The Mobile Message Alternative — SMS at Just 3¢
Mobile Message advertises SMS "from 2¢" — but that's a first-purchase introductory rate. From your second top-up, you'll pay 2.5¢ to 4¢ depending on volume. Texto's 3¢ flat rate is simpler and cheaper for most businesses.
About Mobile Message
Mobile Message is a smaller Australian SMS provider that's gained attention with their eye-catching "2¢ per SMS" headline. However, that rate only applies to your very first credit purchase. After that, standard pricing kicks in at 2.5¢ to 4¢ per SMS depending on volume. They use a credit-based pre-pay system where credits don't expire, which is a fair approach.
Mobile Message Pricing vs Texto
Here's what you'd actually pay at different volumes. No tricks, no hidden tiers.
| Messages | Texto (3¢) | Mobile Message (2¢ first purchase, then 2.5–4¢) | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | $15.00 | $20.00 | $5.00 (25%) |
| 1,000 | $30.00 | $35.00 | $5.00 (14%) |
| 5,000 | $150.00 | $175.00 | $25.00 (14%) |
| 10,000 | $300.00 | $300.00 | — |
| 50,000 | $1,500.00 | $1,250.00 | — |
Plus $15/month for a dedicated Texto number. Mobile Message pricing sourced from publicly available data.
Worth knowing
Mobile Message's headline "2¢ per SMS" is their first-purchase introductory rate — it applies to your very first credit top-up regardless of volume. From your second purchase onward, standard rates kick in at 2.5¢ to 4¢ depending on volume. Credits don't expire, which is a fair deal.
At standard rates, Texto's 3¢ flat rate is cheaper for volumes under about 10,000 messages. At higher volumes, Mobile Message's standard rates match or beat ours.
If price is the main thing for you, have a chat with us — we might be able to work something out.
Why choose Texto over Mobile Message
- Simpler pricing — 3¢ flat rate with no introductory bait-and-switch
- MCP server for AI agent integration, which Mobile Message doesn't offer
- Automatic 90-day data deletion — once messages are no longer needed for replies and reporting, your customer data is removed, reducing your exposure if a platform is ever breached
Where Mobile Message might suit you
- Credits don't expire, so you can buy in bulk and use them at your own pace
- At high volumes (10K+), their standard rates can match or beat Texto's 3¢ — but chat with us first, we can work with you on better rates for higher volumes
What you actually need
Both platforms send SMS. But here's where they differ.
Using AI to get work done?
Texto has an MCP server for connecting AI agents to SMS workflows. See the setup guide for supported tools.
If you're building with AI tools like Claude, Cursor, or your own agents, Texto's the platform built for that.
The verdict
Mobile Message is a fair competitor, especially at higher volumes. Their introductory 2¢ rate is attention-grabbing but only applies once. For most businesses, Texto's transparent 3¢ flat rate is simpler and cheaper — but if you're sending 10K+ a month, it's worth comparing both.
Frequently asked questions
Already got credits with Mobile Message?
We might be able to sort that out for you.
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Get Started FreeTexto has no affiliation with Mobile Message. Pricing information may change without notice. Last reviewed March 2026.