Headline price is only one part of chatbot cost
Before choosing a WhatsApp automation tool, compare the connection architecture, automated reply limits, AI limits, setup work, support, and the time your team still spends reviewing conversations.
Linked device or official WhatsApp Business Platform?
Linked-device tools are usually quicker to test with an existing number, but they depend on the linked session and are not the official business API. Official-platform providers may require business setup and use Meta’s conversation-based infrastructure. Choose based on reliability, compliance, and scale—not setup speed alone.
Botifyo’s current limits
| Plan | Price | Automated replies/day | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-day trial | $0 | 50 | Testing the full flow |
| Starter | $9/month | 500 | Small businesses |
| Pro | $29/month | 5,000 | Higher-volume use |
Questions to ask every provider
- Is the connection official or linked-device based?
- What happens when a session disconnects?
- Are AI tokens or messages billed separately?
- Can a human take over without the bot continuing to reply?
- Can groups, personal contacts, broadcasts, and channels be excluded?
- Can you export or delete your data?
Calculate value after activation
Do not upgrade based only on registration. First prove that the number connects, a real customer-style message arrives, the answer follows your rules, and an advisor can take over safely.
Ready to try it yourself?
Use the 7-day trial to connect WhatsApp, test a real customer question, and verify the first bot reply.
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