ASPSMS vs BulkGate
ASPSMS
aspsms.com
BulkGate
bulkgate.comSide by side
| Figure | ASPSMS | BulkGate |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 19 | 1 |
| Spec score · SMS Gateway Software | 9.3 (#2) | 8.4 (#12) |
| Free trial | New clients and developers can request free test SMS volumes. | The SMS gateway page says new sign-ups receive test credits to check deliverability and speed without a credit card or contract. |
| Headquarters | St. Gallen, Switzerland | Šumperk, Czech Republic |
| Integrations | ASPSMS lists workflow integrations with Zapier, Microsoft Power Automate and Make, and names Google apps, Slack, ChatGPT and PayPal among Zapier-connected services. | Listed integrations include WooCommerce, PrestaShop, Shoptet, OpenCart, Magento, Zapier, Make, and Drupal. |
| Messaging features | The service supports text, binary, Unicode and concatenated SMS, bulk delivery, personalized bulk messages, sender originators and real-time delivery notifications. | The SMS toolkit includes bulk SMS, automated notifications, OTP verification, two-way SMS, and SMS with landing pages. |
| Support | ASPSMS describes its support as professional and says its support team is located in Switzerland. | BulkGate provides a help center and contact support, and its SMS gateway FAQ says API setup is supported by documentation and support. |
Plans
ASPSMS
- 500 Credits€30, paid once
- 500 Credits45 CHF, paid once
- 1’000 Credits€60, paid once
- 1,000 Credits90 CHF, paid once
- 2’500 Credits€150, paid once
- 2,500 Credits225 CHF, paid once
- 5’000 Credits€300, paid once
- 5,000 Credits450 CHF, paid once
- 10’000 Credits€550, paid once
- 10,000 Credits800 CHF, paid once
In their own words
ASPSMS
ASPSMS adds SMS messaging to business software and web applications, with delivery to more than 200 countries and 900 mobile networks. It supports text, binary, Unicode, and concatenated messages, as well as bulk and personalized bulk delivery, sender originators, and real-time delivery notifications. The service includes two-way messaging, inbound SMS, delivery reports, and API access. Connection options include REST/JSON, SOAP, HTTP, SMTP/email-to-SMS, ActiveX, and XML. ASPSMS also lists workflow integrations with Zapier, Microsoft Power Automate, and Make. The JSON API includes ASPTOKEN, which the company describes as a two-factor authentication method. Listed use cases include CRM and ERP integration, SMS marketing, alerts, and two-factor authentication. The service has a free trial but no free plan. Credits are sold as one-time purchases and do not expire: 500 Credits costs 30.00 EUR upfront, while 100’000 Credits costs 4’000.00 EUR upfront. Larger quantities are available at a price on request. Downloads include SMS Blaster WinLog for Windows, an ASPSMS Widget for Mac, and an SMS app for iPhone and iPod touch. ASPSMS is headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, and was founded in 1995.
BulkGate
BulkGate is an SMS gateway for businesses sending and receiving messages for campaigns, notifications, and verification codes. Its toolkit includes bulk SMS, automated notifications, OTP verification, two-way messaging, and SMS with landing pages. BulkGate says the gateway connects to mobile networks in more than 200 countries. Delivery features include direct carrier connections, smart routing, real-time tracking, automatic retries, and delivery reports. Businesses can connect through a REST API, web portal, or ready-made plugins. Listed integrations include WooCommerce, PrestaShop, Shoptet, OpenCart, Magento, Zapier, Make, and Drupal; API materials include a sandbox and code samples in multiple languages. The SMS service uses pay-as-you-go pricing without setup fees or monthly commitments, and the maker says purchased credits have unlimited validity subject to terms. The listed United Kingdom rate is €0.03, paid once, billed at €0.0301 per SMS excluding VAT; rates vary by country, operator, and volume. Android Mobile Connect requires an active phone, is supported on Android 9 and above, and may delay or fail to send when the device enters sleep mode.