Comparison

CodeSafe vs VSim

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CodeSafe

This app provides secure two-factor authentication codes for your online accounts. It supports various code types, offers iCloud synchronization, and features customizable themes and an Apple Watch companion app.

Highlights
  • Encrypted code storage
  • QR code scanning and manual entry
  • iCloud keychain synchronization
  • Configurable account icons
  • Dark mode and themes
  • Tap to copy codes
  • TOTP and HOTP support
  • Apple Watch companion app
Features
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CodeSafe is an authenticator app for two-factor authentication. It works with sites that require a verification code in addition to your username and password. These codes are usually imported by scanning a QR code. Features: - Codes are stored encrypted in the keychain for security. - Support for scanning a QR code but manual entry is also supported. - Synchronize codes via the iCloud keychain. - Configurable icons for accounts. A domain name or URL is used to retrieve an icon, similar to a web browser. - Themes-including a dark mode for better viewing at night. It will automatically switch to dark mode based on the screen brightness. - Tap a code to copy to it and paste it in other apps. - Supports both time-based (TOTP) and counter-based (HOTP) codes. - Send codes to the companion Apple Watch app so you can get verification codes from your watch. Privacy: All data is stored and remains on the local devices except in the following cases: - iCloud synchronization will add the code to your iCloud keychain. - Icons are downloaded from the specified domain / URL. These icons are fetched from the websites in the same way that a browser displays an icon for a site. After downloading the icon is cached on the device.

About

VSim

Get a temporary virtual phone number to receive SMS verification codes without revealing your personal number. Activate accounts quickly and maintain privacy from unwanted spam. All messages are conveniently stored within the app.

Highlights
  • Receive SMS verification codes
  • Virtual numbers for account activation
  • In-app message inbox
  • Privacy protection
  • Pay-as-you-go credits
  • Supports popular platforms
Features
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VSim — Virtual Number for SMS Verification Need an SMS verification code without sharing your personal phone number? VSim gives you a virtual number to receive SMS verification codes online, so you can activate accounts quickly and keep your real number private. What you can do with VSim * Receive SMS Verification Codes: Use a virtual number to get login and verification codes directly inside the app. * Fast & Simple Activation: Choose a country and service, copy the number, and verify in minutes. * In-App Inbox: All received messages appear in one place for a smooth verification experience. * Privacy-Focused: Keep your real phone number off websites and apps to reduce unwanted spam. * Pay-As-You-Go Credits: Transparent pricing. If no SMS is received within the allowed time, your credit is automatically refunded. How it works 1. Select a country and service 2. Copy the provided number and use it for verification 3. Receive the SMS code in the VSim inbox VSim can be used for verification on many popular platforms, including WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Google, Snapchat, Tinder, Vinted, and more (availability varies by country and service). Privacy Policy: https://vsimapp.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://vsimapp.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

CodeSafe3 screens
VSim4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeSafe at none against VSim's 6. CodeSafe also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). VSim's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 31 months) and ratings volume (16K vs 3). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. VSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. CodeSafe asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CodeSafe holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VSim has 16K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodeSafe ships an update every 31 months, VSim every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
CodeSafe versus VSim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeSafeVSim
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.7 (16K ratings)
Positive reviews—84.5% of reviews
Number of ratings316K — better
Update frequencyEvery 31 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.2 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKevin CramerElmond

Customer experience

CodeSafe

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

VSim

All ratings16,395 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews1,556 reviews
Positive84.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative13.0%

Bugs and requests

CodeSafe

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

VSim

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Verification codes not received
  • Numbers already in use
  • Account bans without explanation

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to earn free credits
  • More number options
  • Improved privacy policy
  • Better FAQ and community support

In-app purchases

None

CodeSafe

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

VSim

One-time6
  • 10 Credit$0.99
  • 30 Credit$2.99
  • 50 Credit$4.99
Show 3 more
  • 100 Credit$9.99
  • 250 Credit$24.99
  • 500 credit$49.99

Questions

Is CodeSafe free?
CodeSafe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VSim free?
VSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CodeSafe or VSim?
CodeSafe is rated higher. CodeSafe averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while VSim averages 4.7 from 16K ratings.
Do CodeSafe or VSim have ads?
VSim shows ads; CodeSafe does not.
Which is updated more often, CodeSafe or VSim?
CodeSafe ships an update every 31 months, and VSim every 2 months. Most recently, CodeSafe was updated on September 24, 2026 and VSim on October 13, 2026.

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