Head-to-head · Two-Way SMS Software
Textmagic vs Chekkit
Textmagic leads on 0 checks, Chekkit on 1, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreTextmagic · 8.9/10
- Free planonly Chekkit
- Most featuresChekkit · 4 of 4
Textmagic scores higher on our rubric for two-way sms software: 8.9 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.
Chekkit offers free plan; Textmagic doesn't.
Textmagic is the better fit for high-volume senders needing flexible usage pricing. Chekkit is the better fit for teams wanting the broadest all-in-one SMS inbox.
- Textmagic fits best
High-volume senders needing flexible usage pricing
- Chekkit fits best
Teams wanting the broadest all-in-one SMS inbox
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Side by side
| Feature | Textmagic 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | Chekkit 8.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.1 |
| Ranking | #1 in Two-Way SMS Software | #7 in Two-Way SMS Software |
| Best for | High-volume senders needing flexible usage pricing | Teams wanting the broadest all-in-one SMS inbox |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $0.05/unit usage-based | $127/mo |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Integrations | 7,000+ integrations | 2,000+ integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Textmagic 1/4 · Chekkit 4/4 | ||
| Shared inbox | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Workflow automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| API access | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Included messages | Not checked yet | 2000 messages/mo |
| SMS number types | Not checked yet | Multiple |
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| Our verdict | Textmagic is a paid business messaging platform for organizations sending permission-based SMS campaigns, operational notifications, reminders, and customer updates. It supports outbound and inbound SMS, MMS, two-way conversations, contact… Read the review → |
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… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Textmagic — where it wins
- Two-way SMS, MMS, shared inboxes, and inbound messaging
- Multi-step workflows with segmentation and campaign reporting
- Web, mobile, REST API, and 10 listed integrations
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Monthly plan pricing varies by selected country
- Number and compliance fees may apply
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
- Textmagic8.9/10 · Paid
Flexible pay-as-you-go SMS with two-way messaging, workflows, MMS, and compliance tools.
Visit TextmagicFull verdict → - Chekkit8.1/10 · Free plan
An all-in-one SMS inbox with automation, AI, collaboration, and customer tools.
Visit ChekkitFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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