Clickatell SMS API
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VisitClickatell SMS API vs Mailchimp
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| Fact | Clickatell SMS API | Mailchimp |
|---|---|---|
| Company history | Clickatell says it began in Cape Town in 2000, connecting internet businesses with consumers through SMS. | Mailchimp was founded in Atlanta in 2001 by Ben Chestnut and Dan Kurzius. |
| Founded | 2000 | 2001 |
| Headquarters | Silicon Valley, California, United States | Atlanta, USA |
| Integrations | Clickatell's user guide names Salesforce, Shopify, Zendesk Sell, and Zendesk Support as applications that can be integrated with Clickatell applications. | Mailchimp advertises more than 300 integrations, including Shopify, WooCommerce, Canva, Zapier, Salesforce, WordPress, Stripe and QuickBooks Online. |
Clickatell SMS API plans
- PrepaidFree
- ConnectPriced on request
Mailchimp plans
- FreeFree
- Essentials$13 a month
- Standard$20 a month
- Premium$350 a month
Pick Clickatell SMS API if…
It suits businesses that need programmable SMS for customer communication, promotions, support, or authentication notifications. The API and web tools offer options for teams managing two-way messaging and reporting.
Pick Mailchimp if…
Mailchimp suits people who need email campaigns alongside automation, segmentation, landing pages, or A/B testing. Its free plan may fit smaller contact lists and modest monthly sending needs.