Comparison
Whapi vs Maytapi vs
Unlimited Messaging.
Three ways to send WhatsApp messages via API from your normal account, without going through Meta's official Business API. Here, line by line, is what sets Whapi.Cloud, Maytapi and Unlimited Messaging apart - pricing, unlimited messages, SDKs, MCP server and hosting.
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What is an unofficial WhatsApp API?
Whapi.Cloud, Maytapi and Unlimited Messaging belong to the same family: unofficial WhatsApp APIs that rely on your existing WhatsApp account rather than on Meta's official Business API.
The appeal is the same everywhere: no Meta Business account to get verified, no message templates to get approved, no per-message billing. You link a number by QR code and send WhatsApp messages programmatically, unlimited, at a flat price.
The differences play out elsewhere: SDK quality, multi-channel support (WhatsApp and email in the same API), the presence of an MCP server to plug in AI agents, hosting and compliance, support language, and ease of setup.
Important: these services are not endorsed by Meta. As with any unofficial API, you reduce the risk by respecting recipient opt-in and reasonable volumes. This comparison sticks to public facts gathered from the official sites in November 2026 - follow the links to verify, the offers change fast.
On the technical side, Unlimited Messaging ships Python and TypeScript SDKs, an MCP server and an n8n node.
Our detailed guides: Python SDK, TypeScript SDK, MCP server and n8n node.
The comparison
Whapi.Cloud vs Maytapi vs Unlimited Messaging
All three rely on your normal WhatsApp account. Here's where they meet and where they diverge.
| Whapi.Cloudunofficial | Maytapiunofficial | Unlimited Messagingunofficial | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From ~$29/mo per number | From $24/mo per number (yearly), $29 monthly | Free plan or flat subscription |
| Free plan | Sandbox (5 convos/mo) | Free sandbox (5 numbers) + 3-day trial | Free plan |
| Email channel | No | No | Yes (native email) |
| Official SDKs | Python/PHP/Node/Java examples | REST API | Official Python & TypeScript |
| MCP server (AI agents) | Yes, MCP server | Yes, MCP server | Yes, WhatsApp + email |
| No Meta validation or templates | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Unlimited messages | Yes (paid plans) | Yes (paid plans) | Yes, free |
| No-code integrations | n8n, Make, Zapier | Via API / webhooks | n8n + REST API |
| Real-time webhooks | Yes | Yes | Delivered + read + reply, auto-retry |
| EU hosting | Not specified | Not specified | EU cloud |
| Phone support | Not documented | Not documented | Yes (Max plan) |
Pricing and features gathered from the official sites (whapi.cloud, maytapi.com) in November 2026. Offers change - verify via the links.
In brief
The three at a glance
Whapi.Cloud
A solid unofficial gateway: QR code connection, flat price per number, plenty of code examples (Python, PHP, Node, Java) and no-code integrations (n8n, Make, Zapier). From around $29/mo per number, with a free sandbox to test.
Whapi.CloudMaytapi
A developer-oriented unofficial gateway: REST API, multi-device, webhooks, and an MCP server. From $24/mo per number billed yearly ($29 monthly), with a free sandbox, a 3-day trial and no credit card.
MaytapiUnlimited Messaging
REST API + official Python & TypeScript SDKs, an MCP server to plug in AI agents (Claude, ChatGPT), an n8n node, EU hosting and phone support on the Max plan. Unlimited messages, free plan to get started.
Why us
Where Unlimited Messaging stands out
The foundation is the same as at Whapi and Maytapi. The difference is in the finish.
Official Python & TypeScript SDKs
Not just code examples: real maintained SDKs, typed and documented, to integrate in a few lines.
WhatsApp and email in the same call
A single POST /message to send on WhatsApp or by email. Two channels, one integration, zero extra SDK.
Delivered + read + incoming webhooks
One webhook per event: delivered, read, incoming reply. Built-in retry. No polling job to maintain.
MCP server for AI
A hosted MCP server that covers WhatsApp and email together: Claude, ChatGPT and your agents read and send both in natural language.
EU hosting
Infrastructure in the European Union, designed for compliance.
Phone support
On the Max plan, a real support line, and setup in a few minutes.
FAQ
Questions about Whapi, Maytapi and Unlimited Messaging
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Written by
Ilian · Senior Software Engineer
A senior software engineer, he founds and runs several tech companies. He builds products around messaging APIs, automation and AI integration, and shares here what he learns while building.
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