# KeKu International Calling App — Wifi Calls, Recorder, SMS/Text

> International calling, SMS, call recording, and virtual phone numbers. (iPhone/iPad app by Keku, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keku-international-calling-app/id455684830 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Keku, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/430595821)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.26/5 from 1,334 App Store ratings · 117 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 88 MB
- Languages: English, French, Spanish
- Released: 2011-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keku-international-calling-app/id455684830/reviews.md

## What is KeKu International Calling App?

International calls and SMS app.

Affordable international calls. Per-minute (pay-as-you-go) and monthly plans (you get a discount for a certain destination).

Call abroad and domestically using the KeKu calling app. Save money on calls and SMS.

Use KeKu as a call recorder. Turn on “Record Calls” setting in the app – and you’re good to go! All outgoing calls will be recorded automatically.

Make calls using your existing phone number or buy a second number. Use that number for your personal life or for business. You can buy multiple phone numbers. These numbers are available in the USA, Canada, the UK. Voice and SMS both work!

“Sound quality is great.” Lifehacker.com

“Make international phone calls anywhere dirt cheap.” Business Insider

“Use your real caller ID, so anyone you ring knows who's calling.” Lifehacker.com

“Save big on your phone bill while travelling.” Financial Post

“Try KeKu. You’ll love it.” Technorati.com.

KeKu calling app can make calls using the internet or using local minutes (usually, free) on your mobile network plan.

* Calls over the internet work using the mobile data plan or when you’re connected to a wifi. It’s especially useful for traveling.

* Another option is KeKu’s Local Number feature.¹ KeKu will connect you to your international friend by dialing a phone number which is local to you, right over your operator’s network.

“There are no hidden fees or anything of the sort.” Business Insider

 -ABOUT KEKU
 KeKu is brought to you by StanaCard, a technology company headquartered in New York City. We connect people around the world with a high-quality calling service and simple mobile and desktop apps. 

Some of the many places you can call with KeKu include Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Columbia, Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mali, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates (UAE), United Kingdom (UK), Uruguay, USA, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. 

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“Full Call Recordings Access” in-app subscription lets you get access to your call recordings in full length, share, or download recordings. This is a monthly subscription without a trial period. It costs $6.99 in the USA. Depending on your country, the price may be different. Subscription auto-renews every month (24 hours prior to it running out). Manage your subscription in iTunes & App Store account settings (or inside KeKu app: go to Account screen > Settings > Manage Subscriptions). Cancel the auto-renewing subscription from there at anytime. Only you can cancel the subscription.

Terms of Service: https://www.keku.com/termsandconditions.html

Privacy Policy: https://www.keku.com/privacypolicy.html

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  Need help? Contact us at support@KeKu.com 

 ¹ Carrier minute and data fees may apply.

## Key features

- Affordable international calls
- Call recording
- Second phone number purchase
- International SMS/Text
- Calls over WiFi/data
- Local number dialing option

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Call Recordings Access | $9.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Anywhere credit $5.00 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Anywhere credit $10.00 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Phone Number, USA | $14.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Phone Number, Canada | $14.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Phone Number, UK | $14.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of KeKu International Calling App?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Smooth call quality
- 💰 Affordable international rates
- 🎁 Bonus minutes for frequent use

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- ❌ Unreliable service, calls often drop
- 💸 Deducts minutes even for unanswered calls
- 🔒 Poor customer support and account management

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login issues and account lockouts
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
- Incorrect call routing and billing

**Most requested features**

- Subscription-based pricing model
- Improved call recording functionality
- Ability to manage multiple phone numbers

## Recent user reviews (10 of 117)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keku-international-calling-app/id455684830/reviews.md

### 1/5 — KEKU OUT OF SERVICE

*2025-02-06, version 9.8*

no customer support help on this, unable to make any calls ?

### 1/5 — Not working since September 2024 don’t bother downloading

*2024-12-22, version 9.8*

Have used this app for years but for some reason I’m not able to make calls since September 2024 even after loading up the call minutes scam

### 1/5 — Scam

*2024-12-09, version 9.8*

This app no longer works like it used to. I added money on my card and has been unable to use it since August. What a joke

### 1/5 — Took my money and denied calls

*2024-12-03, version 9.8*

I’ve been using this app for years and suddenly after loading money I am unable to make calls anywhere and when I tried to delete and add my number again nothing seeems to be functional on this app anymore

### 1/5 — Login issues

*2024-10-11, version 9.8*

Since last 3 months I am going login my account but there error multiple times I try to contact customer service KeKu team they won’t reply I have around 50$ balance in account the account won’t login

### 1/5 — The app is very bad now

*2024-10-06, version 9.8*

It’s used to be ok but not anymore 
I bought 14$ credit I couldn’t use it 
Since then nothing has been fixed all gone including the 10$ balance 
Contact support is the worst

### 1/5 — No response

*2024-09-26, version 9.8*

For the last 2 weeks if not longer the app has not worked. I sent an email to support services and did not receive a response.

### 1/5 — Worst calling app

*2024-09-10, version 9.8*

This app froze with money in my account. I’ve not be able to make any calls or even reach customer service. It’s just terrible service .

### 1/5 — Scam

*2024-06-20, version 9.8*

Scam, scammer app be careful. They take money from your account without your permission.

### 1/5 — Call fail

*2023-04-22, version 9.8*

Call fail, customer service say it’s fix, same problem never fix.

## Frequently asked questions about KeKu International Calling App

### What does the KeKu International Calling App do?

This app allows you to make affordable international calls and send SMS messages to various countries. It also functions as a call recorder for outgoing calls and enables you to purchase and use a second phone number for personal or business purposes.

### How can I save money on international calls with KeKu?

KeKu offers affordable per-minute rates and discounted monthly plans for international calls. You can also make calls over the internet using your mobile data or WiFi, which is particularly useful when traveling, or utilize KeKu's local number feature to connect through your existing mobile network.

### Can I record calls with this app?

Yes, the app includes a call recording feature. Once you enable the 'Record Calls' setting within the app, all your outgoing calls will be automatically recorded.

### What are the compatibility and pricing details?

The app is available for mobile devices and desktop. While the app itself is free to download, it operates on a pay-as-you-go model for calls and SMS, with options for monthly plans. You can also purchase additional phone numbers through in-app purchases.

### What are the common use cases for KeKu?

Common use cases include making inexpensive international calls to friends and family, managing business communications with a separate virtual number, and keeping a record of important outgoing conversations through call recording. It's also ideal for travelers looking to save on phone bills.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.8 — 2021-04-29

Adjustments for the new phone numbering system in Ivory Coast.

### 9.7 — 2021-03-24

Bug fixes

### 9.6 — 2020-09-14

Bug fixes

### 9.5 — 2020-09-02

Fixed an issue where your caller ID might not have been set correctly if you had been dialing via a Local Number. Calls over the internet weren't affected by this bug.

### 9.4 — 2020-08-09

Bug fixes

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