# MessageDesk — Smarter Simpler Text Messaging > Business SMS integration with team inbox, broadcasts, and automation. (iPhone/iPad app by Alderwood Labs Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/messagedesk/id1528242471 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Alderwood Labs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563041278) - Category: Productivity, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 3.70/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0.0 · 76 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-08-25 - Data updated: 2026-07-05 - Monetization: ad-supported - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/messagedesk/id1528242471/reviews.md ## What is MessageDesk? Add texting to any business phone number including VoIP and landlines. Use MessageDesk's shared team SMS inbox and mass text broadcasts to get the right message to the right people at the right time. Streamline your SMS communication and save time with scheduled text messages, keyword-based autoresponders, automation, and pre-saved text message templates. ## Key features - Add SMS to business phone numbers - Shared team SMS inbox - Mass text broadcasts - Scheduled text messages - Keyword-based autoresponders - Automation - Pre-saved text message templates ## Recent user reviews (5 of 5) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/messagedesk/id1528242471/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Good app *2023-08-31* No problems whatsoever. I just wish it had a dark mode option ### 4/5 — Can’t make account on app//not free *2022-10-31, version 1.7.0* So this may be pretty obvious, but making an account isn’t free. They don’t mention this anywhere in the description, and this app isn’t listed as having “in app purchases” but that’s because TECHNICALLY there aren’t any, because you have to visit their website to create an account, and it’s on the website, not the app, that they offer you a 14 day free trial and ask you to subscribe. This makes complete sense, however it feels a little misleading to not have this any where in the description, or even list anywhere that you have to visit a website to make an account. Leaving 4 stars bc I ended up not setting up an account, but don’t wanna leave a bad rating when it could still possibly be a good app. TLDR- App is only to log into a pre-existing account, and accounts aren’t free. ### 1/5 — Not iPad compatible *2022-04-12, version 1.5.14* The screens do not display properly on the iPad - the Inbox is partially covered by the left menu column and the messages are unreadable. Totally unusable. ### 5/5 — Filling a big need *2021-03-22, version 1.3.0* I just started using this app a couple weeks ago. It’s filling a huge need for our small business to be able to send group messages that can be replied to privately and be forwarded to our current phone number. There’s a huge untapped market for this technology and they have found it. I am glad to see the current updates in functionality and name too. ### 5/5 — Great Application *2020-10-05, version 1.2.4* This app is crucial for small to medium sized businesses. Texting your customers has never been easier, and the new UI is perfect for what I need. ## Frequently asked questions about MessageDesk ### What is MessageDesk? MessageDesk allows you to add texting capabilities to any business phone number, including VoIP and landlines. It provides a shared team inbox and tools for mass texting, automation, and scheduled messages to streamline business communication. ### What devices does MessageDesk support? MessageDesk is available for iPhone and iPad devices, as indicated by its support for 'iphone', 'ipad', and 'ipod'. ### What is the age rating for MessageDesk? MessageDesk has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### How often is MessageDesk updated? MessageDesk was last updated on December 17, 2025, indicating a recent update. The latest version is 1.9.11. ### Does MessageDesk have ads? Yes, MessageDesk contains advertisements as indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being true. ### What integrations does MessageDesk offer? While the description highlights features like shared inboxes and automation, specific third-party integrations are not detailed in the provided data. ### How does MessageDesk handle team collaboration? MessageDesk facilitates team collaboration through its shared team SMS inbox, allowing multiple users to manage incoming messages and respond efficiently. ### Can I schedule text messages with MessageDesk? Yes, MessageDesk allows you to save time by scheduling text messages to be sent at a specific date and time. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.9.11 — 2025-12-17 Updates to age rating ### 1.9.10 — 2025-05-02 Bug fixes and improvements ### 1.9.9 — 2025-04-06 Bug fixes and improvements. ### 1.9.8 — 2025-03-30 Bug fixes and improvements ### 1.9.7 — 2024-10-12 - Updated search functionality - Bug fixes and improvements ## Apps similar to MessageDesk | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Kyew - Schedule Text Messages](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kyew-schedule-text-messages/id1572700767) | 4.3 (293) | Free | Productivity | | [Fext - Group Text Messaging](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fext-group-text-messaging/id1518706313) | 4.0 (542) | Free | Productivity | | [Texty Pro - Business Texting](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texty-pro-business-texting/id1491054470) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Productivity | | [Mass Text Message Bulk Sms](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mass-text-message-bulk-sms/id6739470039) | 4.0 (12) | Free | Productivity | | [Enterprise SMS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enterprise-sms/id1289804240) | 4.0 (2) | Free | Productivity | | [Falkon SMS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/falkon-sms/id6444926920) | 5.0 (3) | Free | Productivity | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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