Quick Comparison
| Feature | Botract | Manychat |
|---|---|---|
| Primary platform | Telegram-first | Instagram & Facebook first |
| Telegram support | Full native support | Added as secondary channel |
| Free plan | 1 bot, 300 msgs/mo | 1,000 contacts (IG/FB only) |
| Paid plans from | $9/mo | $15/mo |
| Telegram bot templates | 6 business-specific | Mostly IG/FB templates |
| Stripe payments | Built-in | Pro plan only |
| Telegram inline keyboards | Full support | Limited |
| Instagram automation | No | Yes (core feature) |
| Facebook Messenger | No | Yes (core feature) |
| Setup complexity | Simple (Telegram-focused) | More complex (multi-platform) |
| Best for | Telegram business automation | Instagram/Facebook marketing |
The Core Difference
Manychat built its reputation on Instagram and Facebook Messenger automation. Telegram support was added later as a secondary channel. This means Telegram-specific features like inline keyboards, bot commands, mini apps, and channel management are not as deeply integrated as platforms built specifically for Telegram.
Botract is Telegram-first. Every feature, template, and workflow is designed for Telegram's capabilities and business use cases. You get deeper Telegram integration, purpose-built business templates, and simpler setup because the platform is not trying to serve five different messaging channels simultaneously.
Manychat's free plan also only covers Instagram and Facebook — Telegram requires the Pro plan at $15/month. Botract's free plan includes Telegram from day one.
When to Choose Botract
Choose Botract if Telegram is your primary or only bot channel. You get better Telegram-specific features, business-focused templates, built-in Stripe payments, and lower pricing. The free plan includes Telegram, and paid plans start at $9/month versus Manychat's $15/month for Telegram access.
When to Choose Manychat
Choose Manychat if your primary automation needs are on Instagram or Facebook Messenger and you want to add Telegram as an additional channel. Manychat's Instagram automation (comment-to-DM, story replies, Reels engagement) is best-in-class, and having Telegram alongside makes sense if those are your main platforms.
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