# Second Line Calling/Texting vs #Phone

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Second Line Calling/Texting at 68% against #Phone's 0%. Second Line Calling/Texting also leads on ratings volume (2K vs 186) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). #Phone's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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 #Phone sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

#Phone holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Second Line Calling/Texting has 2K ratings behind it against 186, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Second Line Calling/Texting's written reviews are positive against 0% of #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, #Phone every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Second Line Calling/Texting | #Phone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-line-callingtexting/id1231852034/reviews) | **[4.5 (186 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phone-second-number/id6504142697/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 186 |
| Positive reviews | **67.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [BinaryPattern](https://appshunter.io/developer/874400678) | [CurrentBlack LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508642995) |

## 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


### #Phone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phone-second-number/id6504142697)

Obtain a dedicated second phone number for calls and SMS directly from your device. This app allows you to separate personal and work communications, protect your privacy, and manage your contacts with ease. Enjoy HD voice quality and a smart dialer without needing an extra SIM card.

**Highlights:** Dedicated second phone number, Make calls and send SMS, HD voice quality, Smart dialer, Private and secure communication, No extra SIM card needed

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $6.99 | per month |
| 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Year | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Change Phone Number | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Second Line Calling/Texting free?

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

### Is #Phone free?

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

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

#Phone is rated higher. Second Line Calling/Texting averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while #Phone averages 4.5 from 186 ratings.

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

Neither Second Line Calling/Texting nor #Phone shows ads.

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

Second Line Calling/Texting ships an update every 2 months, and #Phone every 3 weeks. Most recently, Second Line Calling/Texting was updated on October 16, 2026 and #Phone on October 15, 2026.

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