The SMSGlobal Alternative — SMS at Just 3¢
SMSGlobal's another solid Aussie option, but their pricing starts at 7¢ and doesn't drop below 5¢. Texto's 3¢ flat rate saves you money at every volume.
About SMSGlobal
SMSGlobal is a Melbourne-based SMS provider that's been operating since 2007. They serve businesses across Australia and internationally, offering SMS, MMS, and two-way messaging. SMSGlobal has built a solid reputation in the Australian market with their API and web portal, but their volume-tiered pricing means you need to send a lot to get competitive rates.
SMSGlobal Pricing vs Texto
Here's what you'd actually pay at different volumes. No tricks, no hidden tiers.
| Messages | Texto (3¢) | SMSGlobal (~5–7¢) | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | $15.00 | $35.00 | $20.00 (57%) |
| 1,000 | $30.00 | $65.00 | $35.00 (54%) |
| 5,000 | $150.00 | $275.00 | $125.00 (45%) |
| 10,000 | $300.00 | $500.00 | $200.00 (40%) |
| 50,000 | $1,500.00 | $2,500.00 | $1000.00 (40%) |
Optional Texto Dedicated Number: $15/month. SMSGlobal pricing is based on published tiers. Prices shown exclude GST; longer messages may use more than one SMS part.
Watch out for the volume trick
SMSGlobal starts at 7¢ for smaller senders and only drops to about 5¢ at high volumes. Texto's 3¢ is cheaper at every tier.
Building SMS into a SaaS product or running an agency?
Texto comes with full multi-account capability built in. Create a sub-account for every customer or client, each with its own contacts, opt-out list, API keys and delivery reporting. Allocate credits to each account, draw from the parent balance, or recall unused credits at any time, all from one invoice at the parent level.
It is completely self service. Sign up, switch account hierarchy on in your settings, and start creating and managing sub-accounts straight away, through the web app or the API. No sales call, no waiting, no approval step.
See how account hierarchy worksWhy choose Texto over SMSGlobal
- 40–57% cheaper than SMSGlobal at every volume tier
- Flat pricing means no surprises — you always know what you'll pay
- AI-ready with MCP server, a feature SMSGlobal doesn't offer
- Texto's founding team has been in the SMS game as long as SMSGlobal — 20 years of building, operating, and selling competitor platforms
- 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 SMSGlobal might suit you
- Well-established Melbourne-based company with nearly two decades of experience
- Offers international SMS to 200+ countries if you need global reach
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
SMSGlobal has been around a while, but longevity doesn't mean value. Their pricing is 40–57% more expensive than Texto at every volume tier. If you're an Australian business sending domestic SMS, there's no reason to pay more — Texto gives you a flat 3¢ rate, no lock-in, and AI-ready features SMSGlobal simply doesn't offer.
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Get Started FreeTexto has no affiliation with SMSGlobal. Pricing information may change without notice. Last reviewed March 2026.