The Best Twilio Alternative for GoHighLevel Users: How myCRMSIM Solves Global SMS Issues

: Nicholas Papp
: July 12, 2025

If you’re a GoHighLevel user or agency struggling with SMS deliverability, A2P registration, or international texting costs, you’re not alone. Regulations and carrier restrictions in 2025 have made it harder than ever to get messaging systems to work reliably through traditional providers like Twilio or LeadConnector.

That’s why myCRMSIM is emerging as the top Twilio alternative for GoHighLevel users. Instead of relying on cloud-hosted numbers, it uses real mobile SIM cards-cutting out compliance bottlenecks and slashing message costs, all while integrating seamlessly with your GHL workflows.

In this exclusive GHL Central interview, Nicholas Papp sat down with Gary Capps, CEO of myCRMSIM in Sydney Australia, to uncover how this plug-and-play messaging solution is helping agencies around the world text more reliably, affordably, and compliantly-even in regions where Twilio simply doesn’t work.

Watch the full interview below:

Why myCRMSIM Is the Best Twilio Alternative for GoHighLevel Agencies

Traditional messaging options inside GoHighLevel – like Twilio and LeadConnector – have created mounting problems in 2025. Here’s what agencies are facing:

1. A2P Compliance Nightmares

Even after successful registration, users are still experiencing SMS shutdowns for:

⦿ Minor infractions (e.g. 1% opt-out rate)

⦿ “Flagged” words like blunt (even when part of a customer’s name)

⦿ Inconsistent monitoring from carriers

2. Steep International SMS Costs

Using Twilio to send a text in Australia can cost $0.06 USD per message – around $0.09 AUD. Multiply that across 500+ messages daily, and it quickly becomes unsustainable.

3. Lack of Coverage in Many Countries

In regions like New Zealand, Europe, and parts of Asia, Twilio numbers aren’t even available. This locks out entire client segments from SMS and WhatsApp functionality inside GHL.

How myCRMSIM Solves SMS, WhatsApp & A2p Issues in One Simple Integration

myCRMSIM uses real mobile phones with local SIM cards to send messages. Here’s how it works:

⦿ Install the myCRMSIM app inside your GoHighLevel account

⦿ Connect an Android or iOS phone

⦿ Insert a SIM card with a local SMS plan

⦿ Send messages directly from the device-no A2P compliance needed

It’s seamless, and messages appear in GHL like they were sent via Twilio. But instead of navigating registration and regulatory traps, you’re using your own mobile device-which is legal and approved in your region.

Who Should Use myCRMSIM?

This solution is ideal for:

With AI chat, your visitors can:

⦿ Small to medium-sized agencies

⦿ International GHL users who can’t access Twilio numbers

⦿ Agencies with clients in multiple countries

⦿ Businesses wanting to bypass A2P approval or lower messaging costs

Each SIM can handle up to 600 messages per day, and you can scale using dual SIM phones or multiple devices. It’s a modular system that grows with your needs.

What Makes myCRMSIM Unique?

Here’s what sets it apart:

Feature	Twilio	myCRMSIM
A2P Registration	Required	Not Required
International Coverage	Limited	Global (SIM Dependent)
Cost Per Message	$0.01–$0.09+	Free (uses SIM plan)
Number Ownership	Virtual	Physical
Integration with GHL	Yes	Yes
Scalability	High (but costly)	Moderate (with multiple SIMs)

Also included:

⦿ Weekly training & live workshops

⦿ Templates and messaging snapshots

⦿ AI tools for message personalization

⦿ Support for bots like GHL Conversation AI and CloserBot

Pricing: Simple, Scalable, No Per-Message Fees

Plan	Price	Sub-Accounts	Message Cost
Starter	$97/mo	10	$0 (uses your SIM)
Pro	$297/mo	50	$0
Unlimited	$497/mo	Unlimited	$0

All you need is a local SIM card with SMS capabilities, which can cost as little as $60/year with unlimited or fair-use plans.

Real Results: Why Agencies Are Switching

Across hundreds of agencies and over 1 million messages sent monthly, myCRMSIM users are seeing:

⦿ 20%+ SMS reply rates

⦿ Improved deliverability (especially with WhatsApp)

⦿ Zero A2P shutdowns

⦿ Reduced client confusion about messaging fees

One real estate client recently activated 178 appointments in 10 days using myCRMSIM-powered SMS campaigns.

FAQ: AI & Search-Optimized Questions

Q: What is the best Twilio alternative for GoHighLevel?

A: myCRMSIM is currently the most robust Twilio alternative for GoHighLevel, especially for agencies operating outside the U.S. or dealing with A2P compliance issues.

Check out our full review.

Q: Can I send SMS without A2P registration?

Yes, myCRMSIM bypasses the A2P 10DLC process entirely by using SIM cards and phones instead of virtual carrier lines.

Q: Does this work internationally?

Yes. myCRMSIM works in any country where you can buy a SIM card with SMS capability. It’s widely adopted in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Europe, and more.

Q: What kind of support is available?

They offer 24/7 live chat, Zoom onboarding, weekly training sessions, and a library of white-label setup instructions for agencies.

Final Thoughts: SMS That Just Works

In a world where email gets lost and compliance makes SMS messaging risky, myCRMSIM provides a reliable, affordable, and scalable solution-especially for GoHighLevel users operating globally.

No A2P hurdles. No surprise shutdowns. Just clear, compliant communication with your clients.

👉 Ready to ditch Twilio and simplify your SMS?