Bulk SMS in New Zealand
Reach customers instantly with reliable bulk SMS, alerts, reminders and 2-way messaging – powered by direct NZ carrier connections and a simple SMS API. Pay only for what you send.
Business SMS that delivers
98% open rates
SMS gets read in minutes – far more reliable than email for alerts, reminders and time-sensitive messages.
Direct NZ carriers
Direct connections to Spark, One NZ and 2degrees mean fast, dependable local delivery.
Powerful SMS API
Send and receive at scale with our REST API – integrate with your CRM, app or tools like Zapier and Make.
Pay as you go
No lock-in contracts – buy credits and pay only for the messages you actually send.
Simple bulk SMS pricing
Per-message pricing that drops as your volume grows.
Free-to-reply numbers, shared & dedicated shortcodes and API access available. See full SMS rates or contact us for a volume quote.
| Volume | Per SMS (excl GST) |
|---|---|
| Pay as you go | 12c |
| Higher volume | 11c |
| Bulk / enterprise | 10c |
One platform, every message
Marketing & promotions
Appointment reminders
Alerts & notifications
2-way conversations
OTP / verification codes
Email-to-SMS
Shortcodes
Delivery reports
Built for developers
Send an SMS with a single API call – JSON in, delivery receipts out. Full docs, sandbox and NZ support.
POST https://api.beconnect.co.nz/v1/sms { "to": "+64211234567", "from": "MyBiz", "text": "Your order is on its way" }
Bulk SMS FAQs
Quick answers about pricing, the API, replies and sender IDs. Anything else? Our NZ-based team is a call away.
How much does bulk SMS cost in NZ?
Pricing starts at 12c per SMS and drops to 10c per message at higher volumes (excl GST). There are no lock-in contracts – you buy credits and pay only for what you send. Contact us for a tailored volume quote.
Do you have an SMS API?
Yes. Our REST API lets you send and receive SMS programmatically, with delivery receipts and inbound message webhooks. You can also connect no-code tools like Zapier, Make and Power Automate.
Can customers reply to my messages?
Yes – with 2-way messaging and free-to-reply numbers, customers can text back and you can manage conversations from the dashboard or via the API.
Is it reliable for time-sensitive alerts?
Yes. We use direct connections to the NZ carriers (Spark, One NZ, 2degrees) for fast, dependable delivery, with real-time delivery reports so you know each message arrived.
Can I send from my business name?
Yes – you can send using an alphanumeric sender ID (your business name), a virtual mobile number, or a shared or dedicated shortcode depending on your needs.
Start sending business SMS today
Talk to our NZ-based team about the right SMS setup and volume pricing for your business.
