SashiDo Push Notifications vs Pushwoosh
Included with hosting vs DAU-based pricing with omnichannel complexity
Pushwoosh is an omnichannel platform with journey builders, CDP features, and email/SMS/WhatsApp integration. It charges based on Daily Active Users with pricing that escalates as you grow. Setup typically takes 2-4 hours for full SDK integration across platforms. SashiDo includes unlimited push notifications with Parse Server hosting from $4.95/mo. Pay for infrastructure (requests, database, traffic), not per-DAU fees. Direct APNs/FCM integration, 15-minute setup, and open-source foundation with data portability.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Simple push infrastructure vs complex omnichannel suite
Pricing & Cost
Reliability & Performance
Setup & Integration
Features & Capabilities
Support & Migration
Note: We've done our best to present accurate information based on publicly available data and customer feedback. If you notice any inaccuracies, please let us know.
Why Developers Choose SashiDo Over Pushwoosh
Eliminate DAU pricing and omnichannel complexity
No DAU Pricing Trap - Save $500+/Month
Pushwoosh charges based on Daily Active Users with escalating tier pricing as you grow. At 50K users, expect $500-1,000+/month. Email, SMS, and WhatsApp channels cost extra. SashiDo hosting from $4.95/mo includes unlimited push at no extra cost. Pay for infrastructure (requests, DB, traffic), not per-user metrics. At 50K users, total costs $25-50/mo. Save 90%+ on push while getting complete backend. See our transparent pricing.
Direct APNs/FCM vs Platform Layer
Pushwoosh operates on private infrastructure with 99.9% uptime and adds a platform layer between your app and APNs/FCM to provide marketing automation features. SashiDo uses direct APNs/FCM integration with 99.9% uptime, eliminating the platform layer. Zero dropped from our infrastructure, sub-second latency, and real-time diagnostics showing exact APNs/FCM error codes. Simpler architecture without additional infrastructure dependencies.
15 Minutes Setup vs SDK Integration
Pushwoosh provides SDKs for iOS, Android, web, and cross-platform frameworks (Adobe Air, Cordova, Flutter, Outsystems, Expo, React Native, Unity, MAUI .NET). Full production setup typically takes 2-4 hours including SDK integration, platform configuration, certificate setup, and testing. SashiDo setup: upload APNs/FCM credentials to dashboard, call Parse.Push.send() from Cloud Code, done. 15 minutes to production. No SDK integration needed, works with any framework via REST API.
Push-Only Simplicity vs Omnichannel Complexity
Pushwoosh positions as "one platform for complete user journey" with Customer Journey Builder, ManyMoney AI copilot, Actionable CDP, and omnichannel messaging (push/email/SMS/WhatsApp). Feature-rich but complex for teams only needing push. Each channel costs extra. SashiDo focuses on developer-friendly push infrastructure included with Parse Server hosting. Simple, fast, no feature bloat. Integrate specialized services (SendGrid, Twilio) only when needed via Cloud Code.
Real-Time Segmentation with Full Database Access
Pushwoosh provides visual segmentation (tags, attributes, events, RFM criteria, grouped filters with AND/OR logic) designed for marketing teams. Powerful but platform-dependent. SashiDo provides unlimited real-time segmentation through MongoDB queries on your actual database. Query any field instantly, no platform constraints. Cloud Code enables custom trigger logic without visual builder limitations. Built for developers who need precision and speed.
No Vendor Lock-In (Open Parse Server)
Pushwoosh uses proprietary APIs, custom CDP features, and journey definitions requiring platform-specific integration. Migration involves rebuilding workflows. SashiDo runs open-source Parse Server with standard MongoDB. Export entire database anytime, migrate to any Parse host or self-host. Your data, full control, simpler migration path.
Is Pushwoosh right for you?
Pushwoosh is a comprehensive omnichannel engagement platform with advanced features like Customer Journey Builder, ManyMoney AI copilot, Actionable CDP, and multi-channel support (push/email/SMS/WhatsApp). It claims 99.9% uptime, 1M+ messages/minute, and ISO 27001/SOC 2/GDPR compliance. However, the platform uses Daily Active User (DAU) pricing that scales with growth, charges separately for email/SMS/WhatsApp channels, and requires SDK integration across all platforms. For teams needing only push notifications without omnichannel marketing complexity, the feature set becomes overkill. Many choose SashiDo to eliminate per-user push fees entirely (hosting from $4.95/mo vs $500+/mo), maximize delivery reliability with direct APNs/FCM, deploy in 15 minutes with zero SDK requirements, and maintain data portability with open-source Parse Server.
Consider SashiDo Push Notifications if you:
Common Questions
How much does SashiDo cost compared to Pushwoosh's DAU-based pricing?
