Comparison

SMS Arrow vs Text ON

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

Head to head
About

SMS Arrow

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SMS Arrow helps you send FREE SMS to any part of the world by registering for an account using your mobile number. Once registered and activating your account, you are eligible to send FREE SMS to your friends and relatives in any part of the world. Unlike other Messenger Apps, SMS Arrow do not need Internet connection for the receiver as it will be using the normal mobile connectivity. We provide a fixed amount of FREE SMS every day based on your profile completion. You can earn more SMS credits by referring your friends to register on SMS Arrow. You will earn additional SMS for each registration from your invitation. Our aim is to simply empower our visitors to send SMS in an easy and quick manner - which is completely free. How is the service free? Its advert based - for each SMS sent we finance the SMS with a small advert that is sent with your SMS. Furthermore, as you use the site, adverts are shown in different placements. What we aim to do is strike the right balance where the functionality to you the visitor is balanced with our advertiser. This makes it a win-win situation for all. As an SMS sender you can also remove adverts by paying for your SMS at low prices. You can also purchase SMS Credits for sending more SMS in a day. Who can use the software? Currently only UAE residents with a valid mobile number will be able to register and use this application. We will soon be launching for other countries as well. Once you register from UAE you can use the application from any part of the world to send any mobile number in the world. Your data and information is maintained highly confidential and will not be shared with any third party. We request you to reach our Terms and Conditions before using the software.

About

Text ON

Acquire a virtual phone number without a physical SIM card for private calls and texts. Ideal for travelers, online registrations, or a dedicated work/personal line. Offers flexible plans and credit packs for usage.

Highlights
  • Buy virtual US numbers
  • Send text and multimedia messages
  • View call and message history
  • Manage multiple numbers
  • Flexible tariff plans
  • Delete message history
Features
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Our application helps you buy a virtual number and use it as a regular number, but without a SIM card. FOR WHOME IT CAN BE USEFUL: ∗ for travelers; ∗ for registering on websites or applications; ∗ you can use it as a second phone for work, family or friends. BENEFITS ∗ It is the same number as a regular number, just without a SIM card; ∗ You can buy a new number at any time or delete your old number if you don't need it; ∗ There are different tariff plans, which will allow you to choose the most advantageous plan, depending on your needs; ∗ Cheap calls and texts to the US and Canada; ∗ You don't need a phone that supports multiple SIM cards. FEATURES ∗ Buying virtual numbers in the U.S.; ∗ Sending text and multimedia messages; ∗ Full message and call history; ∗ Switching between several numbers;∗ Deleting history; ∗ Flexible rates and tarrifs. You need a subscription or credit packs to buy a number, make calls or send messages. PREMIUM ACCESS You can subscribe to all features for unlimited access. With premium access you get to use all the features of the application (get number, make call and texting): ∗ Weekly subscription with a 3-day trial costs $7.99; ∗ Monthly subscription costs $19.99; ∗ 3 months subscription costs $39.99; ∗ 6 months subscription costs $49.99. The exact price depends on the region of your account. CREDITS PACK You can always top up your balance to make more calls, messages or buy a new number. ∗ 100 coins for $3.99; ∗ 250 coins for $6.99; ∗ 500 coins for $9.99; ∗ 1,000 coins for $19.99; ∗ 2,000 coins for $29.99; ∗ 3000 coins for $39,99. The exact price depends on the region of your account. Subscription information: ∗ Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period; ∗ Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase; ∗ Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription; ∗ Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. ∗ Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan. Privacy policy: https://2call.app/privacy.html Terms of use: https://2call.app/terms.html EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Help: support@2call.app

Screenshots

SMS Arrow4 screens
Text ON4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SMS Arrow at none against Text ON's 11. SMS Arrow also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). Text ON's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 74 months). On price 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. Text ON sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. SMS Arrow asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SMS Arrow ships an update every 74 months, Text ON monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SMS Arrow versus Text ON: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMS ArrowText ON
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (2.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—39.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—2.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 74 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEssentially PreciseAPPSTER LIMITED

Bugs and requests

SMS Arrow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Text ON

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to send messages
  • Incompatible with some devices
  • Purchased credits not credited

Requested features

2 requests
  • Whatsapp verification support
  • Support for international numbers

In-app purchases

None

SMS Arrow

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Text ON

Subscriptions5
  • Full access (1 week trial)3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Full access (1 month)$19.991 Month
  • Full Access (3 months)$39.993 Months
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  • Full Access (6 months)$49.996 Months
  • Full Access (12 months, trial)3 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time6
  • 100 credits$3.99
  • 250 Credits (+50 Bonus)$6.99
  • 500 Credits (+100 Bonus)$9.99
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  • 1000 Credits (+200 Bonus)$19.99
  • 2000 Credits (+400 Bonus)$29.99
  • 3000 Credits (+600 Bonus)$39.99

Questions

Is SMS Arrow free?
SMS Arrow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Text ON free?
Text ON is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SMS Arrow or Text ON have ads?
Text ON shows ads; SMS Arrow does not.
Which is updated more often, SMS Arrow or Text ON?
SMS Arrow ships an update every 74 months, and Text ON monthly. Most recently, SMS Arrow was updated on October 26, 2026 and Text ON on October 30, 2026.

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