How Much Does
TextMagic Cost in 2026?
TextMagic is the pay-as-you-go SMS platform for low-frequency, international, or utility SMS use cases. $0.049/SMS outbound or $0.01 via CPaaS partner. Best for businesses sending occasional high-value SMS, multi-country campaigns, or needing SMS + voice + email in one bundle.
Prices in USD, verified from the United States. Regional pricing may vary.
Plans & Pricing
Pay-As-You-Go (Prepaid Credits)
- outboundSMS $0.049 per SMS (160 chars)
- cpaasRate $0.01 per SMS (via Twilio/Vonage/Sinch/Bandwidth)
- inboundSMS Free
- mms $0.08 per message
- refundPolicy 100% on unused credit
Monthly Subscription (US/CA/AU/UK)
- scope Discounted outbound rates + 1 complimentary virtual number + 1 free Sender ID (UK/AU)
- targetFrequency Frequent users
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Features
Our Verdict
TextMagic is positioned differently from every other SMS platform in this comparison — it's a utility SMS provider rather than a marketing-first platform. The 100% prepaid model means no monthly commitment; you buy credits, use them whenever, and they never expire. For a business that sends SMS irregularly (appointment reminders 2x/week, occasional customer notifications, emergency alerts) paying Postscript/Attentive's monthly minimums makes no sense — TextMagic's $0.049/SMS outbound is the right economics. The CPaaS-integrated rate ($0.01/SMS via Twilio/Vonage/Sinch/Bandwidth) is competitive with direct Twilio pricing but comes with TextMagic's UI on top, useful for non-technical teams. International SMS coverage is the best in this comparison — TextMagic publishes per-country rates and handles sender IDs for UK/AU/EU compliance. The bundled voice calls, email, WhatsApp business, email lookup, and carrier lookup tools make TextMagic a 'communications Swiss Army knife' rather than a marketing platform. Where it wins: prepaid no-commitment model, credits never expire, international SMS coverage, CPaaS integration option for discount rate, bundled voice + email + WhatsApp, 100% refund on unused credit. Where it loses: no marketing automation (no cart abandon flows, no segmentation), no Shopify depth, no AI content generation, no rich analytics vs marketing-first platforms, single-SMS at $0.049 is expensive vs Postscript Professional's $0.007 at scale.
Pros
- 100% prepaid, no monthly commitment — ideal for low-frequency SMS
- Credits never expire + 100% refund on unused credit
- Best international SMS coverage in category with transparent per-country rates
- CPaaS-integrated rate ($0.01/SMS) competitive with direct Twilio
- Bundles SMS + voice + email + WhatsApp + lookup tools in one account
Cons
- No marketing automation (no cart abandon, no segmentation)
- No Shopify depth — generic integration only
- $0.049 standard SMS expensive at volume vs Postscript Professional
- No AI content generation or rich analytics
- Utility positioning unsuitable for DTC marketing campaigns
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does TextMagic cost per month?
- TextMagic plans start at $0/mo. They offer 2 plans total.
- Does TextMagic offer a free trial?
- Yes, TextMagic offers a free trial. No credit card is typically required to start.
- Is TextMagic worth the price?
- With a score of 7.8/10 and plans from $0/mo, TextMagic delivers strong value for the price.
- What are cheaper alternatives to TextMagic?
- TextMagic is already one of the most affordable sms marketing platforms options starting at $0/mo. Compare all options on our [SMS Marketing Platforms pricing comparison](/pricing/sms-marketing/) page.