Alternatives · SMS & Chat
Botsify alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Botsify 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).
Botsify compared with 9 alternatives: BotPenguin, Chatfuel, Manychat, Landbot, Chatrace and 4 more.
Botsify is a paid product, starting at $149 per month, billed monthly ($1,490 billed annually). 5 of the 9 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BotsifyThis tool | From $149/mo | No | Web |
| BotPenguin | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Chatfuel | Free trial · from $18/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Manychat | Free plan · from $169/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Landbot | Free plan · from $36/mo | Yes | Web |
| Chatrace | Free trial · from $39/mo | Trial only | Web |
| BotStar | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web |
| ChatGen | Free trial · from $79/mo | Trial only | Web |
| ChatPion | From $89 one-time | No | Web |
| Flow XO | Free plan · from $25/mo | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
Botsify starts at $149 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 8 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Chatfuel.
BotPenguin, Manychat, Landbot, Chatrace, BotStar, ChatGen and 1 more 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 Botsify
BotPenguin
No-code chatbot builder for WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger and web
- BotPenguin starts at $29 per month for 3,000 bot messages.
- BotPenguin has a free plan, which Botsify lacks.
- BotPenguin also lists iOS and Android apps.
- BotPenguin also covers shared inbox and live chat.
- BotPenguin does not cover AI agents, which Botsify does.
Suits: Small businesses that want a free no-code bot to start with
Chatfuel
AI chatbots for WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook with a usage wallet
- Chatfuel starts at $18 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Chatfuel also covers marketing automation and live chat.
- Chatfuel does not cover AI agents and no-code, which Botsify 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 has a free plan, which Botsify lacks.
- Manychat also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Manychat also covers marketing automation and live chat.
- Manychat does not cover AI agents, no-code and AI support agent, which Botsify does.
Suits: Creators who send links or freebies when followers comment a keyword
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 has a free plan, which Botsify lacks.
- Landbot also covers live chat.
- Landbot does not cover AI agents, which Botsify 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 also covers shared inbox, marketing automation and sMS marketing.
- Chatrace does not cover AI agents, which Botsify does.
Suits: Small businesses that sell through Facebook and Instagram messages
BotStar
Visual chatbot builder with live chat and a Facebook chat plugin
- BotStar starts at $29 per month for 1 active bot and 1,000 sessions.
- BotStar has a free plan, which Botsify lacks.
- BotStar also covers marketing automation and live chat.
- BotStar does not cover AI agents, AI support agent and whatsApp messaging, which Botsify does.
Suits: Small sites testing a chatbot on a free plan
ChatGen
Hybrid chatbot and live chat platform for lead capture and support
- ChatGen starts at $79 per month for 1K conversations and 5 agent seats.
- ChatGen also covers marketing automation, reports and live chat.
- ChatGen does not cover AI agents, no-code and AI support agent, which Botsify does.
Suits: Small sales and support teams adding a lead-capture bot to a site
ChatPion
Messenger chatbot and social posting script sold as a one-time license
- ChatPion starts at $89 one-time (Regular License).
- ChatPion can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- ChatPion also covers email campaigns, sMS marketing and online store.
- ChatPion does not cover AI agents, no-code, AI support agent and whatsApp messaging, which Botsify does.
Suits: Agencies that want to resell a Messenger bot tool under their own brand
Flow XO
No-code chatbot and workflow builder for web chat and messaging apps
- Flow XO starts at $25 per month for 5,000 interactions.
- Flow XO has a free plan, which Botsify lacks.
- Flow XO also covers workflow automation and live chat.
- Flow XO does not cover AI agents and AI support agent, which Botsify does.
Suits: Small teams building a lead-capture bot without writing code
Limits worth knowing in Botsify
- The agency (whitelabel) plan has no published price; the page directs buyers to book a demo.
- The only plan with a published price is Done For You Agent, and it includes build work by the vendor's team rather than a self-serve builder alone.
- Each plan includes 30,000 message credits a month and 60 voice minutes; the page does not say what overage costs.
- Chat history is kept for 3 months on the listed plans.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Botsify?
The alternatives to Botsify in this directory are BotPenguin, Chatfuel, Manychat, Landbot, Chatrace, BotStar, ChatGen, ChatPion and Flow XO. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Botsify.
Is there a free alternative to Botsify?
Yes. BotPenguin, Manychat, Landbot, BotStar and Flow XO have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Botsify alternatives work on Android?
The Botsify listing does not include an Android app. BotPenguin and Manychat list one.
Which Botsify alternatives work on iOS?
The Botsify listing does not include an iOS app. BotPenguin and Manychat 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.