Alternatives · SMS & Chat
TextBetter alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best TextBetter alternative for most people is SimpleTexting (2.4 GPA), first in our ranking of SMS and chat marketing tools.
TextBetter compared with 5 alternatives: SimpleTexting, EZ Texting, Heymarket, TextUs and Text Request.
TextBetter is a paid product, starting at $79 per month for 1 text-enabled number (Email to Text Solo). None of the alternatives 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TextBetterThis tool | From $79/mo | No | Web |
| SimpleTexting | Free trial · from $23.20/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| EZ Texting | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Heymarket | Free trial · from $49/mo | Trial only | Web |
| TextUs | From $299/mo | No | Web |
| Text Request | Free trial · from $59.99/mo | Trial only | Web, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
TextBetter starts at $79 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: SimpleTexting.
EZ Texting, Heymarket and Text Request 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 TextBetter
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 also lists iOS and Android apps.
- SimpleTexting also covers marketing automation and forms.
- SimpleTexting does not cover shared inbox and workflow automation, which TextBetter does.
Suits: Small US businesses sending promotions and reminders by text
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 also lists iOS and Android apps.
- EZ Texting also covers marketing automation and qR codes.
- EZ Texting does not cover shared inbox and workflow automation, which TextBetter does.
Suits: Small businesses in the US and Canada starting with text marketing
Heymarket
Shared inbox for business texting and email
- Heymarket starts at $49 per user / month, billed annually.
- Heymarket also covers marketing automation and AI agents.
- Heymarket does not cover workflow automation, which TextBetter does.
Suits: Support, sales and recruiting teams that talk to customers by text
TextUs
Business texting for recruiting, sales and customer teams
- TextUs starts at $299 per month, 12-month term.
- TextUs also covers marketing automation and whatsApp messaging.
- TextUs does not cover workflow automation, which TextBetter does.
Suits: Staffing and recruiting teams texting candidates and employees
Text Request
Business texting with a shared dashboard, priced by included texts
- Text Request starts at $59.99 per month for 1,000 texts, billed monthly.
- Text Request also lists a browser extension.
Suits: Small US businesses that want unlimited users on a flat monthly price
Limits worth knowing in TextBetter
- Plans are measured in outbound message segments (200 or 500 a month), not unlimited messages.
- The pricing page lists no free trial; it points visitors to a demo.
- Additional text-enabled numbers on Email to Text Pro cost $20 a month each.
- API access and high volumes are sold only through Enterprise, at custom pricing.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to TextBetter?
The alternatives to TextBetter in this directory are SimpleTexting, EZ Texting, Heymarket, TextUs and Text Request. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with TextBetter.
Is there a free alternative to TextBetter?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. SimpleTexting, EZ Texting, Heymarket and Text Request offer a free trial.
Which TextBetter alternatives work on Android?
The TextBetter listing does not include an Android app. SimpleTexting and EZ Texting list one.
Which TextBetter alternatives work on iOS?
The TextBetter listing does not include an iOS app. SimpleTexting and EZ Texting 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.