SimpleTexting vs Postscript 2026: Pricing
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SimpleTexting vs Postscript

SMS Marketing pricing comparison · 2026

SimpleTexting pricing ranges from $39–$909/month, while Postscript ranges from $0–$1500/month. These products use different pricing models ( vs Hybrid (seat + usage)), so a direct price comparison isn't meaningful — costs depend on usage volume and mix.

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SimpleTexting
SimpleTexting pricing is based on monthly credit volume, starting at $39/month for the 500
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$329 $960
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Postscript
SMS Marketing pricing intelligence
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$329 $960
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Verdict · Vendr median · year 1
Postscript saves $631 vs SimpleTexting · 25 seats
Cheapest $329
Spread 66%
Estimated license cost
at 25 seats
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Usage-based
Custom rates
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Professional
$150K/yr
year 1 license · $500/seat
What buyers actually pay
median, annual
Vendr deal-flow data. The real benchmark, not list price.
Median annual
$960/yr
Vendr · n=3 · limited data
↓ Lowest median
Median annual
$329/yr
Vendr · n=53
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Sources & confidence

Every dollar amount and contract clause below traces back to a sourced fact. We don't manufacture composite scores.

Where this data comes from
Vendr · TrustRadius · Reddit · BBB · official docs
Sources 33 sourced facts
27 hidden-cost · 3 contract · Vendr median · 2 review platforms
Last verified 2w ago
Confidence High confidence
Sources 7 sourced facts
4 hidden-cost · 1 contract · Vendr median · 1 review platform
Last verified 1mo ago
Confidence Medium confidence
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Hidden costs

Each cost is severity-ranked, with the dollar range quoted from its source (Vendr, Reddit, TrustRadius, BBB, official docs) — never our estimate.

Beyond the sticker
Severity-ranked, sourced
5 documented
  • Compliance Setup and 10DLC Registration Complexity
    5-15% of license costs
    2 sources
  • Carrier Surcharges on Outbound Messages
    $0.003-$0.015 per SMS depending on carrier
    1 source
  • Service Suspension Risk for Compliance Violations
    Operational disruption + $15-$50 re-registration
    1 source
  • Overage Charges for Exceeding Credit Limits
    10-100% of license costs
    2 sources
  • No Refund Policy for Unused Credits
    $200-$1,500
    4 sources
4 documented
  • Per-Message Usage Charges
    1 source
  • Carrier Fees
    1 source
  • True Monthly Cost Exceeds Base Plan
    1.5-2 times, or even 2.5-3.4 times, the base plan price
    1 source
  • Minimum Monthly Spend on "Starter" Plan
    $49
    1 source
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Contract terms

The fine print, surfaced. Green = buyer-friendly. Each clause backed by a quoted source.

SimpleTexting
Postscript
Auto-renewal
Yes
Cancellation
Commitment
Monthly or annual
$49 monthly minimum spend on "Starter" plan
Price escalation
Users report mid-contract forced price increases under threat of immediate account cancellation if not accepted
Can downgrade
Yes
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What users say

Aggregated, with sample sizes. We use whichever review platform has data.

User reviews
TrustRadius · Trustpilot · G2
TrustRadius
7.6out of 5 (10)
Trustpilot
2.3out of 5 (25)
Best for
Small businesses starting with SMS marketing
Watch out
No refunds issued for unused credits under any circumstances, including after account suspension
G2
4.8out of 5 (161)
Best for
Small Shopify stores testing SMS
Watch out
High Platform Fees and Pricing Issues
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SMS Marketing

SimpleTexting

$39–$909
/month
9 plans
Full pricing breakdown →
VS
SMS Marketing

Postscript

$0–$1500
/month
4 plans · Free tier
Full pricing breakdown →

Different Pricing Models

Direct price comparison isn't meaningful here — SimpleTexting uses pricing while Postscript uses Hybrid (seat + usage) pricing. Your actual cost will depend on usage volume, team size, or both. Here's each product in its native unit.

SimpleTexting

$39–$909 / month
See full SimpleTexting pricing →
vs
Hybrid (seat + usage)

Postscript

$0–$1500 / month
See full Postscript pricing →

SimpleTexting and Postscript are SMS marketing platforms targeting different audiences. SimpleTexting is a versatile SMS platform starting at $39/month for 500 credits, serving businesses across industries. Postscript is built specifically for Shopify e-commerce stores with a free Starter plan and paid tiers from $100/month. The right choice depends on whether you need a general SMS tool or a Shopify-native SMS marketing solution.

