# Second Line Calling/Texting vs TextUs

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Second Line Calling/Texting at 68% against TextUs's 17%. Second Line Calling/Texting also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (2K vs 35). TextUs's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Second Line Calling/Texting sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. TextUs asks for nothing beyond the download.

Second Line Calling/Texting holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Second Line Calling/Texting has 2K ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Second Line Calling/Texting's written reviews are positive against 17% of TextUs's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Second Line Calling/Texting | TextUs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-line-callingtexting/id1231852034/reviews)** | [2.3 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textus/id1546078610/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 35 |
| Positive reviews | **67.6% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 11 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BinaryPattern](https://appshunter.io/developer/874400678) | [Text Us Services, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/625596354) |

## What reviewers say

### Second Line Calling/Texting

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-line-callingtexting/id1231852034)

Add a second phone number to your device for private texting and calling. Protect your personal number from spam and unwanted calls when dating, selling online, or for any project. Easily manage multiple numbers and contacts within the app.

**Highlights:** Add a second phone number, Keep personal number private, Unlimited texts and calls (premium), Create multiple numbers, Separate contacts, Burn temporary numbers, Mask caller ID

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Line | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Number Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Number Plan Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Coin Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 8 Coin Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| 15 Coin Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 25 Coin Pack | $13.99 | one-time |
| 60 Coin Pack | $27.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and convenient
- 🚀 Fast setup
- 🔒 Flexible and secure
- 💰 Good value for money
- 📱 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional technical issues
- 🔍 Limited customer support
- 💸 Expensive premium plans
- 🔌 Unreliable call/text functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Dropped calls
- Failed message deliveries
- Disappearing contacts
- Billing/subscription problems

**Requested features**

- Ability to send images/videos
- More free credits/minutes
- Improved customer support channels
- Compatibility with newer OS versions


### TextUs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textus/id1546078610)

This mobile application offers a streamlined, native messaging experience with improved readability and enhanced search functionality. Users can easily filter their inbox, send photos, and manage contacts directly within the app.

**Highlights:** Native messaging interface, Search by name, keyword, or business, Filter inbox by unread/unanswered/campaign, Send photos in messages, Call contacts and assign conversations, View and edit contact details, Add new contacts

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Second Line Calling/Texting free?

Second Line Calling/Texting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TextUs free?

TextUs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Second Line Calling/Texting or TextUs?

Second Line Calling/Texting is rated higher. Second Line Calling/Texting averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while TextUs averages 2.3 from 35 ratings.

### Do Second Line Calling/Texting or TextUs have ads?

Neither Second Line Calling/Texting nor TextUs shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Second Line Calling/Texting or TextUs?

Second Line Calling/Texting ships an update every 2 months, and TextUs every 2 months. Most recently, Second Line Calling/Texting was updated on October 14, 2026 and TextUs on October 6, 2026.

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