# SpamHound SMS Spam Filter vs Textkiller

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SpamHound SMS Spam Filter at none against Textkiller's 10. SpamHound SMS Spam Filter also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 37%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Textkiller's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (13K vs 1.2K). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Textkiller sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. SpamHound SMS Spam Filter asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for SpamHound SMS Spam Filter against 4.3 for Textkiller. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Textkiller has 13K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of SpamHound SMS Spam Filter's written reviews are positive against 37% of Textkiller's.

SpamHound SMS Spam Filter ships an update every 2 months, Textkiller every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpamHound SMS Spam Filter | Textkiller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spamhound-sms-spam-filter/id1263185195/reviews) | **[4.3 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textkiller-spam-text-blocker/id1514005355/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | **62.9% of reviews** | 36.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Redwerk OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/964135363) | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) |

## What reviewers say

### SpamHound SMS Spam Filter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spamhound-sms-spam-filter/id1263185195)

This app acts as a text message blocker, filtering unwanted SMS and MMS content. It allows users to create custom filters and manage blacklists and whitelists to protect against spam, advertising, and unknown senders. The app operates without needing an internet connection and prioritizes user privacy by not accessing message content.

**Highlights:** Unlimited spam blocking filters, Flexible filtering rules, Blacklist and Whitelist management, Filter messages from short numbers, Block messages with links, Filter messages from email, No internet connection required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🚀 Works as intended
- 🚀 Effective in blocking spam
- 🚀 Excellent SMS blocking
- 🚀 Solved spam problem

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't block all spam
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 Requires lots of manual setup
- 🐛 Misses some spam messages
- 🐛 Doesn't work on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- Stops working after iOS updates
- Doesn't block messages with certain content
- Doesn't update database of known spammers

**Requested features**

- Automatic spam detection and deletion
- Ability to view and manage blocked messages
- Integration with Apple Watch
- Improved regular expression support
- Statistics on blocked messages


### Textkiller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textkiller-spam-text-blocker/id1514005355)

This app automatically blocks unwanted spam text messages, protecting you from scams and telemarketing. It offers customizable filtering options, a constantly updated global block list, and a privacy-first approach to keep your inbox clean and your personal information secure.

**Highlights:** Automatic spam text elimination, Global block list updated constantly, Predictive SMS blocking algorithm, Customizable blocking (keywords, email, number ranges), Block and Allow lists, Report spam to train algorithm, Privacy-first algorithm

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Textkiller Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TextKiller Pro with Free Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Protection | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Protection | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Protection | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Protection | $69.99 | per year |
| Textkiller Pro | $69.99 | per year |
| Textkiller Pro with Free Trial | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Protection | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Stops spam texts
- 👍 Filters messages effectively
- 💡 Keyword blocking
- 🚀 Works well when functioning
- 👍 Useful for reducing spam

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App not working after updates
- 🐛 Issues with premium features
- 🔍 Concerns about privacy and data access
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during setup
- Keyword blocking not working as expected
- Junk messages still getting through
- Issues contacting support

**Requested features**

- Sync blocked list across devices
- Automatically delete junk messages
- Better integration with Apple Watch
- More transparency on how filtering works


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpamHound SMS Spam Filter free?

SpamHound SMS Spam Filter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Textkiller free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SpamHound SMS Spam Filter or Textkiller?

Textkiller is rated higher. SpamHound SMS Spam Filter averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Textkiller averages 4.3 from 13K ratings.

### Do SpamHound SMS Spam Filter or Textkiller have ads?

Neither SpamHound SMS Spam Filter nor Textkiller shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SpamHound SMS Spam Filter or Textkiller?

SpamHound SMS Spam Filter ships an update every 2 months, and Textkiller every 2 weeks. Most recently, SpamHound SMS Spam Filter was updated on November 11, 2026 and Textkiller on November 12, 2026.

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