Comparison

Vyke vs BuzzNow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vyke

Add up to four real, additional mobile numbers to your device to maintain privacy or manage different aspects of your life. Enjoy free calls and chats with other users, plus low-cost calls and SMS to any phone globally. This app offers a simple way to control your mobile identity and save on communication costs.

Highlights
  • Add up to 4 real mobile numbers
  • Free calls and chat to Vyke users
  • Low-cost calls and SMS globally
  • Keep personal number private
  • Voicemail on each number
  • Control number availability
Features
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Keep your personal life confidential or simply contact friends and family with up to 4 real, additional mobile/cell numbers from Vyke. With the ability to have free calls & chat to other Vyke users, and low-cost calls & SMS to phones, Vyke combines the functionalities of a traditional messenger or chat app with so many more features. This allows the user to access anyone, anywhere around the world, and it is all wrapped up in one simple to use app. Vyke is for anyone who could use a second line without a second device. * Online Daters – keep your personal number private until you’re ready * Online Sellers – create an anonymous profile for personal selling online * International Travelers – connect to Wi-Fi to avoid roaming fees * International Callers – stay in touch with friends and family * Expats – keep your home country number by porting it to Vyke * Tablet Users – turn your tablet into a fully functioning phone * International Presence – make and receive calls like a local * Stop Nuisance Calls – create a number just for signups to stop getting spam calls ***We currently have US, UK, France, and Canada virtual numbers*** Other features of the app include: * Free voicemail on each number * Call or message other Vyke users for free * Low cost calls to mobiles and landlines * SMS for less to any country in the world * Crystal clear voice calls * Keep your personal number private * Make and receive calls * Decide when each number is on, off, or sent to voicemail * Control who has your personal number So, we create different profiles on social media, dating, instant messaging apps and websites but still give out our personal mobile numbers without a second thought. Vyke allows you to control your mobile identity while keeping your main number private. Get Vyke today to add your own extra mobile numbers and start saving on domestic and international calls and SMS while keeping your personal number private. For any issues, contact our support team within the app or email us at support@vyke.com. For the latest Vyke updates go to http://facebook.com/VykeMobile or follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VykeMobile.

About

BuzzNow

This app offers a second phone number for private communication and online verification. Make free international calls and texts, receive verification codes for various platforms, and protect your personal number with burner numbers.

Highlights
  • Free international calls and SMS
  • Second phone number/line
  • Receive verification codes
  • Burner numbers for privacy
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi calling and texting
  • High-quality voice calls
  • Multimedia messaging
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BuzzNow – International Calls, SMS, Privacy Protection, and Easy Code Verification Reception Make global communication more convenient with BuzzNow. No sign-ups, no personal phone number needed—just instant connection. Enjoy free international calls, SMS, and protect your privacy. BuzzNow provides you with a second phone number, a second line, and burner numbers for various use cases, from private communication to online verification. Key Features: Free International Calls and SMS BuzzNow lets you make free calls and send SMS to over 200 countries, including the USA, Canada, India, Bangladesh, Singapore, and more. Whether for personal or business use, get free minutes in each country. Your second phone number keeps you private—the callee won’t see your real number. Get a Second Phone Number Get a second phone number or second line with no extra SIM or eSIM required. Choose your area code for either temporary or permanent use. Protect your personal number while managing multiple communications. Receive Verification Codes BuzzNow provides you with virtual numbers to receive verification codes for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Telegram, Twitter, WhatsApp, Rednote, TikTok, and more. Use burner numbers for anonymous sign-ups without revealing your real phone number. Once registration is complete, delete the number to protect your privacy. Unlimited Wi-Fi Calling and Texting Make unlimited Wi-Fi calls and send text messages globally. No need for 3G/4G data—just an internet connection. Save on international rates while using your second line for high-quality communication. High-Quality Voice Calls With VoIP and HD voice technology, BuzzNow ensures clear calls even in poor network conditions. Whether it’s for personal or business calls, your second phone number guarantees call quality. Multimedia Messaging Send texts, pictures, videos, voice messages, and emojis with your second phone number. Enjoy rich multimedia conversations, keeping your real number secure. Virtual Phone Numbers for Any Use Whether for business, online transactions, or privacy, BuzzNow gives you virtual phone numbers for any need. Choose the duration of use and easily handle communication, verification, and more. Use Cases: Privacy Protection: Use burner numbers for anonymous sign-ups on apps like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and more. Protect your real number when signing up for social apps or online services. Separate Work and Personal Communication: Keep your professional and personal communications separate by using a second phone number for work calls. Quick Sign-Up for Online Platforms: Use BuzzNow to register on apps like Telegram, WhatsApp, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and more. Sign up without exposing your personal number. Secure Transactions: When buying or selling on e-commerce platforms, use a second line for verification. Delete the number after the transaction is complete. Stay in Touch with Family and Friends: Stay connected globally with unlimited Wi-Fi calls and texts. Online Services & Verification: Use your second phone number to receive verification codes for social media, banking apps, and more. It’s perfect for account verification or two-factor authentication. Important Notes: Emergency services (911) are not supported. Enable push notifications to receive messages and calls. Subscription auto-renewal can be turned off 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscription Details: Subscriptions provide phone number reservations with additional credits. Choose from monthly or annual renewals. Payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You can manage subscriptions in your iTunes Account Settings. No cancellation is allowed during the active period. Contact Us: For support, contact us at: support@yolonumber.com

