Bird (formerly MessageBird) vs Courier
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Mobile Marketing Software Platforms (2026). Last verified July 7, 2026.
The short answer
Bird (formerly MessageBird) ranks higher on Top 11 (#10 vs #11) for Mobile growth and lifecycle marketers choosing app engagement platforms. Omnichannel messaging strong on SMS and WhatsApp, with push as one channel.
At a glance
| Bird (formerly MessageBird) | Courier | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #10 / The 11 Best Mobile Marketing Software Platforms (2026) | #11 / The 11 Best Mobile Marketing Software Platforms (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.3 | 7.1 |
| Best for | Best for SMS and WhatsApp-led messaging | Best notification-API wildcard for product teams |
| Pricing | $ (usage-based, from low monthly plus per-message) | $ ($0 to usage-based/mo) |
| HQ | Amsterdam, Netherlands | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2011 | 2019 |
Bird (formerly MessageBird)
Omnichannel messaging strong on SMS and WhatsApp, with push as one channel.
bird.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Mobile Marketing Software Platforms (2026)
Courier
One notification API routes push, email, SMS, and chat with preference control.
www.courier.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Mobile Marketing Software Platforms (2026)
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