Migrate from NeverBounce to Tomba
This guide will help you seamlessly transition from NeverBounce to Tomba's email verification service, offering better accuracy, more data attributes, and competitive pricing.
Why Choose Tomba Over NeverBounce?
| Feature | NeverBounce | Tomba |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | 95-98% | 99%+ |
| Pricing | $0.008 per email | More competitive rates |
| Catchall Detection | Basic | Advanced with confidence scoring |
| Speed | Fast | Ultra-fast with optimized infrastructure |
| Bulk Verification | Yes | Yes, with better batch processing |
| API Access | REST API | REST API + MCP integration |
| Data Attributes | Basic verification data | Rich attributes including SMTP provider, MX records, risk scoring |
| Real-time Verification | Yes | Yes, with 3-month smart caching |
| Webmail Detection | Limited | Advanced with provider identification |
Key Advantages of Tomba
1. Superior Accuracy
Tomba achieves 99%+ accuracy through:
- Multi-layered verification process
- Real-time SMTP checks
- Advanced pattern recognition
- Machine learning algorithms
2. Better Pricing
- More cost-effective per verification
- No hidden fees
- Flexible credit-based system
- Credits roll over monthly
3. Advanced Catchall Detection
- Confidence scoring for catch-all domains
- Risk assessment for accept-all addresses
- Better decision-making data
4. Faster Processing
- Optimized infrastructure for speed
- Parallel processing for bulk operations
- Smart caching for instant results
5. Richer Data Attributes
Tomba returns comprehensive verification data including 15+ attributes:
status: valid, invalid, accept_all, webmail, disposable, unknownresult: deliverable, undeliverable, riskyscore: Confidence score (0-100)smtp_provider: Email service provider identification (e.g., "Google Workspace")mx: Complete MX records arraymx_check: MX record validationsmtp_server: SMTP server availabilitysmtp_check: SMTP validation statusaccept_all: Catch-all domain detectiondisposable: Temporary email detectionwebmail: Public email provider detectionblock: Blacklist statusgibberish: Random pattern detectiongreylisted: Greylisting detectionregex: Email format validationwhois: Domain registration details (registrar, creation date, referral URL)sources: Array of sources where email was found (URI, website, dates, availability)
Example comprehensive response:
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Migration Steps
Step 1: Get Your Tomba API Credentials
- Sign up at app.tomba.io
- Navigate to API → API Keys
- Copy your API Key and Secret Key
Step 2: Update API Endpoints
NeverBounce endpoint:
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Tomba endpoint:
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Step 3: Update Authentication
NeverBounce authentication:
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Tomba authentication:
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Step 4: Update Response Mapping
NeverBounce response:
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Tomba response:
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Code Migration Examples
Node.js
Before (NeverBounce):
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After (Tomba):
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Python
Before (NeverBounce):
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After (Tomba):
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PHP
Before (NeverBounce):
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After (Tomba):
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Status Mapping
| NeverBounce Status | Tomba Status | Tomba Result |
|---|---|---|
valid | valid | deliverable |
invalid | invalid | undeliverable |
disposable | disposable | undeliverable |
catchall | accept_all | risky |
unknown | unknown | risky |
Bulk Verification Migration
NeverBounce bulk process:
- Upload CSV file
- Wait for processing
- Download results
Tomba bulk process:
- Use bulk verification API endpoint
- Real-time or batch processing
- Webhook notifications for completion
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Testing Your Migration
- Run parallel tests: Verify the same emails with both services
- Compare results: Check accuracy and data completeness
- Performance testing: Measure response times
- Cost analysis: Calculate actual costs per verification
- Gradual rollout: Start with a small percentage of traffic
Support and Resources
Need help with migration? Contact our support team for personalized assistance.
FAQ
Q: Will I lose any features by switching? A: No, Tomba provides all NeverBounce features plus additional data attributes and insights.
Q: How long does migration take? A: Most migrations can be completed in under an hour with our straightforward API.
Q: Can I test before fully migrating? A: Yes! Sign up for a free account with 25 verifications to test the service.
Q: What about my existing credits? A: Plan your transition timing to use remaining NeverBounce credits before switching.
Q: Do you offer migration support? A: Yes, our team can help with code review and migration assistance for enterprise customers.