# Second Line Calling/Texting vs Text Phone

The clearest difference is ads: Second Line Calling/Texting at none against Text Phone's shown. Second Line Calling/Texting also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 54%). Text Phone's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and Text Phone sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Text Phone holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.2K and 2.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Second Line Calling/Texting's written reviews are positive against 54% of Text Phone's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Second Line Calling/Texting ships an update every 2 months, Text Phone every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Second Line Calling/Texting | Text Phone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-line-callingtexting/id1231852034/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-phone2nd-number-call-now/id1610247216/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 2.1K |
| Positive reviews | **67.6% of reviews** | 54.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#188** |
| Size | 11 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BinaryPattern](https://appshunter.io/developer/874400678) | [兰 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1227702815) |

## 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


### Text Phone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-phone2nd-number-call-now/id1610247216)

**Currently charting:** #188 Top Grossing · Social Networking, #199 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

Obtain a separate US or Canada phone number for calls and texts without needing a physical SIM card. Keep your personal number private for online shopping, dating, or service rentals. Features include app lock, voicemail, and rich messaging.

**Highlights:** Real US & Canada phone number, App lock with PIN, Touch ID, Face ID, Voicemail for US numbers, Contact management, MMS support, Emoji and stickers

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 2nd Text - Now texting+calling | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Call Now Number 1 (Weekly) Trials | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| SkyCall First Number | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| SkyCall Second Number | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 2nd Phone Number Yearly Pack | $39.99 | per year |
| SkyCall First Number | $39.99 | per year |
| SkyCall Second Number | $39.99 | per year |
| 100 credits for texts & calls | $2.99 | one-time |
| Change Number for Text & Call | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth and reliable
- 💯 Excellent app
- 🚀 Fastest texting app
- 💳 Reduces phone bills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sudden app crashes
- 🔒 Unreliable security
- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🚫 Doesn't work as advertised

**Reported bugs**

- Text messages not sending
- Login/sign-in issues after updates
- Numbers stop working over time

**Requested features**

- Clearer explanation of service
- Free trial option
- Better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Second Line Calling/Texting free?

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

### Is Text Phone free?

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

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

Text Phone is rated higher. Second Line Calling/Texting averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Text Phone averages 4.6 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Second Line Calling/Texting or Text Phone have ads?

Text Phone shows ads; Second Line Calling/Texting does not.

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

Second Line Calling/Texting ships an update every 2 months, and Text Phone every 10 days. Most recently, Second Line Calling/Texting was updated on November 2, 2026 and Text Phone on November 3, 2026.

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