# Second Line Calling/Texting vs Text ON

The clearest difference is ads: Second Line Calling/Texting at none against Text ON's shown. Second Line Calling/Texting also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 39%). Text ON's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). 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 ON sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Text ON holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.2K and 2.4K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Second Line Calling/Texting's written reviews are positive against 39% of Text ON'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 ON monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Second Line Calling/Texting | Text ON |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-line-callingtexting/id1231852034/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-on-call-now-second-phone/id6443879123/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **67.6% of reviews** | 39.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BinaryPattern](https://appshunter.io/developer/874400678) | [APPSTER LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625900371) |

## 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 ON

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-on-call-now-second-phone/id6443879123)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access (1 week trial) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Full access (1 month) | $19.99 | per month |
| Full Access (3 months) | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Full Access (12 months, trial) | $59.99 | per year |
| 100 credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credits (+50 Bonus) | $6.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits (+100 Bonus) | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits (+200 Bonus) | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Credits (+400 Bonus) | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Credits (+600 Bonus) | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 🚀 Fast response

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezing issues
- 🐛 Unreliable service
- 🐛 Delivery issues
- 🔒 Account freezing
- 💰 Paid service issues

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to send messages
- Incompatible with some devices
- Purchased credits not credited

**Requested features**

- Whatsapp verification support
- Support for international numbers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Second Line Calling/Texting free?

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

### Is Text ON free?

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

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

Text ON is rated higher. Second Line Calling/Texting averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Text ON averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

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

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

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

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

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