Comparison

Texter vs Virtual Number

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

Head to head
About

Texter

This app provides a private, disposable phone number for sending and receiving texts and making calls globally. It offers a simple, contract-free solution for privacy without needing a separate device or cell plan. Enjoy transparent fees and full control over your number.

Highlights
  • Disposable phone numbers
  • Send and receive texts
  • Make international calls
  • No contract required
  • Transparent fee calculator
  • No advertisements
Features
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Texter is a private phone number app specifically designed for iPhone to protect the sender's privacy. It is a simple and inexpensive way for those who need a disposable number to send or receive text messages and make calls around the world. No contracts, transparent fees, absolute privacy. NO HASSLES Our numbers come without a contract. You don't need a cell phone plan or another device to use your second phone number. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS Using your second phone number with Texter is super-simple. Purchase a number, recharge credits, and start messaging and calling. TRANSPARENT FEES Texter messaging and calling fees are as transparent as possible. By using the in-app Tariff calculator, you can check the cost per outgoing and incoming calls or messages based on a specific country. UNRESTRICTED OWNERSHIP Purchase and keep your number for as long as you need or dispose of it anytime. NO ADS The app doesn't bother you with any advertisement and never shares any of your data. No exceptions! Use Texter in everyday situations: • Buying or selling things on Craigslist, eBay, or other e-commerce platforms • Dating • Hosting apartments on Airbnb • Using Uber • Applying for a job • Working (e.g. as a second work number)
 Phone numbers available in: USA, Canada, Sweden. PRICING Texter is free to download and comes with 20 free credits. Phone numbers and additional credits are available through subscriptions and in-app purchases. Our standard Subscription Options for phone numbers are weekly, monthly and yearly. If you choose to get one of our plans then your payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. The cost of the renewal depends on your Subscription Plan. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. When canceling a subscription, your subscription will remain active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled but the current subscription will not be refunded. IMPORTANT: Messages use prepaid credits. Area code availability varies. May not work with SMS shortcode services. Not for 911 or other emergency services. Text messaging to UK and US numbers is unavailable (UK, US, PR, VI, Guam, and American Samoa). Text messaging is not available in Africa (Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, The Democratic Republic Of The Congo, Cote D’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Reunion Island, Rwanda, Sao Tome And Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Swaziland, United Republic Of Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia, Zimbabwe) and Dominican Republic. If you like Texter app, we would love if you left a great review in the App Store! Just a couple of kind words or a simple star rating helps a lot! Privacy Policy: https://legal.apptoro.support/hc/en-us/articles/4417734791057 Terms of Use: https://legal.apptoro.support/hc/en-us/articles/4417344441617

About

Virtual Number

Easily add a second phone number to your device without a new SIM card. Make unlimited calls and send texts globally over the internet. Protect your privacy and manage work-life balance with a dedicated line.