Screenshots

Vyke4 screens
BuzzNow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vyke at none against BuzzNow's 10. Vyke also leads on ratings volume (1.9K vs 604) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15). BuzzNow's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (71% vs 39%). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BuzzNow sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Vyke asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BuzzNow holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.9K and 604 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Vyke's written reviews are positive against 71% of BuzzNow's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vyke ships an update every 2 months, BuzzNow every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Vyke versus BuzzNow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVykeBuzzNow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (1.9K ratings)4.7 (604 ratings) — better
Positive reviews39.5% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.9K — better604
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB42 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperVyke Telecoms LimitedNingbo Juphoon System Software Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Vyke

All ratings1,869 ratings
Positive78.9%
Neutral8.7%
Negative12.4%
Written reviews233 reviews
Positive39.5%
Neutral9.4%
Negative51.1%

BuzzNow

All ratings604 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

User reviews

Vyke

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Clear voice calls
  • 💡 Cheap international calls
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Instant SMS delivery
  • 👍 Reasonable pricing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 🚫 Unable to send/receive photos
  • 💰 High credit deduction rates
  • 🚫 WhatsApp integration issues
  • 🚫 Unreliable service, numbers not working

BuzzNow

From 604 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun app
  • 👍 Good app
  • 👍 Very good
  • 👍 Very nice app
  • 👍 Good app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App completely crashes
  • 🔒 No delete account option
  • 🐛 Couldn't use coins as expected
  • 🐛 Weird number on incoming calls
  • 🐛 Doesn't work

Bugs and requests

Vyke

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Numbers not working as expected
  • Unable to login or register new numbers
  • Inconsistent SMS delivery

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to send and receive photos/videos
  • Improve WhatsApp integration
  • Provide more transparent pricing and billing
  • Enhance stability and reliability of the app

BuzzNow

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

1 request
  • Use coins to get a new number

In-app purchases

None

Vyke

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

BuzzNow

Subscriptions7
  • US Number Plan Weekly$5.997 Days
  • US Number Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • CA Number Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • GB Number Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • US Number Plan Monthly$11.991 Month
  • US Number Monthly3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • GB Number Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
One-time3
  • Yolo Number 10000 credits$1.99
  • Yolo Number 25000 credits$4.99
  • 27500 Credits$4.99

Questions

Is Vyke free?
Vyke is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BuzzNow free?
BuzzNow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Vyke or BuzzNow?
BuzzNow is rated higher. Vyke averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while BuzzNow averages 4.7 from 604 ratings.
Do Vyke or BuzzNow have ads?
Neither Vyke nor BuzzNow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Vyke or BuzzNow?
Vyke ships an update every 2 months, and BuzzNow every 3 weeks. Most recently, Vyke was updated on November 2, 2026 and BuzzNow on November 4, 2026.

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