NowSMS vs Smstools
| NowSMS | Smstools | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, api, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, api, iOS, Web |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Two-way messaging | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery reports | Yes | Yes |
| Inbound SMS | Yes | Yes |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Contact management | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best SMS Gateway Software. On Freedom251, Smstools scores higher on our published basis.