ManyChat alternative
A ManyChat alternative that does not bill contacts.
Instagram comment-to-DM and story automations with a flat bill. Free 1,000 DMs vs ManyChat’s 25 contacts. Creator $4.99 vs Essential from $14.
What you get
Built for creators who reply in private.
The same automation stack — tuned to what you came here looking for.
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25 vs 1,000
ManyChat free contacts vs Xuios free DMs.
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$14 vs $4.99
Essential entry vs Creator unlimited.
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Overage vs none
They charge extra contacts. We do not.
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AI add-on vs Pro
Their AI is extra. Ours is $8.99.
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ManyChat is good. The invoice is the product.
ManyChat is the default Instagram automation answer for a reason: flow builder, channels, partner status. After March 2026 their Free plan is 25 active contacts. Paid starts around $14/mo for 250 contacts, then overage. AI is an add-on near $29/mo. A viral comment-to-DM is how the bill jumps.
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When Xuios is the better ManyChat alternative
You only need Instagram. You want comment-to-DM, a follow gate, and tracked links. You do not want to explain “active contacts” to yourself at 1am. Creator is $4.99/mo unlimited DMs. Pro is $8.99/mo with AI included.
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When to stay on ManyChat
You run WhatsApp, SMS, email, and Instagram from one canvas, and you have the budget for contact tiers. We will not pretend a focused Instagram tool replaces that suite.
FAQ
Common questions
Is Xuios a full ManyChat clone?
No. We do not ship WhatsApp, SMS, or a visual flow canvas. We ship Instagram DMs that send.
Will my ManyChat flows import?
No. You recreate the keyword and the DM in Xuios. Most comment-to-DM setups take a few minutes.
Do you have a trial?
Paid plans include a 14-day trial. Free does not need a card.
Start free. Upgrade when comments don’t stop.
Free includes 1,000 DMs. Paid plans include a 14-day trial.