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Head-to-head · Phone Verification Software

2Factor.in OTP API vs Plivo Verify

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score 2Factor.in OTP API #4 in Phone Verification Software 7.2/10 Free plan · paid from ₹4,999/mo Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit 2Factor.in

2Factor.in OTP API leads on 4 checks, Plivo Verify on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest score2Factor.in OTP API · 7.2/10
  • Free planonly 2Factor.in OTP API
  • Most features2Factor.in OTP API · 3 of 4

2Factor.in OTP API scores higher on our rubric for phone verification software: 7.2 against 6.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #10.

2Factor.in OTP API offers free plan; Plivo Verify doesn't. 2Factor.in OTP API offers sms verification; Plivo Verify doesn't publish it. 2Factor.in OTP API offers voice verification; Plivo Verify doesn't publish it. 2Factor.in OTP API offers api access; Plivo Verify doesn't publish it.

2Factor.in OTP API is the better fit for teams wanting SMS and voice OTP with a free plan. Plivo Verify is the better fit for mid-market teams needing SMS, voice, and WhatsApp OTPs.

  • 2Factor.in OTP API fits best

    Teams wanting SMS and voice OTP with a free plan

  • Plivo Verify fits best

    Mid-market teams needing SMS, voice, and WhatsApp OTPs

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Side by side

Feature 2Factor.in OTP API 7.2/10 Visit ↗ Plivo Verify 6.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.2 6.5
Ranking #4 in Phone Verification Software #10 in Phone Verification Software
Best for Teams wanting SMS and voice OTP with a free plan Mid-market teams needing SMS, voice, and WhatsApp OTPs
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7
Compliance ISO 27001, SOC 2 SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features 2Factor.in OTP API 3/4 · Plivo Verify 0/4
SMS verification ✓ (best) Not published
Voice verification ✓ (best) Not published
API access ✓ (best) Not published
OTP expiry control Not published Not published
Specs
Country coverage 190 countries Not published
Verification methods Sms and voice Not published
Our review
Pros
  • SMS OTP, voice authentication, and automatic fallback routing
  • REST API, SDKs, sandbox testing, webhooks, and delivery receipts
  • Free Starter plan; Growth adds ₹5,000 in messaging credits
  • Sends OTPs through SMS, voice calls, and WhatsApp
  • Supports session validation, retrieval, and listing
  • Includes delivery callbacks, traffic logs, and SMS-pumping Fraud Shield
Cons
  • Starter is limited to sandbox access and free test credits
  • Growth begins at ₹4,999/month, apart from usage-based messaging rates
  • Enterprise features such as dedicated routes and SSO are on the Enterprise plan
  • Usage charges vary by destination country and channel
  • WhatsApp availability may depend on destination and account eligibility
  • Direct brands need a minimum monthly commitment for Verify availability
Our verdict

2Factor.in OTP API provides REST APIs and SDKs for phone verification and customer communications. It suits teams that need SMS OTP delivery and verification, with voice OTP available for fallback or voice authentication. The service runs…

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Plivo Verify is a cloud API service for sending and validating one-time passwords, aimed at businesses securing registration, login, and other high-risk actions. Developers can send codes over SMS, voice calls, or WhatsApp, subject to…

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  1. 2Factor.in OTP APIPhone Verification Software 7.2Free plan · paid from ₹4,999/mo
  2. Plivo VerifyPhone Verification Software 6.5Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 2Factor.in OTP API — where it wins

    • SMS OTP, voice authentication, and automatic fallback routing
    • REST API, SDKs, sandbox testing, webhooks, and delivery receipts
    • Free Starter plan; Growth adds ₹5,000 in messaging credits

    Where it doesn't

    • Starter is limited to sandbox access and free test credits
    • Growth begins at ₹4,999/month, apart from usage-based messaging rates
    • Enterprise features such as dedicated routes and SSO are on the Enterprise plan
  • Plivo Verify — where it wins

    • Sends OTPs through SMS, voice calls, and WhatsApp
    • Supports session validation, retrieval, and listing
    • Includes delivery callbacks, traffic logs, and SMS-pumping Fraud Shield

    Where it doesn't

    • Usage charges vary by destination country and channel
    • WhatsApp availability may depend on destination and account eligibility
    • Direct brands need a minimum monthly commitment for Verify availability
  • 2Factor.in OTP API7.2/10 · Free plan · paid from ₹4,999/mo

    A phone verification API with SMS, voice fallback, and sandbox testing; paid plans start at ₹4,999/month.

    Visit 2Factor.inFull verdict →
  • Plivo Verify6.5/10 · Paid

    A cloud OTP API with three delivery channels, session controls, and SMS-pumping protection.

    Visit PlivoFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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