Honest comparison · Updated Sep 2026

Pinglo vs SimpleTexting: 1¢ texts, not 5.5¢.

SimpleTexting bundles credits into its plans and charges 5.5¢ for each extra one. Pinglo keeps the plan small and every text at a flat 1¢.

Pinglo

$22/mo

Starter · $0.01/SMS · unlimited contacts

SimpleTexting

$29/mo

500 credits · extra credits 5.5¢

TL;DR500 texts a month: $27 on Pinglo vs $29. Every text after that: 1¢ vs 5.5¢.

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SimpleTexting prices from simpletexting.com/pricing (monthly billing), checked Sep 2026. Prices change — check their site before deciding.

Side by side

Feature comparison.

Pinglo vs SimpleTexting feature and pricing comparison, Sep 2026
FeaturePingloSimpleTexting
Entry plan$22/mo$29/mo
Texts included in planNone — pay per text500 credits
Cost of 500 texts a month$27$29
Price per extra SMS$0.015.5¢
Price per MMS$0.053 credits
Unlimited contactsYesYes
Unused creditsNever expireRoll over to end of next month
Yearly discount23%20%
Free trial14 daysYes
Two-way inboxYesYes
Keywords & auto-repliesYesYes
Choose Pinglo if…
  • You send more than 500 texts a month, or your volume varies
  • You want every text at a flat 1¢
  • You want credits that never expire
  • You want to talk to a person — call (804) 944-8365
SimpleTexting may fit better if…
  • You prefer credits bundled into one fixed monthly price
  • You rely on a SimpleTexting integration or feature Pinglo doesn't offer yet
  • You're partway through a prepaid SimpleTexting yearly plan
Switching

Switch without the headache.

  1. 01

    Export your contacts

    Download your contacts from SimpleTexting as a CSV. Include opt-out status so unsubscribed numbers stay unsubscribed.

  2. 02

    Import into Pinglo

    Upload the CSV to Pinglo. Duplicates are flagged on upload, and STOP replies are honored automatically from your first send.

  3. 03

    Get your number verified

    Start with a new dedicated number, or ask us about bringing your existing one. We guide you through carrier verification, which takes about 5 business days.

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FAQ

Switching questions.

Is Pinglo cheaper than SimpleTexting?
For most senders, yes. SimpleTexting starts at $29/month for 500 credits and bills extra credits at 5.5¢ each. Pinglo Starter is $22/month and every SMS is $0.01 — so 500 texts cost $27 on Pinglo, and each text beyond that costs 1¢ instead of 5.5¢.
Why does Pinglo charge for the plan and the texts separately?
Your plan covers the software; texts are paid with credits at $0.01 per SMS segment and $0.05 per MMS. Credits never expire, so a quiet month doesn't waste anything.
Do both platforms have auto-replies and keywords?
Yes. Both support keywords and automatic replies, two-way conversations and scheduled messages. On Pinglo, scheduled and recurring campaigns are part of the Professional plan.
Can I move my contacts from SimpleTexting to Pinglo?
Yes. Export your contacts from SimpleTexting as a CSV and upload it to Pinglo. Include opt-out status so unsubscribed numbers stay unsubscribed. Our US-based team can help by phone or email.
Can I keep my phone number?
Ask us about bringing your existing number. Otherwise we set you up with a new dedicated number. Either way, carrier verification takes about 5 business days before you can send.

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