Comparison

Vyke vs CircleBox

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

CircleBox

Features
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CircleBox is your all-in-one platform for creating, discovering, joining, and staying connected to real-world events happening around you. Tired of missing out on events because they’re scattered across WhatsApp groups, Instagram stories, or word of mouth? CircleBox brings everything into one place — so you always know what’s happening. - Discover Events Around You Find all kinds of events happening nearby: Campus parties Hangouts and social meetups Workshops and tech events Religious gatherings Private and public experiences No more guessing. No more missing out. - Join Events Easily View complete event details before joining: Date and time Location Available slots Event description Join in just a few taps and secure your spot. - Connect With Attendees Every event comes with a dedicated chat space where you can: Interact with other attendees Get real-time updates Ask questions before the event Stay informed and connected from start to finish. - Built for Your Community CircleBox is designed to help local communities stay connected. We’re starting with campus environments where events happen frequently but are hard to track — and expanding to wider communities. - Never Miss Out Again CircleBox helps you: Stay updated on what’s happening Discover new experiences Meet new people Be part of your community Safe & Structured Experience We provide: Organized event listings Host accountability Community guidelines for safe interaction Why CircleBox? Because everything happening around you should be easy to find. Download CircleBox today and never miss an event again.

Screenshots

Vyke4 screens
CircleBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CircleBox at none against Vyke's 11. CircleBox also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Vyke sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. CircleBox asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vyke ships an update every 2 months, CircleBox every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Vyke versus CircleBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVykeCircleBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (1.9K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews39.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.9K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB87 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperVyke Telecoms LimitedMubarak Hammed

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

CircleBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Vyke

One-time10
  • $1.39 Credit$1.99
  • 1 Month Subscription2 variants$3.99
  • $3.49 Credit$4.99
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  • 3 Month Subscription$5.99
  • 1 Month Subscription$6.99
  • 3 Month Subscription$9.99
  • $8.49 Credit$11.99
  • 12 Month Subscription$15.99
  • 1 Month Subscription$17.99
  • 12 Month Subscription$24.99
None

CircleBox

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vyke free?
Vyke is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CircleBox free?
CircleBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Vyke or CircleBox have ads?
Neither Vyke nor CircleBox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Vyke or CircleBox?
Vyke ships an update every 2 months, and CircleBox every 3 days. Most recently, Vyke was updated on October 29, 2026 and CircleBox on October 28, 2026.

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