Vibes, the mobile-first messaging leader for over 25 years, today announced the launch of RCS Studio, a turnkey platform that empowers developers and brands to build, test and deploy rich, app-like experiences over Rich Communication Services (RCS). With RCS Studio, developers can create their first interactive RCS flow for free, and test it on devices in minutes.
RCS is the ascendent smartphone messaging format that delivers communication experiences to customers that go far beyond what we’re used to with SMS & MMS, with rich image and video visuals, scrolling carousels, one-tap actions and replies, and more. Vibes RCS customers are already seeing 3x engagement and a 30% boost in revenue vs. SMS.
RCS Studio is the industry’s first full-lifecycle toolset for RCS, built around three core pillars: Agent Provisioning, Management & Compliance; Flow & Experience Building; and Message Routing & Delivery. It streamlines brand verification, agent onboarding, and carrier deployment while offering a visual, no-code environment for creating interactive customer experiences. As one of only a few Tier 1 direct connect aggregators of RCS messaging in the U.S., Vibes is uniquely positioned to deliver this industry-first solution.
“RCS is bigger than messaging — it combines the reach and immediacy of SMS with the interactivity of mobile apps,” said Brian Garofola, Chief Technology Officer at Vibes. “RCS Studio helps brands and developers unlock that potential, bringing app-like functionality directly into the native messaging experience.”
Built on Vibes’ carrier-grade infrastructure and direct carrier connections, RCS Studio combines reliable delivery with a powerful Connector Library that simplifies integration with business APIs and data sources. Developers can link systems such as order management, loyalty, and booking platforms into interactive RCS experiences without custom middleware or telecom expertise.
RCS Studio is available today in early access, with general availability planned for early 2026. Developers can sign up and start building at www.rcsstudio.ai.
