What does WATI offer?
WATI offers a WhatsApp Business API platform with a shared team inbox, broadcasts, chatbots and its Astra AI agents, sold in Growth, Pro and Business plans with monthly, quarterly and annual billing.
Checked on 19 Oct 2026 on WATI's pricing page. Prices exclude GST and WhatsApp message charges unless stated.
| Plan | Price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Growth | ₹2,999/month (monthly billing); ₹2,699/month (quarterly billing); ₹2,199/month (yearly billing) | 3 users (no additional users), 1 Astra AI agent, 2,000 AI credits a month, 15k broadcasts a month, 2 integrations, omnichannel inbox |
| Pro | ₹6,499/month (monthly billing); ₹5,799/month (quarterly billing); ₹4,899/month (yearly billing) | 5 users (extra ₹1,299/user/month), 2 Astra AI agents, 5,000 AI credits, unlimited broadcasts, 5 integrations incl. HubSpot |
| Business | ₹18,499/month (monthly billing); ₹16,799/month (quarterly billing); ₹14,799/month (yearly billing) | 5 users (extra ₹2,199/user/month), unlimited Astra AI agents, 20,000 AI credits, integrations incl. Salesforce, dedicated CSMs |
- Additional WhatsApp number: ₹2,499/month per number
- Shopify add-on: $4.99/month (needed for some Shopify features)
- Dedicated onboarding: Included with annual plans
- Message charges: Per message, by type and country, from WATI's rate card
WATI lists a 7-day free trial. GST is not stated on the pricing page.
How does Rainmaqer AI compare with WATI?
| Feature | Rainmaqer AI | WATI |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ₹1,999/mo (yearly) | ₹2,199/mo (Growth, yearly) |
| Monthly billing | No (quarterly or yearly) | Yes, ₹2,999/mo |
| AI agent in the plan | Yes: Sid + six agents | Yes: 1 Astra AI agent on Growth |
| Yes | Yes (omnichannel inbox) | |
| Google reviews | Review requests (replies stay manual) | Not listed on pricing page |
| Deal pipeline | Yes: Deal Home | Not listed on pricing page |
| IndiaMART / JustDial | Yes | Not listed on pricing page |
| Setup help | Onboarding help; live in about a week | Dedicated onboarding on annual plans |
"Not listed on pricing page" means we couldn't find it on WATI's pricing page on 19 Oct 2026. It may exist elsewhere; ask WATI if it matters to you. Rainmaqer AI: ₹1,999/month billed yearly or ₹2,999/month billed quarterly, plus GST (pricing).
Why do businesses look for a WATI alternative?
Usually because they want something different from what WATI is built around. These are the needs that point to a different tool. None of them mean WATI is a poor choice, and it may still be the right one for you; the next section says when.
- You want an AI agent that follows up for days, not only one that answers questions
- You want Instagram DMs and Google review requests handled by the same AI
- You want leads tracked as deals in a pipeline that the AI keeps up to date
- You want IndiaMART and JustDial leads replied to on WhatsApp automatically
- You'd rather pay one plan price than add users or AI credits as you grow
When is WATI the better choice?
- You want monthly billing with no quarterly or yearly commitment.
- Your team runs on Salesforce.
- You expect to scale to many AI agents and want WATI's higher tiers available.
- You want to start with a self-serve 7-day trial.
How do you switch from WATI to Rainmaqer AI?
Tell us how you use WATI today, and we plan the move with you. Meta lets a WhatsApp Business API number move between providers, so you can usually keep your number. Sid learns your business from your website and catalogue, you review it, and most businesses are live in about a week.
- Message us with your current setup and the lead sources you use.
- We plan the number, template and contact move with you.
- Sid drafts a knowledge base from your website and catalogue, and you review it.
- Lead sources connect, your team gets a walkthrough, and Sid goes live.
How we compared
We're Rainmaqer AI, so we've tried to be fair. Every WATI fact on this page comes from WATI's pricing page, which we opened on 19 Oct 2026. We don't use review sites or third-party price lists. Where a feature isn't on that page we say so instead of guessing. If something here is out of date, message us on WhatsApp and we'll correct it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rainmaqer AI cheaper than WATI?
On yearly billing Rainmaqer AI is ₹1,999/month and WATI's Growth plan is ₹2,199/month, per WATI's pricing page on 19 Oct 2026. WATI also offers monthly billing, which Rainmaqer AI doesn't. Compare what each plan includes, not just the price.
Can I move my WhatsApp number from WATI to Rainmaqer AI?
Meta lets a WhatsApp Business API number move between providers. Message us before you switch and we'll plan the move with you, including templates and contacts, during onboarding.
Does Rainmaqer AI have a free trial like WATI?
WATI lists a 7-day free trial. Rainmaqer AI doesn't list one; instead, send us a few real enquiries and we'll show you how Sid would reply and follow up.
Which is better for real estate, WATI or Rainmaqer AI?
If buyers enquire daily and need follow-up for weeks, Rainmaqer AI's Sid qualifies, books site visits and follows up automatically. If your team replies to every chat by hand, WATI's inbox may be enough.