Overview
Plivo is a cloud communications platform competing with Twilio, offering voice, SMS, and phone number lookup as part of their broader product suite.
VeriRoute Intel specializes in phone number intelligence, providing deeper data including exclusive LRN Activation Date that Plivo doesn't offer.
Key Differences
LRN Activation Date (VeriRoute Intel Exclusive)
VeriRoute Intel provides the date when a number was last ported — critical for:
- SIM swap fraud detection
- Account takeover prevention
- Trust scoring based on carrier tenure
Plivo's lookup API does not include this information.
Bulk Processing
- VeriRoute Intel: Web-based bulk upload with preview before payment
- Plivo: API-only for bulk lookups
CNAM Data
- VeriRoute Intel: Full CNAM lookup available
- Plivo: Limited caller ID functionality
Different Focus Areas
Plivo is designed for businesses building communications applications:
- Voice calling
- SMS messaging
- Phone numbers for communication
VeriRoute Intel is designed for businesses focused on phone data quality:
- Contact list validation
- Fraud prevention
- Call center optimization
- CRM data enrichment
When to Choose Each
Choose VeriRoute Intel If:
- Phone intelligence is your primary need
- You need LRN Activation Date for fraud detection
- You want easy bulk processing with preview
- You need comprehensive CNAM data
- You want to start free with 10 lookups/month
Choose Plivo If:
- You're building a communications application
- You need voice/SMS alongside phone lookup
- You want one vendor for communications + lookup
Pricing
Both use per-lookup pricing. VeriRoute Intel offers a free tier:
- VeriRoute Intel: 10 free lookups/month included
- Plivo: Limited trial credits
Get Exclusive Data
LRN Activation Date included free with every lookup.