Plan-by-Plan Pricing

Plan SimpleTexting Postscript
500 Credits $39 /user/month Free /month
1,000 Credits $59 /user/month $100 /month
2,000 Credits $89 /user/month $500 /month
3,000 Credits $119 /user/month Custom
7,500 Credits $239 /user/month
15,000 Credits $409 /user/month
25,000 Credits $559 /user/month
50,000 Credits $909 /user/month
Custom Custom

Market Intelligence

SimpleTexting

Median annual cost
$960
Based on
3 deals

Postscript

Median annual cost
$329
Based on
53 deals

What Users Say

SimpleTexting

Trustpilot
2.3out of 5 (25)
TrustRadius
7.6out of 10 (10)
Top complaints
  • No refunds issued for unused credits under any circumstances, including after account suspension
  • Overage charges accumulate silently for months without real-time billing alerts
  • Accounts suspended without warning for compliance reasons, losing access to contact database and pre-paid credits

Postscript

G2
4.8out of 5 (161)
Top complaints
  • High Platform Fees and Pricing Issues
  • Customer Service Decline and Condescending Behavior
  • Glitches and Technical Issues

Hidden Costs

Beyond the sticker price — what catches buyers off guard.

SimpleTexting 17 hidden costs

high
Compliance Setup and 10DLC Registration Complexity 5-15% of license costs
medium
Carrier Surcharges on Outbound Messages $0.003-$0.015 per SMS depending on carrier
low
Service Suspension Risk for Compliance Violations Operational disruption + $15-$50 re-registration
critical
Overage Charges for Exceeding Credit Limits 10-100% of license costs
high
No Refund Policy for Unused Credits $200-$1,500
See all SimpleTexting hidden costs →

Postscript 4 hidden costs

high
Per-Message Usage Charges
medium
Carrier Fees
critical
True Monthly Cost Exceeds Base Plan 1.5-2 times, or even 2.5-3.4 times, the base plan price
medium
Minimum Monthly Spend on "Starter" Plan $49
See all Postscript hidden costs →

Contract Terms

Term SimpleTexting Postscript
Auto-renewal Yes
Cancellation
Minimum commitment Monthly or annual $49 monthly minimum spend on "Starter" plan
Price escalation Users report mid-contract forced price increases under threat of immediate account cancellation if not accepted
Can downgrade Yes

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Our Verdict

Choose SimpleTexting if you need a flexible SMS marketing platform that works across industries and communication channels. SimpleTexting's credit-based pricing, two-way texting, and broad integration support make it suitable for appointment reminders, promotions, internal communications, and customer service across any business type.

Choose Postscript if you run a Shopify store and want deep e-commerce SMS automation. Postscript's Shopify-native integration enables abandoned cart recovery, post-purchase flows, and revenue attribution that SimpleTexting can't match for e-commerce use cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Is SimpleTexting or Postscript cheaper?

Postscript's Starter plan is free (with per-message costs), making it cheaper to start. SimpleTexting starts at $39/month for 500 credits. However, at scale, pricing depends on message volume. Postscript's Growth plan at $100/month includes more e-commerce features, while SimpleTexting's $239/month tier includes 7,500 credits.

02 Does Postscript work with platforms other than Shopify?

Postscript is built exclusively for Shopify and Shopify Plus stores. If you use WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Magento, or another e-commerce platform, SimpleTexting is the better option as it integrates with a wider range of platforms and use cases.

03 Which is better for e-commerce SMS marketing?

Postscript is the clear winner for Shopify stores with native abandoned cart recovery, browse abandonment triggers, product recommendations, and revenue attribution. SimpleTexting can send promotional texts but lacks the deep e-commerce automation that Postscript provides.

04 Can SimpleTexting handle two-way conversations?

Yes. SimpleTexting supports two-way SMS conversations, making it suitable for customer service, appointment scheduling, and interactive campaigns. Postscript also supports two-way messaging but is more focused on automated e-commerce flows than conversational messaging.

05 How do the pricing models differ?

SimpleTexting uses a credit system: $39/month for 500 credits, scaling to $909/month for 50,000 credits. One credit equals one SMS segment. Postscript charges per message sent on top of platform fees: Starter is free + per-message costs, Growth is $100/month + per-message, Professional is $500/month + per-message.

06 Which offers better compliance tools?

Both provide TCPA compliance features including opt-in collection, opt-out management, and quiet hours. SimpleTexting has broader compliance tools for various industries (healthcare, finance). Postscript's compliance is tailored to e-commerce SMS marketing regulations.