# Private Text Message vs Texter

The clearest difference is rating: Texter at 4.6 against Private Text Message's 1.4. Texter also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 23) and review sentiment (21% vs 6%). Private Text Message's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Private Text Message sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Texter sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Texter holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Texter has 1.2K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 6% of Private Text Message's written reviews are positive against 21% of Texter's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Private Text Message | Texter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-text-message/id1224952297/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texter-second-texting-number/id1491761865/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 23 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 6.5% of reviews | **20.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Blacktelio OÜ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1208089378) | [App Toro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1003781256) |

## What reviewers say

### Private Text Message

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-text-message/id1224952297)

Send SMS messages globally without needing your own mobile number. Protect your privacy by masking your real phone number. Features include spam protection and support for international messaging.

**Highlights:** Send SMS worldwide, Mask real mobile number, International messaging, SPAM protection, No personal phone required

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 300 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits | $15.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Credits | $38.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Credits | $79.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Credits | $149.99 | one-time |


### Texter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texter-second-texting-number/id1491761865)

This app provides a private, disposable phone number for sending and receiving texts and making calls globally. It offers a simple, contract-free solution for privacy without needing a separate device or cell plan. Enjoy transparent fees and full control over your number.

**Highlights:** Disposable phone numbers, Send and receive texts, Make international calls, No contract required, Transparent fee calculator, No advertisements

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Texting Number (weekly) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 2nd Texting Number (weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Texting Number (monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| 2nd Texting Number (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| 2nd Texting Number (yearly) | $69.99 | per year |
| 100 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| Change Phone Number | $4.99 | one-time |
| 300 Credits | $6.99 | one-time |
| Change Phone Number | $9.99 | one-time |
| 900 Credits | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Efficient way for secret communication
- 🚀 Simple and straightforward to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Unable to call or text US numbers
- 💰 Expensive and requires purchasing credits
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- ⚠️ Unreliable service, messages may or may not be delivered

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent behavior, sometimes works, sometimes doesn't

**Requested features**

- Free trial option
- Ability to use app in more countries


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Private Text Message free?

Private Text Message is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Texter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Private Text Message or Texter?

Texter is rated higher. Private Text Message averages 1.4 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Texter averages 4.6 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Private Text Message or Texter have ads?

Neither Private Text Message nor Texter shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*