WaveloopvsIceKulfiIC- Instagram comment to DMYes, on every plan
- Story replies to DMYes, on every plan
- DM keyword repliesYes, on every plan
- Follow to unlockYes, Creator plan and up
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A IceKulfi alternative built for Instagram.
IceKulfi is an Instagram tool that turns comments and DMs into automatic replies, with AI-powered replies on its Pro plan and up.
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How Waveloop and IceKulfi compare.
| Feature | Waveloop | IceKulfi |
|---|---|---|
| Instagram comment to DM | Yes, on every plan | Yes, on every plan |
| Story replies to DM | Yes, on every plan | Not listed publicly |
| DM keyword replies | Yes, on every plan | Yes, shown in their how it works example |
| Follow to unlock | Yes, Creator plan and up | Not listed publicly |
| Email collection in DMs | Yes, Creator plan and up | Not listed publicly |
| AI replies to DMs | AI drafts replies for you to review (Business plan) | AI-powered replies from Pro, $14.99/month |
| Free plan | Yes. 3 automations, 50 new contacts a month, unlimited DMs, no card | No. Free trial |
| Starting paid price | $15/month (Creator), unlimited contacts | $9.99/month (Starter) |
| Works with Claude and ChatGPT | Yes, on every plan | Not listed publicly |
Choose Waveloop if
- You want to start on a free plan with no card and no time limit.
- You want story replies, follow to unlock and email collection.
- You want to build automations by chatting with Claude or ChatGPT.
Choose IceKulfi if
- You want AI-powered replies for $14.99 a month.
- You want a lower entry price, starting at $9.99 a month.
Pricing
IceKulfi pricing, in plain words.
IceKulfi
There is no free plan, only a free trial, and its length is not listed publicly. Starter costs $9.99 a month for comment to DM, comment replies and templates. Pro costs $14.99 a month and adds AI-powered replies with 250 credits a month. Business costs $29.99 a month with 750 credits.
Waveloop
Flat prices. No charge per contact. Hobby is free with no card. Creator is $15 a month, or ₹1,499 plus GST in India, with unlimited contacts.
Both reply to comments and DMs.
IceKulfi and Waveloop both work on Instagram. Someone comments a word like PRICE, and they get a DM with your link. Both can also reply when someone DMs you a keyword, and both can post a public reply under the comment.
IceKulfi's plans are short and clear. Starter covers comment to DM, comment replies, template replies and an analytics dashboard. Pro adds AI-powered replies. Business adds advanced analytics and custom integrations.
Waveloop is built only for Instagram. You pick a post, a story or a keyword, write the DM, and switch it on. Everyone who comments is saved as a contact you can search and export.
Where IceKulfi is stronger.
AI at a low price. IceKulfi Pro includes AI-powered replies and 250 credits a month for $14.99. Business raises that to 750 credits for $29.99.
Waveloop's AI agent is on the Business plan. It drafts replies from your own knowledge, and you review them in the dashboard. It does not answer DMs on its own.
IceKulfi's entry price is also lower. Starter costs $9.99 a month, against $15 for Waveloop Creator.
Its site does not list story replies, follow gates or email collection. If you need those, ask IceKulfi before you choose.
How the prices compare.
IceKulfi has no free plan, only a free trial. Its site does not say how long the trial lasts.
Waveloop Hobby is free with no card: 3 automations, 50 new contacts a month and unlimited DMs. Comment to DM, story replies and DM keywords all work on it. Hobby DMs carry a small Waveloop footer.
Creator costs $15 a month or $150 a year, with unlimited contacts. Billed yearly, that works out to $12.50 a month. In India it is ₹1,499 a month plus GST. It adds follow to unlock, email collection, card replies and Intelligence, which shows which posts bring you contacts. Paid plans start with a 7-day free trial. Each Instagram account you connect has its own plan. See the pricing page.
Which one fits.
Pick IceKulfi if AI replies at a low price matter most to you.
Pick Waveloop if you want to start free, automate story replies, or grow followers and emails with follow to unlock and email collection.
Switching
Moving from IceKulfi to Waveloop.
- 1
Sign up free and log in with your Instagram Business or Creator account.
- 2
Recreate each IceKulfi automation: pick the post or reel, the keyword and the DM.
- 3
Turn off the IceKulfi automation on that post, so nobody gets two DMs.
- 4
Comment your keyword from another account to test it.
FAQ
Waveloop and IceKulfi, answered.
Is Waveloop a good IceKulfi alternative?
Yes, if you want a free plan, story replies, or follow to unlock and email collection on Instagram. If you want AI-powered replies at a low price, IceKulfi Pro is built for that.
Is Waveloop cheaper than IceKulfi?
Waveloop Hobby is free, and Creator costs $15 a month with unlimited contacts. IceKulfi has no free plan. Starter is $9.99 a month, and Pro, with AI replies, is $14.99.
Can I move my IceKulfi automations to Waveloop?
There is no direct import from IceKulfi. Recreate each comment to DM automation by picking the post, keyword and DM, or import several at once from a CSV file within your plan's automation limit.
Can I use IceKulfi and Waveloop at the same time?
Yes, on different posts. If both tools watch the same post, one comment can trigger two DMs, so turn IceKulfi off on that post first.
Does Waveloop have AI replies like IceKulfi?
The Business plan adds an AI agent that drafts DM replies from your own knowledge. You review the drafts in the dashboard. It does not answer DMs on its own.
Do I need a professional Instagram account for Waveloop?
Yes. Waveloop needs an Instagram Business or Creator account. Switching is free in Instagram settings.
Last updated , the day we checked IceKulfi’s public website. Plans and features change, so check their site for the latest.
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