OnRaven vs WATI

OnRaven vs WATI

An honest look at how both platforms compare — based on publicly available information.

All information on this page is based on publicly available data from wati.io and other public sources as of April 2026. Pricing, features, and policies may have changed. WATI is a trademark of its respective owner. OnRaven is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by WATI. We encourage you to verify details directly on their website.

Quick Comparison

WATI

Starting Price
From ~$39/mo (Growth)
Pricing Model
Based on plan tier + per-conversation markup
Channels
1-2
Free Plan
Not available (7-day free trial)
API Access
Available on Pro plan

OnRaven

Starting Price
$0 (Free forever)
Pricing Model
Flat — no per-seat or per-contact fees
Channels
11+
Free Plan
Yes — free forever
API Access
Business plan ($299/mo)

Feature Comparison

Starting Price
WATI
From ~$39/mo (Growth)
OnRaven
$0 (Free forever); paid from $49/mo
Free Plan
WATI
Not available (7-day free trial)
OnRaven
Yes — free forever
Pricing Model
WATI
Plan tier + per-conversation markup
OnRaven
Flat monthly pricing
Included Users (entry plan)
WATI
Check wati.io for latest details
OnRaven
1 user on Free; 5 on Professional
Channels Supported
WATI
WhatsApp (primary), limited multi-channel
OnRaven
11+ channels
WhatsApp Business API
WATI
Core product — includes Meta markup
OnRaven
Included on all plans
WhatsApp API Markup
WATI
Includes Meta markup (~15-20%)
OnRaven
No markup — direct Meta pricing
AI / Copilot Features
WATI
Check wati.io for latest details
OnRaven
AI Copilot, smart compose, AI agent
IVR / Phone System
WATI
Not available
OnRaven
Built-in IVR, phone, WhatsApp Calling
Automation Workflows
WATI
WhatsApp-focused automation
OnRaven
Visual no-code bot builder on all plans
API Access
WATI
Available on Pro plan
OnRaven
Business plan ($299/mo)
Conversation Limits
WATI
Check wati.io for latest details
OnRaven
Unlimited on paid plans
Contact Limits
WATI
Check wati.io for latest details
OnRaven
Unlimited on all plans
Bilingual Support (EN/ES)
WATI
Check wati.io for latest details
OnRaven
Full EN/ES platform and support

Key Differences

Where they differ: WhatsApp API pricing

WATI includes a markup on Meta's WhatsApp conversation pricing (approximately 15-20%). OnRaven passes through Meta's direct pricing with no additional markup on WhatsApp conversations.

Where they differ: Channel breadth

WATI is primarily a WhatsApp-first platform with limited multi-channel support. OnRaven supports 11+ channels including Instagram, TikTok, SMS, RCS, Email, phone/IVR, and more alongside WhatsApp.

Where they differ: Target audience

WATI is designed for businesses whose primary communication channel is WhatsApp. OnRaven is built for businesses that need to manage conversations across many channels in a single inbox.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Disclaimer: This comparison is based on publicly available information gathered from wati.io, public documentation, and third-party review sites as of April 2026. All trademarks, logos, and brand names belong to their respective owners. OnRaven does not claim affiliation with, endorsement by, or sponsorship from WATI or its parent company. Feature availability and pricing are subject to change — please verify directly with each provider. If you represent WATI and believe any information on this page is inaccurate, please contact us at legal@onraven.com and we will promptly review and correct it.