# Contacts for iMessage vs VSim

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VSim at 84% against Contacts for iMessage's 24%. VSim also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.5) and ratings volume (17K vs 62). Contacts for iMessage's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Contacts for iMessage asks for nothing beyond the download.

VSim holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VSim has 17K ratings behind it against 62, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Contacts for iMessage's written reviews are positive against 84% of VSim's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Contacts for iMessage | VSim |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (62 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contacts-for-imessage/id1154361874/reviews) | **[4.7 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsim-sms-verification-code/id1661720255/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 62 | **17K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.9% of reviews | **84.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Appmosys](https://appshunter.io/developer/331687329) | [Elmond](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837068464) |

## What reviewers say

### Contacts for iMessage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contacts-for-imessage/id1154361874)

Effortlessly share contact information directly within your conversations. Avoid switching apps to send phone numbers, email addresses, or physical addresses to friends and family.

**Highlights:** Share phone numbers, Share email addresses, Share physical addresses, Share other contact details, Seamless iMessage integration, One-tap sharing

**In-app purchases:** none


### VSim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsim-sms-verification-code/id1661720255)

Get a temporary virtual phone number to receive SMS verification codes without revealing your personal number. Activate accounts quickly and maintain privacy from unwanted spam. All messages are conveniently stored within the app.

**Highlights:** Receive SMS verification codes, Virtual numbers for account activation, In-app message inbox, Privacy protection, Pay-as-you-go credits, Supports popular platforms

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Credit | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credit | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credit | $9.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credit | $24.99 | one-time |
| 500 credit | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 User-friendly
- 💡 Innovative features
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 🤝 Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 📵 Numbers not working as expected
- 🚫 Banned/blocked numbers

**Reported bugs**

- Verification codes not received
- Numbers already in use
- Account bans without explanation

**Requested features**

- Ability to earn free credits
- More number options
- Improved privacy policy
- Better FAQ and community support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Contacts for iMessage free?

Contacts for iMessage is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is VSim free?

VSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Contacts for iMessage or VSim?

VSim is rated higher. Contacts for iMessage averages 2.5 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while VSim averages 4.7 from 17K ratings.

### Do Contacts for iMessage or VSim have ads?

VSim shows ads; Contacts for iMessage does not.

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