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Plivo Review (2026)
Cost-effective cloud communications with free inbound SMS and zero per-verification pricing
Overview
Plivo is a cloud communications platform headquartered in Austin, Texas, founded in 2011. Cost-effective cloud communications with free inbound SMS and zero per-verification pricing. With coverage spanning 220+ countries and an SLA of 99.99% uptime, Plivo serves businesses ranging from startups to enterprises.
Pricing
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Outbound SMS (US) | $0.0050 |
| Inbound SMS (US) | $0.0000 |
| Local Number | $0.80/mo |
| Toll-Free Number | $1.50/mo |
| Verify / OTP | $0.00 per auth |
| Volume Discount | 30-70% at scale |
| Free Trial | Yes |
| Free Credits | $25.00 |
Features
✅ SMS Messaging
✅ Voice Calls
❌ WhatsApp
❌ Email
✅ Verify / OTP
✅ Number Lookup
✅ Short Code
✅ 10DLC
Flow Builder: PHLO
SDK Languages: python, node, java, ruby, php, go, dotnet
Compliance
✅
HIPAA
✅
SOC 2
✅
PCI DSS (Level 1)
✅
GDPR
Pros & Cons
Pros
- + 30-40% cheaper than Twilio on outbound SMS
- + Free inbound SMS saves significantly at scale
- + Zero per-verification pricing on Verify API
- + PHLO visual workflow builder for no-code automation
Cons
- - Smaller developer ecosystem and community
- - No WhatsApp or email channel support
- - Less community content and third-party tutorials
Best For
Cost-conscious startups and high-volume SMS senders who prioritize savings over omnichannel breadth
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