Honest comparison · Updated Sep 2026

Pinglo vs Textla: same penny, lower plan.

Both charge $0.01 per text. Pinglo's plans cost less every month — here's the full breakdown, including where Textla may suit you better.

Pinglo

$22/mo

Starter · $0.01/SMS · unlimited contacts

Textla

$25/mo

Starter · $0.01/SMS

TL;DRSame per-text price. Pinglo saves you $36–$72 a year on monthly plans ($24–$60 on yearly).

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Textla prices from textla.com/pricing, checked Sep 2026. Prices change — check their site before deciding.

Side by side

Feature comparison.

Pinglo vs Textla feature and pricing comparison, Sep 2026
FeaturePingloTextla
Starter plan$22/mo$25/mo
Professional plan$44/mo$50/mo
Starter, billed yearly$17/mo$19/mo
Yearly discount23%20%
Price per SMS$0.01$0.01
Price per MMS$0.05$0.03
Credits expireNeverNever
Free trial14 days14 days
Two-way reply inboxYesYes
Scheduled & recurring campaignsProfessionalProfessional
Multiple team membersProfessionalProfessional
USA-based supportYesYes
Choose Pinglo if…
  • You want the lowest monthly plan at the same 1¢ rate
  • You want unlimited contacts and credits that never expire
  • You like a clean, simple dashboard
  • You want to talk to a person — call (804) 944-8365
Textla may fit better if…
  • You're partway through a prepaid Textla yearly plan
  • You rely on a Textla integration or workflow Pinglo doesn't offer yet
  • Your team is settled on Textla and a few dollars a month isn’t worth a move
Switching

Switch without the headache.

  1. 01

    Export your contacts

    Download your contacts from Textla 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 Textla?
On plans, yes. Pinglo Starter is $22/month vs Textla's $25/month, and Professional is $44/month vs $50/month — $36–$72 a year on monthly billing. Both charge $0.01 per SMS. MMS is $0.05 on Pinglo and $0.03 on Textla.
What about yearly billing?
Pinglo yearly is $17/month for Starter and $34/month for Professional (23% off). Textla yearly is $19 and $39/month (20% off). That's $24–$60 a year in Pinglo's favour.
Can I move my contacts from Textla to Pinglo?
Yes. Export your contacts from Textla as a CSV and upload it to Pinglo. Include opt-out status so anyone who unsubscribed stays unsubscribed. Our US-based team can walk you through it 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.
Do my Pinglo credits expire?
No. Pinglo credits never expire and roll over month to month, and you pay $0.01 per SMS segment.

Same penny. Smaller bill.

Try Pinglo free for 14 days — we'll help you move your contacts.

Start free trialor call a real person: (804) 944-8365