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PayPerWA vs Interakt

Our fee: ₹0.20/msg + ₹0 subscription
Interakt: ₹0.08/msg markup + ₹799+/month subscription

Interakt's per-message markup is lower, but its ₹799+/month subscription means PayPerWA is cheaper until you send roughly 6,600+ messages a month.

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Monthly Subscription Saved

₹799+

PayPerWA charges ₹0/month

Per-Message Total

₹1.06 vs ₹1.07

Meta ₹0.86 + platform markup

Yearly Savings (3K msgs/mo)

₹5,268

No ₹799/mo subscription

Side-by-Side Comparison

Interakt's per-message markup is lower, but its ₹799+/month subscription means PayPerWA costs less at low-to-moderate volumes. Both pay Meta the same ₹0.86/marketing message.

FeaturePayPerWAInterakt
Monthly Subscription₹0₹799+/month
Platform Fee Per Message₹0.20₹0.08
Marketing Msg Total (Meta + Platform)Meta ₹0.86 + PPW ₹0.20 = ₹1.06Meta ₹0.86 + Interakt ₹0.08 = ₹1.07*
Utility Msg TotalMeta ₹0.13 + PPW ₹0.20 = ₹0.33Meta ₹0.13 + Interakt ₹0.08 = ₹0.21
Cost for 3,000 Marketing Msgs/month₹3,180₹2,820 + ₹799 sub = ₹3,619
Cost for 6,000 Marketing Msgs/month₹6,360₹5,640 + ₹799 sub = ₹6,439
Yearly Savings (3,000 msgs/month)—Save ₹5,268/year
Setup Time5 minutes15-30 minutes
Free TrialYes — explore free, pay per use14-day trial
API AccessIncluded (all plans)Growth plan (₹1,999/mo)
Real-Time AnalyticsYesYes
Chatbot BuilderYesLimited
Team MembersUnlimited (coming soon)Limited by plan
SupportEmail + TicketEmail
Contract Lock-inNone — pay as you goMonthly/Annual plans
Hidden FeesZeroHigher plans for features

*Interakt pricing based on their Starter plan. Growth plan costs ₹1,999/mo with additional features.

How We Save You ₹5,268/Year

Monthly subscription saved₹799/month
Extra per-message markup (3,000 msgs)₹0.12 x 3,000 = -₹360/month
Net monthly savings₹799 − ₹360 = ₹439/month
Yearly Savings (approx)₹5,268/year

Based on 3,000 marketing messages/month. Meta charges (₹0.86/msg) are the same on both platforms. PayPerWA's ₹0.20 markup is higher than Interakt's ~₹0.08, but skipping the ₹799+/month subscription keeps you ahead at low-to-moderate volume. Above ~6,600 messages/month, compare both options on our pricing page.

Why Businesses Switch from Interakt

₹0 Monthly Fee

Interakt charges ₹799-₹1,999/month. PayPerWA charges zero. Period.

All Features Included

Interakt locks API, advanced analytics behind expensive plans. We include everything.

5-Minute Setup

Connect WhatsApp, upload contacts, start sending. No lengthy onboarding calls.

Same Official API

Both platforms use Meta's WhatsApp Cloud API. Same delivery quality.

No Contract Lock-in

Pay as you go. No annual plans, no minimum commitment.

Simple Pricing

One rate for everyone: ₹0.20/msg + Meta fees. No confusing tier system.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about switching from Interakt to PayPerWA.

Is PayPerWA cheaper than Interakt?+
For most small businesses, yes. Interakt charges ₹799-₹1,999/month plus a per-message markup of about ₹0.08, while PayPerWA has no subscription and a flat ₹0.20/message fee. Because there is no monthly plan, PayPerWA works out cheaper at lower-to-moderate sending volumes — for example, at 3,000 marketing messages a month you save around ₹5,268 a year. See the breakdown on our pricing page.
Does PayPerWA use the same WhatsApp API as Interakt?+
Yes. Both PayPerWA and Interakt run on Meta's official WhatsApp Cloud API, so delivery, template approval, green-tick eligibility and quality ratings are identical. The difference is only in pricing — PayPerWA charges ₹0.20 per message with zero subscription.
How do I migrate from Interakt to PayPerWA?+
Migration takes about 5 minutes. Connect the same WhatsApp Business number to PayPerWA through Meta's embedded signup, then import your contacts as a CSV and recreate your templates. Your number, approved templates and quality rating stay on your Meta WhatsApp Business Account, so nothing is lost.
Interakt's per-message fee is lower — when is PayPerWA cheaper?+
Interakt's markup (~₹0.08/msg) is lower than PayPerWA's ₹0.20, but Interakt also charges ₹799+/month. That subscription is only worth it once you send roughly 6,600+ marketing messages a month, where the per-message saving outweighs the monthly fee. Below that volume, PayPerWA's no-subscription model is cheaper overall.
Does PayPerWA have a monthly fee like Interakt?+
No. Interakt's plans run from ₹799 to ₹1,999/month and gate features like API access behind higher tiers. PayPerWA has zero subscription: you load a prepaid wallet and ₹0.20 is deducted per message, alongside Meta's standard charge (Marketing ₹0.86, Utility ₹0.13, Auth ₹0.13; service replies within 24 hours are free).
Is there a free Interakt alternative?+
PayPerWA is the closest free Interakt alternative because there is no monthly plan — you only pay ₹0.20 per message plus Meta's per-message charge, and new accounts get a signup bonus to test sending. Unlike Interakt's tiered plans, API access and core features are included for everyone. Compare more options in our best WhatsApp marketing software in India 2026 guide.
Will I lose my WhatsApp number or templates if I leave Interakt?+
No. Your WhatsApp number, approved templates and quality rating belong to your Meta WhatsApp Business Account, not to Interakt. Reconnecting that number to PayPerWA keeps everything intact. You can also weigh up our Wati alternative and AiSensy alternative.
Compare more platforms: all comparisons, Wati alternative, AiSensy alternative, or read Wati vs AiSensy vs PayPerWA.

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