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Head-to-head · Two-Way SMS Software

Chekkit vs Havari

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score Chekkit #7 in Two-Way SMS Software 8.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Chekkit
Havari #11 in Two-Way SMS Software 7.6/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Havari

Chekkit leads on 1 check, Havari on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreChekkit · 8.1/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Havari

Chekkit scores higher on our rubric for two-way sms software: 8.1 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #11.

Chekkit leads on included messages: 2000 messages/mo versus 250 messages/mo.

Chekkit is the better fit for teams wanting the broadest all-in-one SMS inbox. Havari is the better fit for small teams seeking a low-cost omnichannel inbox.

  • Chekkit fits best

    Teams wanting the broadest all-in-one SMS inbox

  • Havari fits best

    Small teams seeking a low-cost omnichannel inbox

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Side by side

Feature Chekkit 8.1/10 Visit ↗ Havari 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.1 7.6
Ranking #7 in Two-Way SMS Software #11 in Two-Way SMS Software
Best for Teams wanting the broadest all-in-one SMS inbox Small teams seeking a low-cost omnichannel inbox
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $127/mo £19/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Docs Email, Phone, Docs, Community
Integrations 2,000+ integrations 1,000+ integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Chekkit 4/4 · Havari 4/4
Shared inbox ✓ ✓
Workflow automation ✓ ✓
Mobile app ✓ ✓
API access ✓ ✓
Specs
Included messages 2000 messages/mo (best) 250 messages/mo
SMS number types Multiple Multiple
Our review
Pros
  • Two-way SMS/MMS, calls, chats, email, and social messages in one inbox
  • AI replies, campaigns, missed-call texting, and automated follow-ups
  • Web, iOS, and Android access with team collaboration and API access
  • Shared inbox spans SMS, email, WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger
  • Two-way messaging, ticket management and workflow automations
  • Web, iOS, Android and REST API access with 10 integrations
Cons
  • Business pricing starts at $149 per month
  • The free Starter plan does not include the unified inbox
  • Texting includes 2,000 messages per month before overage charges
  • Free access includes a limited monthly credit allowance
  • Starter provides 250 credits and 250 automation tasks monthly
  • Shared credits across channels may constrain higher-volume messaging
Our verdict

Chekkit is a business communication platform for local businesses and growing teams that need more than basic texting. It combines two-way SMS and MMS from an existing business number with calls, website chat, email, and supported social…

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Havari is a business communication platform for teams managing SMS and other customer messaging channels in one shared workspace. Its shared inbox covers SMS, email, WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger, with two-way conversations, ticket…

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  1. ChekkitTwo-Way SMS Software 8.1Free plan
  2. HavariTwo-Way SMS Software 7.6Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Chekkit — where it wins

    • Two-way SMS/MMS, calls, chats, email, and social messages in one inbox
    • AI replies, campaigns, missed-call texting, and automated follow-ups
    • Web, iOS, and Android access with team collaboration and API access

    Where it doesn't

    • Business pricing starts at $149 per month
    • The free Starter plan does not include the unified inbox
    • Texting includes 2,000 messages per month before overage charges
  • Havari — where it wins

    • Shared inbox spans SMS, email, WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger
    • Two-way messaging, ticket management and workflow automations
    • Web, iOS, Android and REST API access with 10 integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Free access includes a limited monthly credit allowance
    • Starter provides 250 credits and 250 automation tasks monthly
    • Shared credits across channels may constrain higher-volume messaging
  • Chekkit8.1/10 · Free plan

    An all-in-one SMS inbox with automation, AI, collaboration, and customer tools.

    Visit ChekkitFull verdict →
  • Havari7.6/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A low-cost omnichannel inbox with two-way messaging, automation and API access.

    Visit HavariFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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