## Quick verdict ### Blooio Cloud-managed iMessage API starting at $39/mo. Numbers come pre-warmed, no Apple ID setup required, no DUNS number needed, and you can send outbound messages immediately. Native integrations with n8n, Make, Zapier, GoHighLevel, and MCP. ### LoopMessage Cloud-based iMessage API starting at $59.99/mo with daily sending limits. Requires a DUNS number and Apple ID setup before you can start. Outbound-first messaging is restricted — you must order a dedicated sender, complete a warm-up period, and only message recently opted-in contacts. ## Feature comparison | Feature | Blooio | LoopMessage | |------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Infrastructure | Fully cloud managed | Cloud managed | | Outbound-First Messaging | Send outbound immediately — no restrictions | Restricted — requires dedicated sender, warm-up, opt-in contacts, and daily limits | | Number Warm-Up | Numbers come pre-warmed | You must complete a warm-up period yourself | | Apple ID Setup | Not required | Required before you can start | | DUNS Number Required | Not required | Required | | Daily Sending Limits | Unlimited messages on all plans | 300 daily contacts (Light) / 1,000 daily contacts (Regular) | | Starting Price | $39/mo flat — unlimited messages | $59.99/mo (Light), $99.99/mo (Regular) | | Sender Name Add-On | Included in every plan | Depends on plan, or $15 one-off fee | | Phone Number Add-On | Included — no extra monthly fee | +$15/mo recurring (or $15 one-off) | | SMS Fallback / Call Forwarding | Available at Twilio pass-through cost, no markup | +$15/mo add-on | | RCS Support | Included since day one | +$15/mo (or $50 one-off) | | WhatsApp Channel | Included on applicable plans | +$10/mo add-on | | Polls (send & receive) | Supported [sendPoll docs](https://docs.blooio.com/polls/sendPoll) | Not available | | Link Preview Control | Full control — title, image, URL [link preview docs](https://docs.blooio.com/guides/link-previews) | Not available | | Native Contact Card Sharing | Native contact card in iMessage [contact card docs](https://docs.blooio.com/guides/contact-card) | VCF file attachment only | | FaceTime Video / Audio | Supported — invite endpoint | Not available | | API Type | REST API with webhooks | REST API with webhooks | | Attachments (Images / Files) | Supported | Supported | | Group Messaging | Supported | Supported | | Read Receipts | Supported | Supported | | Reactions / Tapbacks | Supported | Supported | | Number Pools | Managed pools, add lines instantly | Available on dedicated senders | | Integrations | n8n, Make, Zapier, HighLevel, MCP [View all](/content/integrations/index.html) | API only | | FaceTime Audio / Video | Supported | Not available | | FindMy Endpoints | Supported [View docs](https://docs.blooio.com/location/listLocationContacts) | Not available | | MCP Server | Has MCP server [Learn more](/content/integrations/mcp/index.html) | Not available | | Setup Required | None — sign up and start sending | DUNS number + Apple ID setup + warm-up period | | Free Trial | Yes — no credit card required | Not available | ## Pricing comparison ### Blooio - **Shared plan** — $39/mo, unlimited messages - **Dedicated plan** — from $289/mo, unlimited messages - Numbers come pre-warmed - No Apple ID setup or DUNS number needed - Free trial — no credit card [See pricing](/#pricing) ### LoopMessage — flat price + upcharges - Light: $59.99/mo up to 300 daily contacts; Regular: $99.99/mo up to 1,000 daily contacts - \+ $15/mo phone number add-on - \+ $15/mo SMS-fallback / call-forwarding - \+ $15/mo RCS (or $50 one-off) - \+ $10/mo WhatsApp - Requires DUNS number + Apple ID registration - You handle your own number warm-up **Flat fee vs à la carte:** LoopMessage publishes a base plan at $59.99/mo but layers recurring upcharges for Sender Name, phone number, SMS fallback, RCS, and WhatsApp that can push a real Loop subscription well past $120/mo. Blooio charges a flat $39/mo for shared and $289/mo for dedicated — and includes all the channels without recurring add-on fees. ## Features Blooio has that LoopMessage doesn't ### Polls Blooio supports native iMessage polls via [sendPoll](https://docs.blooio.com/polls/sendPoll)— sending and receiving — with webhook events for every vote. LoopMessage has no polls endpoint. ### FaceTime Audio & Video Blooio exposes a FaceTime invite endpoint for both audio and video calls so customers can join a call straight from a message. LoopMessage has neither. ### Link preview control Blooio lets you control the iMessage link preview image, title, and URL. Use the [link previews guide](https://docs.blooio.com/guides/link-previews) to override Open Graph defaults. LoopMessage does not support custom link previews. ### Native contact card sharing Blooio sends contact cards as native iMessage contact cards — see the [contact card guide](https://docs.blooio.com/guides/contact-card). LoopMessage only supports VCF file attachments, which appear as a file in the chat rather than as a tappable contact. ## Outbound-first messaging: Blooio vs LoopMessage ### Blooio Sign up, get a number, send your first outbound message. Numbers are pre-warmed so you can reach contacts immediately with no restrictions, no warm-up period, and no daily caps. ### LoopMessage Outbound-first messaging is possible only if all of the following are met: - You order a dedicated sender with the "init conversations" option - You complete the warm-up period - The contact has recently opted in or provided consent - You stay within daily limits and intervals ## Choose Blooio if… - You want to send outbound messages from day one - You don't want to deal with Apple ID setup or DUNS numbers - You want pre-warmed numbers out of the box - You need unlimited messages with no daily caps - You use n8n, Make, Zapier, GoHighLevel, or want MCP support - You need FaceTime, FindMy, or iMessage effects - You want to start in minutes with a free trial ## Choose LoopMessage if… - You already have a DUNS number and Apple ID ready - You don't need outbound-first messaging or can wait through warm-up - Daily sending limits fit your volume - You only need basic iMessage API functionality ## Frequently asked questions **What is the main difference between Blooio and LoopMessage?** Both are cloud-based iMessage API services. The key differences are onboarding and outbound messaging. Blooio lets you sign up and send immediately with pre-warmed numbers — no Apple ID, no DUNS number, no warm-up. LoopMessage requires a DUNS number, Apple ID setup, and a warm-up period before outbound messaging, with daily sending limits. **Can I send outbound messages first with LoopMessage?** Only with restrictions. You need a dedicated sender with the init conversations option, must complete a warm-up period, and can only message recently opted-in contacts — all within daily limits. With Blooio, you can message anyone outbound immediately. **Do I need a DUNS number for Blooio?** No. Blooio does not require a DUNS number. Sign up, get a number, and start sending. LoopMessage requires a DUNS number to get started. **How much does LoopMessage cost?** LoopMessage starts at $59.99/mo with daily sending limits. Blooio starts at $39/mo with unlimited messages and no daily caps. **Does Blooio offer a free trial?** Yes. Blooio offers a free trial with no credit card required. You get a phone number and full API access immediately.