Comparison

Fast Messages & Widgets vs Text messaging

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

Head to head
About

Fast Messages & Widgets

Quickly send frequently used messages through various platforms like WhatsApp, SMS, and email. Save time by writing messages once and sending them with a single tap from widgets or the app.

Highlights
  • Create reusable messages
  • Send via WhatsApp, SMS, Email, Twitter
  • Support for groups
  • Lock screen and standard widgets
  • Favorite messages tab
  • Duplicate and edit messages
Features
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How many times do you write and send the same messages to the same people? Write them once and send them with just one tap as many times as you like, through WhatsApp, Messages, E-Mail and other platforms. From lock screen widgets, standard widgets or from the app. - Tap button “+” - Select the type of Fast Message you wish to create: · WhatsApp · iMessage / SMS · E-Mail · Just Text (just write the message, choose the contact and messaging platform when sending) · Twitter - Choose your contact(s) (groups are supported) - Write the message - Now, you can send that message with just one tap, as many times as you like, from widgets or from the app Hold your finger on a fast message to send it to another contact, through a different platform, change the message, duplicate it or change its messaging platform. With widgets for sending your fast messages even more quickly. Separate favourite tab, with the option of displaying your favourite fast messages with bigger text, so that you can easily tap on them on the go. The paid version of the app doesn’t have ads, includes widgets, and Siri shortcuts to send the messages. Note: In order to use the WhatsApp functionality, WhatsApp must be installed in the device.

About

Text messaging

Consolidate multiple social media accounts and messaging services into a single, streamlined application. Save device storage by accessing various platforms like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Gmail without needing separate apps. Features include dual-account support, customizable interfaces, and enhanced security options.

Highlights
  • Single-click access to multiple apps
  • Dual-account support for same platforms
  • Customizable interface
  • Efficient space saving
  • Optional passcode lock
  • AI-powered chatbot for messages
  • New camera effects for photos/videos
Features
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Messenger All - Dual Messaging is the ultimate solution for integrating multiple social media platforms into one seamless experience. Save valuable phone storage space and run multiple accounts for the same platform on a single device, making it ideal for balancing personal and professional interactions. Highlighted Features: - Single-click Access: Dive into any app instantly with one-click convenience, whether it's Instagram, Snapchat, Gmail, WhatsApp, or Messenger. - Dual-account Support: Seamlessly manage two accounts for the same platform, like multiple Instagram accounts or multiple Snapchat profiles, on your device. - Customisable Interface: Personalise your homepage with preferred applications for quick access, making social media management more efficient. - Efficient Space Usage: Save up to 75% of device storage by not requiring separate applications for each social media platform. - Enhanced Security: Protect your privacy with an optional passcode lock feature, ensuring your multiple accounts are secure. - Usage Insights: Monitor interactions with clear, analytical reports to understand your social media usage better. - SMS Messaging: Send messages with new emojis and unlimited file attachments. Share contacts directly in the message body for convenient communication. - AI Chatbot: Prepare smart emails and SMS with the AI-powered chatbot, making messaging more efficient and personalised. - New Camera Effects: Bring Animoji, filters, text effects, sticker packs, and shapes to the photos and videos you capture in Messages. Quickly read and respond to incoming messages. Advantages: - Free and Lightweight: A free, lightweight alternative to multiple application downloads, ensuring efficient space usage on your device. - Seamless Operation: Operates smoothly across different social platforms for an uninterrupted experience, from managing Instagram accounts to handling WhatsApp profiles. - Frequent Updates: Ensure a growing list of integrated services, including in-demand offerings, to keep your app up-to-date with the latest social media trends. Explore the Features: - Multiple Instagram Accounts: Easily manage multiple Instagram accounts in one app. Switch between several Instagram profiles effortlessly. Handle all your Instagram accounts from a single place. - Multiple Snapchat Accounts: Access and control multiple Snapchat accounts with ease. Manage several Snapchat profiles without logging out. Keep track of all your Snapchat accounts from one app. - Multiple Gmail Accounts: Manage multiple Gmail accounts seamlessly. Switch between various Gmail accounts without hassle. Consolidate all your Gmail accounts into one easy-to-use app. - Multiple WhatsApp Accounts: Run multiple WhatsApp accounts on a single device. Handle different WhatsApp profiles effortlessly. Switch between multiple WhatsApp accounts with ease. - Multiple Messenger Accounts: Manage several Messenger accounts simultaneously. Easily switch between different Messenger profiles. Keep all your Messenger accounts organised in one app. Subscription Details: - - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable For Further Information: Privacy Policy = https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/view/id6569246841 Terms of Use = https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/terms/id6569246841 EULA = https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/eula/id6569246841

Screenshots

Fast Messages & Widgets4 screens
Text messaging4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Fast Messages & Widgets at 100% against Text messaging's 0%. Fast Messages & Widgets also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (11 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Fast Messages & Widgets sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Text messaging sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Fast Messages & Widgets holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fast Messages & Widgets has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Fast Messages & Widgets's written reviews are positive against 0% of Text messaging's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fast Messages & Widgets ships an update every 8 months, Text messaging every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Fast Messages & Widgets versus Text messaging: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFast Messages & WidgetsText messaging
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (11 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 7 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB37 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperLittle Mouse SoftwareKrutagna Infotech

Customer experience

Fast Messages & Widgets

All ratings11 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Text messaging

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Fast Messages & Widgets

One-time2
  • Pro VersionFree
  • Pro Version$2.99
2 purchases

Text messaging

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Access$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Access3 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Fast Messages & Widgets free?
Fast Messages & Widgets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Text messaging free?
Text messaging is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fast Messages & Widgets or Text messaging?
Fast Messages & Widgets is rated higher. Fast Messages & Widgets averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Text messaging averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Fast Messages & Widgets or Text messaging have ads?
Both Fast Messages & Widgets and Text messaging show ads.
Which is updated more often, Fast Messages & Widgets or Text messaging?
Fast Messages & Widgets ships an update every 8 months, and Text messaging every 7 months. Most recently, Fast Messages & Widgets was updated on September 17, 2026 and Text messaging on September 19, 2026.

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