Respond.io Pricing in 2026

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Complete breakdown of Respond.io plans, costs, and what you get at each tier.

Quick Take

Respond.io's Growth costs $159/mo with conversation limits. Converge offers unlimited conversations for $49/mo.

Respond.io Plans & Pricing

Starter

$79/mo (annual) / $99/mo (monthly)

  • • 5 user seats
  • • 1,000 monthly active contacts
  • • AI Assist and AI Agents
  • +3 more features

⚠️ WhatsApp per-conversation fees extra, annual billing required for $79 rate, 1,000 contact cap

Growth Comparable

$159/mo (annual) / $199/mo (monthly)

  • • 10 user seats
  • • 1,000+ monthly active contacts (scales with pricing)
  • • AI Agents with workflows
  • +3 more features

⚠️ Extra users ~$12 per 5 users, contact overage fees, WhatsApp API charges, AI usage can add up

Advanced

$279/mo (annual) / $349/mo (monthly)

  • • 25 user seats
  • • Multiple workspaces
  • • Custom channels
  • +3 more features

⚠️ Extra users extra, WhatsApp per-conversation fees still apply, monthly rate is $349

Enterprise

Custom

  • • Unlimited users
  • • Higher API rate limits
  • • Dedicated success manager
  • +1 more features

⚠️ Implementation fees, custom pricing negotiation

Cost Comparison: Respond.io vs Converge

Comparing Growth (Annual billing. 10 user seats, contact-based pricing scales with usage. Extra users ~$12/5 users. Monthly billing is $199/mo.)

Plan Respond.io/year Converge/year Savings
Growth $1,908 $588 $1,320
Note: Annual billing. 10 user seats, contact-based pricing scales with usage. Extra users ~$12/5 users. Monthly billing is $199/mo.. Converge has unlimited conversations with no overage fees.

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Respond.io Pricing Model

  • • Conversation/ticket-based pricing
  • • Overage fees when limits exceeded
  • • Volume limits per tier
  • • AI/automation often costs extra

Converge Pricing Model

  • ✓ $49/month flat
  • ✓ Up to 15 team members
  • ✓ All features included
  • ✓ Unlimited conversations

Is Respond.io Worth the Price?

Respond.io's strength is ai agents that handle complex conversations, qualify leads, and trigger workflow automations without human intervention. However, conversation limits and overage fees can make monthly costs unpredictable.

For teams that want predictable costs without per-seat fees or usage caps, Converge's $49/mo flat rate covers up to 15 agents with unlimited conversations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Respond.io cost?
Respond.io starts at $159/month. Plans range from Starter ($79/mo (annual) / $99/mo (monthly)) to Enterprise (Custom).
Is there a free plan for Respond.io?
No, Respond.io doesn't offer a free plan. The lowest tier starts at $159/month. For a free trial alternative, Converge offers a 14-day trial at $49/month flat—no credit card required.
What's included in Respond.io's pricing?
Respond.io's Starter plan includes: 5 user seats, 1,000 monthly active contacts, AI Assist and AI Agents. Note: WhatsApp per-conversation fees extra, annual billing required for $79 rate, 1,000 contact cap Higher tiers add more advanced features.
Is Respond.io worth the price?
Respond.io is best for Sales-oriented teams needing AI agents, broadcast messaging, and CRM integrations for lead-to-customer conversion. Pros include: Powerful AI Agents for automated customer conversations; Visual workflow automation builder with conditional logic. However, Usage-based pricing makes costs unpredictable as you scale. Consider your team size and needs when evaluating.
How does Respond.io pricing compare to alternatives?
Respond.io at $159/month uses tiered pricing. Alternatives like Converge offer flat $49/month for up to 15 agents, which can be more cost-effective for growing teams.

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