# Second Texting Number vs Text Phone

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Second Texting Number at 66K against Text Phone's 2.1K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Second Texting Number sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Second Texting Number against 4.6 for Text Phone. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Second Texting Number has 66K ratings behind it against 2.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Second Texting Number's written reviews are positive against 54% of Text Phone's.

Second Texting Number ships an update every 2 weeks, Text Phone every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Second Texting Number | Text Phone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (66K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-texting-number/id1274216319/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-phone2nd-number-call-now/id1610247216/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **66K** | 2.1K |
| Positive reviews | **57.8% of reviews** | 54.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#79** | #185 |
| Size | 14 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Torqued Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837451787) | [兰 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1227702815) |

## What reviewers say

### Second Texting Number

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-texting-number/id1274216319)

**Currently charting:** #79 Top Grossing · Social Networking, #104 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

Get a private second phone number for texting and receiving verification codes. Keep your personal number safe for online activities like dating or shopping. Enjoy unlimited messaging and group texts without ads.

**Highlights:** Choose any available area code, Unlimited texting and photo messages, Receive verification codes, Keep personal number private, Group texting functionality, No disruptive ads

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Texting | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Texting | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Limited Texting | $9.99 | per month |
| Texting Number | $9.99 | per month |
| Texting | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Texting | $13.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Texting | $13.99 | per month |
| 50 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| Change Your Number | $8.99 | one-time |
| 150 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient delivery of messages
- 🔒 Ability to keep personal number private
- 💡 Useful for businesses and personal use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable message delivery
- 🔋 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🤔 Unclear trial period and subscription terms
- 🤷‍♀️ Limited features compared to cost

**Reported bugs**

- Messages not sending or delayed
- Frequent app crashes or freezes
- Subscription issues and unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- Call functionality
- Video/multimedia support
- Improved reliability and consistency
- Clearer subscription model


### Text Phone

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

**Currently charting:** #185 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 Texting Number free?

Second Texting Number 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 Texting Number or Text Phone?

Text Phone is rated higher. Second Texting Number averages 4.6 out of 5 from 66K ratings, while Text Phone averages 4.6 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Second Texting Number or Text Phone have ads?

Both Second Texting Number and Text Phone show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Second Texting Number or Text Phone?

Second Texting Number ships an update every 2 weeks, and Text Phone every 10 days. Most recently, Second Texting Number was updated on November 5, 2026 and Text Phone on November 3, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Second Texting Number or Text Phone?

Second Texting Number currently peaks at #79 in the App Store charts, and Text Phone at #185. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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