# EZ Texting vs. TextRequest EZ Texting equips businesses with a robust SMS marketing platform complete with time-saving messaging automation and powerful AI. With essential features included on every plan, teams can launch faster without worrying about costly add-ons. Compared to TextRequest's limited automation and paywalled features, EZ Texting delivers more value and flexibility from day one. ## Why businesses choose EZ Texting over TextRequest - Lower monthly commitment and lower cost per message - Entry plan includes key features TextRequest charges extra for - Saves teams more time with workflows and AI-powered messaging - Helps businesses build trust and maintain high deliverability at scale ## Pricing | | EZ Texting | TextRequest | |---|---|---| | Entry plan price | $25/mo (monthly) or $20/mo (annually) | $59.99/mo | | Included credits (messages) | 500 | 1,000 | | Add-on credit cost | $0.04 | $0.058 | | Cost for 500 add-on credits | $20 | $29 | | All-in cost (with all add-ons) | Included on entry plan | $184.99/month | ## Features | Feature | EZ Texting | TextRequest | |---|---|---| | Unlimited keywords | Yes (included) | +$15/mo additional | | Scheduled messages | Yes (included) | +$20/mo additional | | Message personalization | Yes (included) | +$15/mo additional | | Call forwarding | Yes (included) | +$25/mo additional | | 3rd party integrations | Yes (included) | Not available on entry plan | | API access | Yes (included) | +$50/mo additional | | Google Single Sign-On (SSO) | Yes (included) | +$250 one-time fee | | Workflows (multi-step messaging automation) | Yes | No | | Conditional logic / message branching | Yes | No | | After-hours auto-replies | Yes | Yes | | AI Compose message generator | Yes | No | | Auto-Translate | Yes (6 languages: English, Spanish, French, Hebrew, Arabic, Korean) | No | | AI Reply response generator | Yes | No | | AI Recommendation Assistant | Yes (insights that improve performance and ROI) | No | | Quiet hours settings | Yes | No | | Branded contact cards | Yes (builds trust, keeps messages out of spam folders) | No | | Dedicated short codes | Yes (volume-based discounts available) | No | | Toll-free number hosting | Yes | No | ## Integrations EZ Texting includes third-party integrations on all plans, including: - Zapier - HubSpot - Mailchimp - Shopify - Constant Contact Open API access is included on all plans. TextRequest restricts third-party integrations to higher-tier plans and charges $50/month extra for API access. ## Reviews EZ Texting has over 1,000 five-star reviews across G2, TrustRadius, Capterra, and other review platforms. (G2 Mid-Market Usability Index reference as of 2/5/2026.) ## Frequently asked questions **Is EZ Texting cheaper than TextRequest?** Yes. EZ Texting starts at $25/month versus TextRequest's $59.99/month entry plan. Add-on credits cost $0.04 each on EZ Texting compared to $0.058 on TextRequest. For a business sending 1,000 messages per month, EZ Texting costs approximately $45/month total ($25 plan + $20 in add-on credits), while TextRequest's entry plan is $59.99 before any add-ons. **Does TextRequest charge extra for features that EZ Texting includes?** Yes. TextRequest charges separately for several features that come standard on all EZ Texting plans: unlimited keywords (+$15/mo), scheduled messages (+$20/mo), message personalization (+$15/mo), call forwarding (+$25/mo), API access (+$50/mo), and Google SSO (+$250 one-time fee). A fully-featured TextRequest setup can reach $184.99/month — more than seven times EZ Texting's entry price. **Does EZ Texting have better AI and automation than TextRequest?** Yes. EZ Texting includes built-in AI tools — AI Compose, AI Reply generator, AI Recommendation Assistant, and Auto-Translate into six languages — plus multi-step workflows with conditional logic and message branching. TextRequest offers no AI tools, no multi-step workflows, and no conditional logic at any price point. **Which platform has better integrations?** EZ Texting includes third-party integrations (Zapier, HubSpot, Mailchimp, Shopify, Constant Contact, and more) plus open API access on all plans. TextRequest restricts third-party integrations to higher-tier plans and charges $50/month extra for API access, making it significantly more expensive to connect with other tools. **How does EZ Texting compare to TextRequest in customer reviews?** EZ Texting has over 1,000 five-star reviews across G2, TrustRadius, Capterra, and other review platforms. Customers frequently cite EZ Texting's ease of use, responsive support, and AI features as standout advantages — including users who specifically switched from TextRequest due to rising add-on costs and missing automation features. **Can I switch from TextRequest to EZ Texting easily?** Yes. EZ Texting offers support specifically for businesses switching from other platforms. You can start a free trial without a credit card, import your existing contacts, and evaluate the platform before committing. The switch typically takes minutes, not days. ## Get started - Start a 14-day free trial (no credit card required): https://www.eztexting.com/start - See full pricing: https://www.eztexting.com/pricing