Alternatives · SMS & Chat
Chatrace alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Chatrace 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).
Chatrace compared with 7 alternatives: Manychat, Chatfuel, Botsify, BotPenguin, Landbot and 2 more.
Chatrace is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $39 per month for up to 3,000 contacts. 4 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatraceThis tool | Free trial · from $39/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Manychat | Free plan · from $169/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Chatfuel | Free trial · from $18/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Botsify | From $149/mo | No | Web |
| BotPenguin | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Landbot | Free plan · from $36/mo | Yes | Web |
| Botmother | Free plan · from $49/mo | Yes | Web |
| ChatPion | From $89 one-time | No | Web |
Price against what you get
Chatrace starts at $39 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 6 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Chatfuel.
Manychat, BotPenguin and Landbot 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 Chatrace
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 Chatrace lacks.
- Manychat also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Manychat also covers live chat.
- Manychat does not cover shared inbox, no-code, AI support agent and sMS marketing, which Chatrace does.
Suits: Creators who send links or freebies when followers comment a keyword
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 live chat.
- Chatfuel does not cover shared inbox, no-code and sMS marketing, which Chatrace does.
Suits: Small businesses answering Instagram and WhatsApp messages around the clock
Botsify
AI agent builder sold to agencies as a whitelabel platform
- Botsify starts at $149 per month, billed monthly ($1,490 billed annually).
- Botsify also covers AI agents.
- Botsify does not cover shared inbox, marketing automation and sMS marketing, which Chatrace does.
Suits: Agencies that want to resell AI agents under their own brand
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 Chatrace lacks.
- BotPenguin also lists iOS and Android apps.
- BotPenguin also covers live chat.
- BotPenguin does not cover marketing automation and sMS marketing, which Chatrace 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 has a free plan, which Chatrace lacks.
- Landbot also covers live chat.
- Landbot does not cover shared inbox, marketing automation and sMS marketing, which Chatrace does.
Suits: Marketing teams turning website forms into chat-style lead capture
Botmother
No-code chatbot builder for Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram and web
- Botmother starts at $49 per month, billed monthly ($490 a year if billed yearly).
- Botmother has a free plan, which Chatrace lacks.
- Botmother also covers live chat.
- Botmother does not cover shared inbox, AI support agent and sMS marketing, which Chatrace does.
Suits: Small businesses building Telegram or WhatsApp bots without code
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 and online store.
- ChatPion does not cover shared inbox, marketing automation, no-code, AI support agent and whatsApp messaging, which Chatrace does.
Suits: Agencies that want to resell a Messenger bot tool under their own brand
Limits worth knowing in Chatrace
- The listed Pro price covers up to 3,000 contacts per account; larger lists need a conversation with the vendor, as the page shows no further steps.
- Pricing is per account (chatbot); one account can have several channels and unlimited accounts can be created.
- The whitelabel offer shows 499 with 50 client accounts and 500,000 contacts, but the page text gives no billing period.
- WhatsApp message fees charged by Meta are not part of the plan price, and the page does not list them.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Chatrace?
The alternatives to Chatrace in this directory are Manychat, Chatfuel, Botsify, BotPenguin, Landbot, Botmother and ChatPion. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Chatrace.
Is there a free alternative to Chatrace?
Yes. Manychat, BotPenguin, Landbot and Botmother have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Chatrace alternatives work on Android?
The Chatrace listing does not include an Android app. Manychat and BotPenguin list one.
Which Chatrace alternatives work on iOS?
The Chatrace 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.