AWS vs TNZ: Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | AWS | TNZ |
|---|---|---|
| Local Support | Self-service documentation and tiered, global support model | Support from real humans in NZ & AU included with all plans |
| Local Carrier Expertise | Limited | Deep understanding of UEMA & ACMA rules |
| Unified Platform | Split across services ((SNS, SES, SQS, Lambda)) | One dashboard, one API provides access to all messaging channels |
| NZ Short Codes | Limited or expensive | Fully managed & economic |
| Voice & Fax Capabilities | Requires extra services (Connect) and complex assembly of tools (S3, Lambda) | Voice alerts, Text-to-Speech, and Fax are all native channels in the core platform |
| Fallback Automation | Custom-coded by developers using Lambda functions, SQS queues and custom logic | TNZ Workflows to instantly define channel fallbacks (Email fails, send SMS), no code required |
| Contact Management Tools | Templates limited to SES. Requires separate AWS database (DynamoDB/RDS) for contact management | Integrated Contact Management, campaign tools and Workflows are core features |
| Support Availability | Paid tiers only | Included free |
| Product Roadmap | US-centric | Driven by NZ & AU business needs |
| Pricing Transparency | Fragmented charging for SNS requests, SES emails, plus costs for SQS, Lambda, and other services | Clear, usage-based pricing on one predictable bill in local currency |
AWS: The Fragmented Approach
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Multiple, Separate Tools
Requires different APIs, endpoints, and licenses for core services like SMS (AWS SNS) and Email (AWS SES). -
Complex Integration
Switching channels or adding services often means integrating entirely new products. -
Manual Fallback Coding Required
Developers must write, test, and maintain their own custom logic for any channel failover. -
Elevated Product Tiers
Key functionality and advanced features are locked behind enterprise-tier plans, increasing costs.
TNZ: The Multi-Channel API
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One API, All Channels
Send SMS, Email, Voice, and Fax using a single, unified REST API with one API Key. -
API for Easy Migration
Our REST API uses parameter names compatible with AWS, allowing you to switch providers with minimal code changes. -
Built-in Fallback Automation
Automatically trigger SMS, Voice or Email on message failure, no complex DIY coding required. -
Key Functionality
Core functionality available on Starter pricing with no hidden costs or enterprise lock-in.
Designed for Developers & Businesses
Mass Communication
Send SMS messages quickly and easily, whether you're broadcasting to thousands or sending a single message, without rate limits.
Templates & Workflows
Allow your users to design intelligent templates and workflows using the interactive TNZ Dashboard and call them from the API.
Modern Messaging
Support for emojis, built-in URL shortener, and file sharing ensure your messages are engaging and comprehensive.
Real-Time Monitoring
Track message delivery and engagement with real-time status updates, including link click rates and received SMS.
Contact-Based Messaging
Send multi-channel messages to contacts, tracking their journey through workflows.
Easy Integration
Seamlessly integrate with your existing systems using our REST API, designed for easy migration from AWS.
Simple, Predictable Pricing
Avoid bill shock with a single, transparent subscription. With TNZ, you get access to our entire platform, paying for what you use in your local currency.
AWS
Pay-per-product
- Multiple Products & Subscriptions
- Separate services for SMS and Email (SNS and SES)
- Confusing pricing across products
TNZ
$20 per Month
- One Platform, One Subscription
- Access to SMS, Email & Voice
- Per-message billing model and simple bill
"Switching to TNZ has been super easy. Just a quick URL change and we were up and running with much lower messaging costs. We rationalised multiple services into a single API endpoint."
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