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WATI: alternative and comparison for WhatsApp Business API

What WATI is

WATI is a platform focused on giving access to the official WhatsApp Business API with a shared team inbox, basic chatbots, and message automation — built mainly for businesses already operating on the official API.

What tools like this usually offer

What to check before choosing

Where HeroChat fits in

HeroChat also gives a shared inbox on top of the official WhatsApp API, but with an AI bot that understands natural language (not just fixed rules), a product catalog connected to payment, and content tools for ads — all built so you don't need a technical team to keep it running.

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Básico $15/mo See more ▾

The full CRM, to sell over WhatsApp without generating AI ads.

  • Everything in the CRM included
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Intermedio $22/mo See more ▾

The complete CRM + Vox: generate your own AI ads.

  • Everything in the Basic plan
  • 🎬 Vox: AI script generator
  • 🗣️ Free voice narration
  • 🖼️ 30+ image/video/audio tools
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Premium $30/mo See more ▾

Everything, no limits: clone your voice and create talking avatars.

  • Everything in the Pro plan
  • 🎙️ Clone your own voice (free)
  • 🎭 Talking avatar — photo + audio → video
  • ✨ Remove objects/watermarks with AI
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Frequently asked questions

Does WATI require the official WhatsApp Business API?

Yes, it's designed specifically to operate on top of that API.

Do rule-based chatbots understand any customer message?

No, they tend to fail if the customer types something different from the configured keywords.

Does HeroChat understand natural language instead of just fixed rules?

Yes, HeroChat's AI bot interprets the intent of the message, not just exact keywords.

Do platforms like this include a catalog and payment?

It depends — several focus only on messaging, without an integrated catalog or payment.

Pick your plan and start today

Secure payment processed by Hotmart.

Básico $15/mo See more ▾

The full CRM, to sell over WhatsApp without generating AI ads.

  • Everything in the CRM included
Get started →
Intermedio $22/mo See more ▾

The complete CRM + Vox: generate your own AI ads.

  • Everything in the Basic plan
  • 🎬 Vox: AI script generator
  • 🗣️ Free voice narration
  • 🖼️ 30+ image/video/audio tools
Get started →
Premium $30/mo See more ▾

Everything, no limits: clone your voice and create talking avatars.

  • Everything in the Pro plan
  • 🎙️ Clone your own voice (free)
  • 🎭 Talking avatar — photo + audio → video
  • ✨ Remove objects/watermarks with AI
Get started →