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Twilio Makes Calls Simple.1Lookup Makes Validation Smart.

Twilio Lookup is a basic phone validation service—but it stops at carrier identification. 1Lookup is a comprehensive intelligence platform: it validates, analyzes, detects fraud, and provides deep insights at scale. Built for businesses who need accuracy, speed, and value.

Integrated Fraud Detection

Unlike Twilio, 1Lookup includes advanced fraud detection with every phone lookup. Identify suspicious patterns, detect spam numbers, and prevent fraudulent activities before they impact your business.

Real-time fraud scoring
Spam number identification
Pattern recognition
Risk assessment

Superior Performance

Experience 60% faster response times with 1Lookup's globally distributed infrastructure. Our edge servers and optimized algorithms deliver consistently fast results worldwide.

156ms avg response time
Global edge network
99.99% uptime SLA
Auto-scaling infrastructure

Transparent Pricing

Save 70% compared to Twilio with our straightforward pricing model. No hidden fees, complex tiers, or usage commitments. Pay only for what you use with volume discounts.

70% cost savings
No hidden fees
Volume discounts
Transparent pricing

Comprehensive Data

Get more than just basic carrier info. 1Lookup provides HLR data, network intelligence, porting history, and subscriber status that Twilio doesn't offer.

HLR lookup included
Network intelligence
Porting history
Subscriber status

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

See how 1Lookup outperforms Twilio across key metrics

Feature1LookupTwilio LookupWinner

Phone Validation Accuracy

Higher accuracy means fewer false positives and better data quality

Enterprise-grade accuracy95% typical accuracy

API Response Time

Faster responses improve user experience and conversion rates

156ms average globally400ms+ typical response

Pricing

70% cost savings with volume discounts available

$0.005 per lookup$0.015 per lookup

HLR Lookup

Get subscriber status, roaming, and network intelligence

Real-time HLR data includedBasic carrier info only

Fraud Detection

Identify suspicious numbers and prevent fraud

Built-in fraud scoringNot available

Global Coverage

Better coverage in emerging markets

195+ countries180+ countries

Rate Limiting

Scale without throttling concerns

No rate limitsStrict rate limits

Support Quality

Get help when you need it most

24/7 dedicated supportStandard support tiers
Security & Fraud Prevention

Stop Fraud Before It Starts With Intelligence Twilio Can't Match

While Twilio only validates if a phone number exists, 1Lookup goes deeper. Our advanced fraud detection engine analyzes patterns, identifies suspicious numbers, and provides real-time risk scoring. Protect your business from SMS fraud, account takeovers, and fake registrations with intelligence that learns and adapts.

Real-time Risk Scoring

Instant fraud probability assessment for every number

Pattern Recognition

Detect suspicious behavior patterns across millions of numbers

Adaptive Learning

AI that improves fraud detection accuracy over time

Fraud Risk Score
HIGH RISK
Spam Indicator:92%
VOIP Detection:Yes
Recent Reports:147
Confidence:99.2%

Global Response Times

🇺🇸 North America
142ms
🇪🇺 Europe
158ms
🌏 Asia Pacific
167ms
Average: 156ms

vs Twilio's 400ms+

Performance & Speed

Deliver Results 60% Faster Than Twilio's Sluggish API

Speed matters when users are waiting. 1Lookup's globally distributed edge network delivers validation results in under 200ms worldwide, while Twilio's centralized infrastructure struggles with 400ms+ response times. Our optimized algorithms and strategic caching ensure your users never wait, improving conversion rates and user experience.

Edge Computing Network

15 global data centers for minimal latency

Intelligent Routing

Automatic routing to nearest available server

99.99% Uptime SLA

Guaranteed availability with automatic failover

Data Intelligence

Get Complete Phone Intelligence, Not Just Basic Carrier Info

Twilio stops at telling you the carrier. 1Lookup provides a complete intelligence profile: HLR data, subscriber status, porting history, network type, roaming information, and more. Make informed decisions with data that actually helps your business understand and verify your users.

HLR Lookup Data
Subscriber Status
Network Intelligence
Roaming Detection
Porting History
Line Type Detection
Regional Coverage
Timezone Data

Complete Phone Profile

Carrier:Verizon Wireless
Line Type:Mobile
HLR Status:Active
Roaming:Not Roaming
Ported:Yes (2023-03-15)
Network:5G/LTE
Timezone:EST (UTC-5)
Country:United States

Simple Migration from Twilio

// Before (Twilio)
const response = await twilio
  .lookups.phoneNumbers(number)
  .fetch({type: ['carrier']});
// After (1Lookup)
const response = await fetch(
  `https://api.1lookup.io/v1/validate/{number}`,
  {headers: {'X-API-Key': key}}
);
One-line change
Compatible response format
More data included
Developer Experience

Migrate in Minutes With Better Docs and Support Than Twilio

Switch from Twilio's complex SDK to 1Lookup's clean REST API in one line of code. Our documentation is clearer, our examples work out of the box, and our support team actually responds. Plus, no rate limits means you can scale without the throttling headaches that plague Twilio users.

No Rate Limits

Scale to millions of requests without throttling

24/7 Support

Real humans, not chatbots, when you need help

Clear Documentation

Examples that work, guides that make sense

Pricing & Scale

Save 70% on Phone Validation Without Sacrificing Quality

Twilio's complex pricing tiers and hidden fees add up fast. 1Lookup offers transparent, predictable pricing that scales with your business. No surprise charges, no commitment requirements, no rate limit fees. Just better validation at a fraction of the cost.

70% Cost Savings

$0.005 vs Twilio's $0.015 per lookup

No Hidden Fees

What you see is what you pay—no surprises

Volume Discounts

Save even more as you scale up

Monthly Cost Comparison

100K lookups/month
$500$1,500

Save $1,000/month

1M lookups/month
$4,500$15,000

Save $10,500/month

10M lookups/month
$40,000$150,000

Save $110,000/month

Average savings: 70%

Migrate from Twilio in Minutes

Simple migration with immediate benefits

1

Get Your API Key

Sign up for free and get your API credentials instantly. No lengthy approval process.

2

Update Your Code

Simple one-line change to switch from Twilio to 1Lookup. Compatible response format.

3

Test & Validate

Use our free credits to test and validate the improved accuracy and speed.

4

Go Live

Deploy with confidence knowing you have better data at a lower cost.

Ready to Upgrade from Twilio?

Join thousands of developers who've switched to 1Lookup for better accuracy, faster responses, and significant cost savings.

100 free API calls • No credit card required • Migration support included