Twilio vs OpenPhone
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms (2026). Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
OpenPhone ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #10) for Businesses sending SMS for support, marketing, and appointment reminders. The best unified VoIP phone and team texting solution.
At a glance
| Twilio | OpenPhone | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #10 / The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms (2026) | #4 / The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.4 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Best for developers & custom builds | Best for integrated phone & text |
| Pricing | $ (Pay-as-you-go) | $$ ($15 to $50/user/mo) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2018 |
Twilio
The ultimate API for developers building custom SMS solutions.
www.twilio.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms (2026)
OpenPhone
The best unified VoIP phone and team texting solution.
www.openphone.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms (2026)
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