Is there a cheap / free API of sending SMS?
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Is there a cheap / free API of sending SMS?
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Thanks I researched a lot but none are cheap. For example one SMS in Cyprus using Twilio its like 8 cents. For a startup like mine (bookis.io) this is waste of money. OVH seems to have better prices but still not good enough.
And the thing is since I am providing worldwide, I want a service that is cheap for all countries and not for some. Guess that won't be possible.
My startup Bookis (bookis.io) is an appointment-scheduling software as a service primarily for salon, beauty centers etc. Part of its features is automated SMS reminders, appointment confirmations etc hence the automated SMS sending :)
yeah this is a common problem.
most providers are built around abstraction + fixed pricing models, so you don't really control how routes are used.
for smaller projects or startups that need global coverage, that becomes expensive quickly.
one thing i've been experimenting with is keeping routing explicit instead of hidden behind the provider.
so instead of βsend and hope for the bestβ, you choose how messages are delivered depending on your use case.
it gives more control over cost vs delivery, especially when you're sending internationally.
still early, but curious how others are solving this as well.
I was able to get SMS for 1 cent/sms in cyprus. Just have to search for it. But for worldwide support seems that I need to choose specifically for each country.
Nexmo. Free for side projects.
I know of sms77.io/ and messagebird.com/en/sms/