Head to head · Best Push Notification Services
Gravitec vs Pusher
Gravitec and Pusher score within 0.2 of each other, so the decision comes down to fit rather than quality.
| Criterion | GravitecMarginal Fit | PusherMarginal Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Capability45% of composite | 2.9 | 3.0 |
| Publisher fit40% of composite | 2.0 | 2.5— higher score for Pusher |
| Total cost of ownership15% of composite | 4.6— higher score for Gravitec | 3.2 |
| Best for | Small, Mid-Market | Small, Mid-Market, Enterprise |
| Pricing | Free up to 10,000 subscribers; Fix plan $20/month. (vendor pricing page, verified 2026-08-06) | Free Sandbox tier available; paid plans start at $49/month (Startup), $99/month (Pro), up to $1,199/month for high-volume plans. |
Gravitec
- Easy to use and set up
- Great customer support
- Powerful automation features
- Limited mobile push support
- Some features can be complex to set up
- Occasional issues with integration
Pusher
- Developer-focused with real-time debug console
- Massive scale: 1 million+ messages per minute to unlimited devices
- Native support for iOS, Android, and web
- Developer-focused design may be less intuitive for non-technical marketers
- Higher tiers (Enterprise $500/month, Priority $3,000/month) are expensive
- Free tier limited to 1,000 subscribers
Common questions
Is Gravitec or Pusher better?
Gravitec and Pusher score within 0.2 of each other, so the decision comes down to fit rather than quality. Gravitec scores 2.8/5 and Pusher scores 2.8/5 on Benchmark Grid's independent assessment. Scores are set editorially by SODP against published criteria and cannot be purchased.
Which is cheaper, Gravitec or Pusher?
On total cost of ownership — which covers pricing transparency, entry cost, implementation, hidden-fee risk and ongoing cost — Gravitec scores 4.6/5 and Pusher scores 3.2/5. A higher score means better value, not a lower sticker price.
How are these scores calculated?
Each tool is assessed across 12 criteria grouped into Capability (45% of the composite), Publisher Fit (40%) and Total Cost of Ownership (15%). Assessment is carried out by SODP's editorial team against a published methodology. Vendors cannot pay for inclusion, scores or rankings.
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