Looking for a ManyChat alternative?
ManyChat is a well-known choice for creators growing on Instagram and TikTok. Weappi is built for small businesses that serve customers on WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger and their website, on every plan.
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| Item | Weappi | ManyChat |
|---|---|---|
| Entry paid plan | $29 per month, per bot, on Pro. Yearly: 2 months free. | $39 per month, or $29 per month billed yearly, on Pro. |
| Free plan | Yes, with every channel and the AI: 100 contacts and 100 bot messages per day. One free bot per account. | Yes, up to 25 Active Contacts per month. WhatsApp, SMS and email are not included. |
| Channels | WhatsApp official API, Instagram Direct, Messenger, website chat and email, all on every plan. | Pro connects up to 3 of: Instagram, TikTok, Messenger, WhatsApp, Telegram, SMS and email. |
| Volume on that plan | 5,000 contacts, 3,000 bot messages per day | 2,500 Active Contacts per month, then $0.05 per extra contact on monthly billing. Note: ManyChat counts active contacts per month; Weappi counts contacts who talked to the bot in the last 12 months. |
| Team | 2 invited team members on Pro, 5 on Max | 3 users and 2 Inbox seats on Pro; extra Inbox seats are $25 each, up to 3. |
| AI | On every plan, using your own provider key (Gemini, OpenAI or Claude). You pay the provider directly; Weappi charges nothing for tokens. | AI-powered automation is listed among the Pro features. |
| WhatsApp fees | Meta bills WhatsApp template messages directly to your Meta account. | WhatsApp conversation charges apply on top of the subscription. |
Why people pick Weappi
Every channel on every plan
The plan only changes the volume, so you never pay more to unlock a channel or a feature.
AI that doesn't make things up
It answers from your website or PDF. If the answer isn't there, it hands over to your team instead of inventing a price.
Built for small businesses
Bookings, catalog, CRM cards and a shared inbox in one panel, with a free plan to start.
When ManyChat is the better choice
- You grow mainly through Instagram or TikTok comments and DMs.
- You need Telegram, TikTok or SMS, which Weappi doesn't offer today.
- You want a large community of creators and templates.
Questions
Can I use WhatsApp on a free plan?
On Weappi, yes: the Free plan includes the official WhatsApp API, with volume limits. ManyChat's Free plan does not include WhatsApp.
Is Weappi cheaper than ManyChat?
It depends on your country and volume. Weappi's Pro price is by country and includes more contacts, but the two count contacts differently, and on Weappi you pay your AI provider directly.
Try Weappi with your own business
No card. New accounts get 14 days of Pro free.
Create a free accountSources: ManyChat Pro plan · ManyChat Free plan. Competitor details come from their public pages, checked on November 6, 2026. Prices and plans can change and may vary by region, so confirm on their site. Weappi prices are for your country, taxes not included. All product names belong to their owners.
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