Quick intro: BotLaunch vs Shieldy
BotLaunch is a Telegram-focused no-code platform with two pillars: a Telegram channel and group manager, and a Telegram Mini App builder that opens inside the chat. Shieldy is a separate Telegram bot-related tool, but the exact feature set and pricing are not provided here, so you should compare by category first and then by your must-have needs.
To plan faster, use BotLaunch for moderation and automations in your community, and use its Mini App store for in-chat shopping flows.
Features comparison (category first)
BotLaunch: Telegram community manager
BotLaunch lets you add a bot to your channel or group as an admin, then enable modules from a web dashboard with no coding. The manager includes moderation and anti-spam controls, CAPTCHA verification, analytics, AI replies, scheduled broadcasts, and automation. Bot tokens and sensitive data are encrypted at rest with AES-256, and the interface is available in 12 languages. You can toggle from 165 no-code module types across multiple categories, not only moderation.
BotLaunch: Telegram Mini App store inside the chat
BotLaunch turns your bot into a storefront that opens inside Telegram, so customers do not need a website or a separate app. The Mini App builder uses content blocks (88 content-block types) plus a theme engine with palette, fonts, and layout (24 fonts and 24 palette presets). BotLaunch includes 21 ready-made storefront designs.
- Orders are seller-fulfilled by default with no payment processing.
- On a paid plan, an own-bot shop can accept card payments inside Telegram via a Telegram Stripe provider token, with money going to the sellerâs own Stripe account.
BotLaunch plan pricing (only what is listed)
Bot-Manager plans (Telegram channel and group manager)
- Free: $0/mo, 1 channel, basic moderation, CAPTCHA and anti-spam, basic analytics, no ads.
- Starter: $15/mo, up to 3 channels, full moderation suite, welcomes and triggers, warnings and bans.
- Pro: $39/mo, up to 10 channels, advanced analytics, anti-scam, broadcasts, auto-funnels, AI features.
- Business: $99/mo, unlimited channels, paid memberships, your own branded bot, API access, priority support.
Mini App plans (Telegram Mini App store)
- Free: $0/mo, up to 10 products, 150 orders/month, 1 storefront, Telegram Mini App checkout, âPowered by BotLaunchâ badge.
- Starter: $19/mo, up to 100 products, 1,500 orders/month, card payments in Telegram, basic sales analytics.
- Growth: $49/mo, up to 1,000 products, 10,000 orders/month, advanced analytics, discount codes.
- Business: $99/mo, unlimited products and orders, up to 3 storefronts, custom branding, priority support.
If Shieldy offers different pricing or different payment options, verify those directly from Shieldyâs own plan pages before you commit.
Who each is for (fair but practical)
Choose BotLaunch if you manage Telegram communities and sell inside Telegram
BotLaunch fits when you want both community automation and an in-chat store. Itâs especially relevant if you want to:
- Run moderation, anti-spam, CAPTCHA verification, and scheduled broadcasts from a no-code dashboard.
- Enable 165 module types across moderation, engagement, analytics, automation, and vertical tools like crypto, e-commerce, online courses, and real estate.
- Open a storefront inside Telegram without a website, with 21 ready-made designs and content blocks.
Choose Shieldy if your main need is Telegram protection or a narrower bot use case
If Shieldy focuses more narrowly on Telegram protection or security workflows, it may be a better fit when you do not need a full Telegram Mini App builder and you mainly want specific protection features. Since Shieldyâs exact features and pricing are not stated here, compare its documented category and plan details against your requirements.
FAQ
Does BotLaunch require a separate website for the Mini App store?
No. The Mini App store opens inside Telegram. Customers do not need a website or a separate app.
Can BotLaunch accept card payments inside Telegram?
On a paid Mini App plan, an own-bot shop can accept card payments inside Telegram via a Telegram Stripe provider token, with money going to the sellerâs own Stripe account. Mini App orders are seller-fulfilled by default, with no payment processing.
Is BotLaunch multi-channel or omnichannel?
No. BotLaunch is built specifically for Telegram, including Telegram channels, groups, and Telegram Mini Apps.
How much does BotLaunch cost?
BotLaunch costs $0, $15, $39, or $99 per month for the Bot-Manager, and $0, $19, $49, or $99 per month for the Mini App plans, depending on the plan and the module pillar you use.