ASPSMS vs Messente
ASPSMS
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Messente
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| Figure | ASPSMS | Messente |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 19 | 9 |
| Spec score · SMS Gateway Software | 9.3 (#2) | 8.5 (#10) |
| Coverage | The service states coverage of more than 200 countries and over 900 mobile operators. | The site says Messente can send SMS messages to 197+ countries through partnerships with close to 1,000 mobile operators. |
| Founded | VADIAN.NET AG is listed as founded in 1995. | 2013 |
| Headquarters | St. Gallen, Switzerland | Tallinn, Estonia |
| Integrations | ASPSMS lists workflow integrations with Zapier, Microsoft Power Automate and Make, and names Google apps, Slack, ChatGPT and PayPal among Zapier-connected services. | The integrations page describes API documentation, Zapier connections, and native integrations including Salesforce, Optimove, user.com, and SalesManago. |
| Intended users | The site describes use cases including business software, web applications, CRM and ERP integration, SMS marketing, alerts and two-factor authentication. | The pricing page describes Pay-As-You-Go as best for teams starting with SMS and the Commitment plan as suited to businesses scaling beyond Pay-As-You-Go. |
| Product | ASPSMS adds SMS functionality to business software and web applications and supports sending messages to more than 200 countries and 900 mobile networks. | Messente provides a business messaging platform for sending SMS, Viber, and WhatsApp messages globally. |
| Support | ASPSMS describes its support as professional and says its support team is located in Switzerland. | The pricing page describes basic support and onboarding for Pay-As-You-Go and dedicated support with an Account Manager for the Commitment plan. |
| Two-way SMS | Customers can rent virtual two-way SMS numbers to receive replies from recipients. | Yes |
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
Messente
- EssentialPrice not published
- ProfessionalPrice not published
- EnterprisePrice not published
- Pay as you goPrice not published
- Pay-As-You-GoFree
- Viber BusinessFree
- WhatsApp BusinessFree
- Number Lookup€199 a month
- Commitment planPriced on request
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.