Highlights
  • Rent a second number instantly
  • Global connectivity for calls and texts
  • Manage multiple numbers on one device
  • Call blocking and spam protection
  • Custom voicemail and auto-replies
  • Automatic call recording
Features
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GET A SECOND NUMBER FOR CALLS AND TEXTS ANYWHERE --- Looking for an easy and affordable way to separate your personal and professional life? With DUOLINE, you can instantly add a second phone number to your device without the hassle of changing SIM cards. Make unlimited calls over the Internet to mobile and landline numbers, send SMS, MMS, and more — all while enjoying global connectivity at incredibly low rates. --- Why Choose DUOLINE? Easily switch between your primary number and an additional line that protects your privacy in any situation. Perfect for business professionals, freelancers, online sellers, travelers, and anyone seeking extra privacy. Whether you’re meeting new clients, managing side projects, or staying in touch with family and friends abroad, DUOLINE keeps your real number safe and secure. --- Stay Connected and in Control! Choose a local area code to establish a local presence, use spam blocking to avoid unwanted calls, and never miss a message with built-in voicemail. This app lets you separate work and personal communication, save on international calls, and stay connected — all in one place. Take control of your communication with convenience and security. Download DUOLINE today and experience true flexibility in managing calls and texts! --- Key Features --- ► Instantly rent a second number: Choose a local number in the US, UK, Canada, or Israel — no additional SIM card required. ► Global connectivity: Make unlimited international calls and send SMS/MMS worldwide over the Internet — stay connected from anywhere, even without a mobile plan. ► Multiple numbers, one device: Get and manage multiple numbers on a single device for work, dating, social media, or personal use. ► Call blocking and spam protection: Block unwanted numbers to keep your communication clean and focus on important contacts. ► Do Not Disturb mode: Control your availability to ensure your personal time stays personal. ► Automatic call recording: Record calls with a single tap to save important conversations for easy playback anytime. ► Custom voicemail and auto-replies: Personalize each number with a custom voicemail greeting or set automated replies for missed messages. ► Easy setup and multiple lines: Seamlessly manage multiple numbers for various purposes — all from one device. --- Benefits --- ► Enhanced privacy for online activity: Perfect for dating, business, and e-commerce — protect your personal number and avoid spam. ► Simplified work-life balance: Separate personal and business contacts, notifications, and messages for organized communication. ► Freedom from roaming fees: Call and text over Wi-Fi anywhere in the world, avoiding costly roaming charges abroad. ► Cost-effective communication solution: Enjoy affordable rates on international calls and SMS with no hidden fees or long-term contracts. ► Ideal for frequent travelers: Stay connected to your home contacts even abroad with crystal-clear Internet calls. ► Perfect for businesses and entrepreneurs: Add a professional touch with custom voicemail greetings, call recordings, and scheduled responses. ► Instant access with no commitments: Rent numbers for short-term use or keep them long-term, easily adapting to personal and professional needs. The service is strictly prohibited for sending pranks, offensive, or anonymous messages. The recipient of your message will not know who you are (unless you decide to tell them), but if these terms are violated, your device may be blocked, and your identity disclosed to appropriate authorities. This service is not intended for emergency calls, such as 911. Questions? Feedback? Reach us by email at apple@auxilin.com. Privacy Policy: https://auxilin.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://auxilin.com/terms

Screenshots

Texter4 screens
Virtual Number4 screens

Verdict

The call

Texter and Virtual Number both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of Virtual Number's written reviews are positive against 21% of Texter's. Texter's advantage is device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Texter sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Virtual Number sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Texter against 4.6 for Virtual Number. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 407 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 21% of Texter's written reviews are positive against 71% of Virtual Number's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Texter ships an update monthly, Virtual Number every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Texter versus Virtual Number: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTexterVirtual Number
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.2K ratings)4.6 (407 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.7% of reviews70.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.2K — better407
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApp ToroAuxilin LLC

Customer experience

Texter

All ratings1,164 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral2.7%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews82 reviews
Positive20.7%
Neutral1.2%
Negative78.0%

Virtual Number

All ratings404 ratings
Positive87.9%
Neutral4.2%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive70.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.1%

Bugs and requests

Texter

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Inconsistent behavior, sometimes works, sometimes doesn't

Requested features

2 requests
  • Free trial option
  • Ability to use app in more countries

Virtual Number

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Texter

Subscriptions5
  • Texting Number (weekly)$3.997 Days
  • 2nd Texting Number (weekly)$4.997 Days
  • Texting Number (monthly)$7.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • 2nd Texting Number (monthly)$9.991 Month
  • 2nd Texting Number (yearly)$69.991 Year
One-time5
  • 100 Credits$2.99
  • Change Phone Number$4.99
  • 300 Credits$6.99
Show 2 more
  • Change Phone Number$9.99
  • 900 Credits$17.99
10 purchases

Virtual Number

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Access$9.997 Days
  • Second Phone Number3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Second Phone Number$11.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Monthly One Time Offer$14.991 Month
  • Second Phone Number$17.991 Month
  • Special Offer 50% OFF$24.991 Year
  • Special Offer 50% OFF$34.991 Year
One-time3
  • 100 credits$2.99
  • 300 credits$7.99
  • 900 credits$19.99

Questions

Is Texter free?
Texter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Virtual Number free?
Virtual Number is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Texter or Virtual Number?
Virtual Number is rated higher. Texter averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Virtual Number averages 4.6 from 407 ratings.
Do Texter or Virtual Number have ads?
Neither Texter nor Virtual Number shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Texter or Virtual Number?
Texter ships an update monthly, and Virtual Number every 3 weeks. Most recently, Texter was updated on October 24, 2026 and Virtual Number on October 24, 2026.

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