Bulk SMS Alternative
Suspect you're paying too much for Bulk SMS? Choose SMS with better rates and support
You need affordable SMS with modern features that allow you to scale. Whether you're sending appointment reminders or marketing campaigns — you need better rates, proper integrations with your tools and 24/7 support when things go sideways. No overpaying. No limits.
Why smart businesses choose ClickSend
(over Bulk SMS)
Pay less, get more
Start saving right away with up to 60% cheaper SMS costs.
Plus, inbound SMS is always free. Build two-way appointment confirmations, support, and surveys without watching your costs climb.
Support that’s always on
Our support team is available by phone, email and live chat 24/7.
When something goes sideways, you get help right away. No waiting for business hours.
Modern platform that scales with you
It's simple to start sending from your Dashboard.
And when you're ready to scale, you can automate with our powerful API, plug into your favourite apps and workflows and send globally via direct routes.
Bulk SMS and ClickSend go head to head
You need SMS that works beyond business hours without breaking the bank. Here's how we compare on what matters most: pricing, support and integrations.
Tempo per il primo SMS
Ideale per
Integrazioni
Assistenza
SLA di uptime
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| Tempo per il primo SMS |
Circa 5 minuti
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Circa 5 minuti
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| Ideale per |
SMBs & scale-ups that need modern features, 24/7 support and lean costs
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Basic SMS sending during business hours
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| Integrazioni |
Modern, plug-and-play integrations with apps like Zapier, Make, Salesforce, Shopify
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Basic developer tools only (no pre-built integrations)
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| Assistenza |
Free 24/7 support via live chat, email and phone
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Free support via email and phone; business hours only
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| SLA di uptime |
99.95%
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99.9%
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Switch from Bulk SMS e risparmia
Ready to cut costs and get better support? Unlock an exclusive discount when you book a migration call to make the switch.
A reliable SMS platform with real support
100M
SMS al mese
190+
paesi in tutto il mondo
30s
Tempo medio di risposta dell’assistenza
99.95%
Garanzia di uptime
5m
Tempo medio di invio
10
contacts and keywords
Smart pricing for businesses who want to save
Price per 1000 SMS
Price per 10,000 SMS
Price per 100,000 SMS
Pricing model
Platform fees
SMS in entrata
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| Price per 1000 SMS |
$72 ($0.072 per SMS)
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$170 ($0.17 per SMS)
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| Price per 10,000 SMS |
$720 ($0.072 per SMS)
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$1,500 ($0.15 per SMS)
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| Price per 100,000 SMS |
$6,200 ($0.062 per SMS)
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$11,000 ($0.11 per SMS)
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| Pricing model |
Pay-as-you-go
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Pay-as-you-go
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| Platform fees |
$0.00
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$0.00
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| SMS in entrata |
$0.00 always
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Pay per reply (0.5 credits)
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All prices are in AUD and exclude GST. The above prices were true as at the October 2026
Passa a ClickSend
FAQs
Quanto posso risparmiare passando a ClickSend?
At 5,000 messages per month, you'll save $440 (55% less). At 50,000 messages, you'll save $2,650. Plus, inbound SMS is free with ClickSend, always. Bulk SMS charges 0.5 credits per reply, which adds up fast for two-way messaging.
How does ClickSend’s support compare to Bulk SMS?
Bulk SMS only offers support during business hours. ClickSend gives you 24/7 phone, email, and live chat support with every account. When you need help on Monday night or Sunday morning, you get help immediately — not an out-of-office reply.
Is switching from Bulk SMS to ClickSend easy?
Easy peasy. You can start sending from our simple dashboard in minutes, or integrate via our straightforward API if you need it. Most Australian businesses are up and running within minutes. Plus, our support team helps with migration if you need it.
Can I integrate ClickSend with my existing tools?
Absolutely. ClickSend integrates with 200+ apps via Zapier including Salesforce, Shopify, Zendesk, and WordPress. Bulk SMS only offers basic HTTP API and Email-to-SMS. If you want real integrations, ClickSend makes it easy.
Do you support Australian phone numbers?
Yes. We support Australian dedicated numbers, shared numbers, and toll-free numbers. Plus, if you're sending internationally, we've got direct routes to 220+ countries.