SashiDo hosting starts at $4.95/mo and includes unlimited push notifications at no extra cost. You pay for infrastructure (requests, database, traffic), not per-user push fees. Pushwoosh charges based on Daily Active Users with escalating tier pricing. Industry reports suggest $200-400/mo for 5K DAU, $500-1,000+/mo for 50K DAU. Email, SMS, and WhatsApp cost extra. At 50K users, SashiDo costs ~$25-50/mo total vs Pushwoosh's $500+/mo. Save 90%+ while getting complete backend infrastructure. See our transparent pricing.
How long does Pushwoosh setup actually take vs SashiDo's 15 minutes?
Pushwoosh advertises "15 minutes to integrate our SDK" but full implementation typically takes 2-4 hours when you include: SDK installation for iOS, Android, and web, cross-platform framework setup (React Native, Flutter, Expo, Unity, Cordova), certificate configuration, platform-specific settings, and proper testing. SashiDo setup: upload APNs/FCM credentials to dashboard, call Parse.Push.send() from Cloud Code, done. Genuinely 15 minutes to production with no SDK integration or platform-specific configuration needed.
Do I need Pushwoosh's omnichannel features or just push notifications?
Pushwoosh positions as a complete omnichannel platform with Customer Journey Builder, ManyMoney AI copilot, Actionable CDP, and multi-channel messaging (push/email/SMS/WhatsApp). Feature-rich for marketing teams running complex campaigns, but overkill if you only need push. Each channel costs extra. SashiDo focuses on developer-friendly push infrastructure included with Parse Server hosting. Simple, fast, affordable. Integrate specialized services (SendGrid for email, Twilio for SMS) only when needed via Cloud Code. Pay for what you actually use.
How does SashiDo's direct APNs/FCM compare to Pushwoosh's platform layer?
Pushwoosh operates on private infrastructure with 99.9% uptime and adds a platform layer: Your app → Pushwoosh servers → APNs/FCM → device. This provides their marketing automation features but creates dependency on their infrastructure. SashiDo uses direct APNs/FCM integration: Your Cloud Code → APNs/FCM → device. Eliminates the platform layer for sub-second latency, and you see raw APNs/FCM error codes for instant debugging. Simpler architecture without infrastructure middleman.
Can I migrate from Pushwoosh without losing segments and workflows?
Pushwoosh migration is complex. The platform uses proprietary APIs, custom CDP features, tags/attributes system, and visual journey definitions that don't export to competitors. You must manually rebuild segmentation logic and workflows. SashiDo uses standard APNs/FCM with open-source Parse Server. Export entire MongoDB database anytime, migrate to any Parse host or self-host. Simple token migration, no proprietary platform dependencies. See our migration guide guide.
What happens when my DAU grows from 5K to 50K with Pushwoosh vs SashiDo?
Pushwoosh's DAU-based pricing escalates dramatically as you grow: from ~$200-400/mo (5K DAU) to $500-1,000+/mo (50K DAU)—a 2.5-3x increase. Tier changes often require plan upgrades with feature changes. With SashiDo, you pay for infrastructure scaling (from ~$15/mo to ~$50/mo), but push notifications stay included with no per-user fees. Predictable costs based on actual usage (requests, storage, traffic), not arbitrary DAU metrics. Scale confidently without pricing cliffs.
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Vlad
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Vlad
iOS Dev @ producthunt.com
Focus on the product, SashiDo handle the rest.
Kasper Tornoe
CEO @ swipesapp.com
Great support team!
Finn Larsen
Co-founder and CTO @ mustache.dk
It's really simple for both migration and new projects.
Karl Dunkelman
Production Manager @ lightmaker.com
to fit the needs of a variety of mobile applications that we build at Lightmaker.
Faisal Shah
Technical lead @ merchantaccountsolutions.com
Their File Migration Tool was the core reason I got hooked up with them immediately.
They Know their STUFF!
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and has been running like clockwork for our users around the globe ever since.
The support team is super responsive!
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Mobile Developer @ Sayko, Inc.
especially for mobile application developers!
Thanks SashiDo!
Muhamad Jawdat Akoum
Technical Manager and Software Engineer @ mojo-tribe.com
Sashido gives priority to its clients and their needs.
They are very active and responsive to their tickets, hence they are continuously improving.
Scott Carr
CEO & Co-Founder @ scancandyapp.com
I strongly urge you to move to SashiDo. They truly care about your business.
Claes Jacobsson
Founder @ lookmark.io
and has been running like clockwork for our users around the globe ever since.
The support team is super responsive!
Emre Memis
Mobile Developer @ Sayko, Inc.
especially for mobile application developers!
Thanks SashiDo!
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