# Second Line Calling/Texting vs Text App

The clearest difference is rating: Text App at 4.6 against Second Line Calling/Texting's 4.2. Text App also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and chart position (#192 vs unranked). Second Line Calling/Texting's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 50%) and ratings volume (2K vs 371). 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 Text App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Text App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Second Line Calling/Texting has 2K ratings behind it against 371, 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 50% of Text App'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 App fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Second Line Calling/Texting | Text App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-line-callingtexting/id1231852034/reviews) | **[4.6 (371 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-app-phone-call-app/id6740280451/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 371 |
| Positive reviews | **67.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#192** |
| Size | 11 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BinaryPattern](https://appshunter.io/developer/874400678) | [建洲 欧阳](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789135595) |

## 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 App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-app-phone-call-app/id6740280451)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

Obtain a dedicated phone number for calls and texts, enhancing privacy by not sharing personal information. Enjoy cost-effective communication over WiFi or cellular data, avoiding roaming fees. Experience VoIP calling with free trial options.

**Highlights:** Get a real phone number, Make calls and send texts, Protect privacy, Call over WiFi or cellular data, Avoid roaming charges, VoIP calling

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| 200 Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 400 Coins | $6.99 | 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 Text App free?

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

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

Text App is rated higher. Second Line Calling/Texting averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Text App averages 4.6 from 371 ratings.

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

Neither Second Line Calling/Texting nor Text App shows ads.

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

Second Line Calling/Texting ships an update every 2 months, and Text App fortnightly. Most recently, Second Line Calling/Texting was updated on September 22, 2026 and Text App on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*