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GoSMTP – SMTP for WordPress

By Softaculous

Communication & Messaging / Transactional Email

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

GoSMTP – SMTP for WordPress Review - In-Depth Analysis

GoSMTP allows you to send emails from your WordPress site using your preferred SMTP provider. It enhances email deliverability and ensures your emails reach users' inboxes.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.26/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 10+ reviews)

Active Installations

500,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

GoSMTP allows you to send emails from your WordPress over SMTP or many of the popular email sending services. Many web hosting companies have strict mail sending rules and limitations which restrict email deliverability. With GoSMTP, you will not be using your hosting providers PHP email but rather sending emails over SMTP or using APIs of various email providers.

GoSMTP supports many of your preferred SMTP provider(s) including SMTP.com, Sendinblue, Mailgun, Postmark, Sendgrid, Sparkpost, and many more. By using GoSMTP, you ensure that your emails reach the inbox of your users.

WordPress uses the PHP mail function to send emails generated by WordPress. The PHP mail function sends emails over the IP of your hosting provider's servers which can have a bad reputation and be blacklisted by many email providers, causing your WordPress originated emails to land in the SPAM folder. GoSMTP helps to avoid this issue.

You can find our official documentation on our website. We also provide premium support and community forums for assistance. GoSMTP Pro offers additional powerful features including email logging, email reports, and the ability to resend emails.

Comparing to Alternatives

GoSMTP competes in a crowded SMTP category dominated by established names like WP Mail SMTP and FluentSMTP. Its appeal lies in a lightweight, no-nonsense approach that avoids aggressive upsells, which sets it apart from some bigger players.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple, minimal setup praised by multiple reviewers
No intrusive dashboard clutter or ad-like upsells in the free version
Reliable email delivery reported by users
Clean freemium approach that keeps meaningful value in the free tier

Weaknesses

Some Gmail-related features are gated behind the premium version despite being implied as available
Smaller user base and review count compared to major alternatives like WP Mail SMTP or FluentSMTP
Missing translation domain noted by a user, suggesting minor polish gaps

User Sentiment Analysis

With 10 total ratings, GoSMTP holds a strong 4.3/5 average, with 80% of reviewers giving 5 stars. Only two reviews are negative (20%), pointing to a generally satisfied user base despite the small sample size.

Positive highlights

"Works perfectly. NO issues at all" — dadsfam
"Super reliable and easy to set up... Emails are delivered instantly" — sequith
"A simple SMTP plugin that just works... doesn't clutter your dashboard with useless menus" — Anthony Hortin
"Make it works in 2 clicks. Thanks" — mikado74

Common complaints

Plugin description implies Gmail support is available when it actually requires the premium version

Weaknesses

Perceived lack of transparency about which features require the paid upgrade
Very small total review count limits how representative the rating is

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Site owners and small businesses looking for a straightforward SMTP plugin without a cluttered dashboard or heavy upsell pressure will likely appreciate GoSMTP. It suits users who want quick setup and reliable delivery without needing advanced logging or multi-provider support.

Not ideal for

Users specifically wanting Gmail integration or other provider-specific features should verify these require the premium upgrade before installing. Those wanting a large, battle-tested plugin with an extensive review history and larger community support may prefer more established alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers core SMTP functionality with a clean setup process and no aggressive upsell prompts, according to user reviews. It appears usable as a standalone solution for basic email delivery needs.

Pro version (24.50 - 70 USD / year)

The premium version reportedly unlocks additional provider integrations such as Gmail, which are not available in the free tier despite being referenced in the plugin's description.

Final Verdict

GoSMTP earns solid user sentiment thanks to its simplicity, reliability, and restraint in avoiding upsell clutter — a refreshing contrast to some competitors in the SMTP space. With a clean security record and no known vulnerabilities, it's a technically sound choice for straightforward email delivery needs.

However, the small review base and one legitimate complaint about misleading feature descriptions around Gmail support suggest buyers should confirm exactly what's included in the free version before committing. Given the vast number of established alternatives like WP Mail SMTP and FluentSMTP, GoSMTP is a reasonable pick for users prioritizing simplicity, but it hasn't yet built the track record of its larger competitors.