid plan to answer everyone.
- Plans are priced per live bot, so each extra bot beyond the plan's count needs a higher plan.
- Refunds are offered within 7 days of the first payment and only for card payments.
- WhatsApp message fees from Meta are not mentioned on the pricing page.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Botmother?
The alternatives to Botmother in this directory are Chatfuel, Manychat, BotPenguin, Landbot and Chatrace. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Botmother.
Is there a free alternative to Botmother?
Yes. Manychat, BotPenguin and Landbot have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Botmother alternatives work on Android?
The Botmother listing does not include an Android app. Manychat and BotPenguin list one.
Which Botmother alternatives work on iOS?
The Botmother listing does not include an iOS app. Manychat and BotPenguin list one.
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.