Comparison

Kitcal vs Text Call

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

Head to head
About

Kitcal

Features
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A companion app for the Kitcal® tablet that allows the sharing of photos, videos and messages from your smart device to the Kitcal® tablet. Keep in touch easily, with Kitcal®. Kitcal® is a specially designed tablet that helps parents, grandparents and mature relatives stay socially connected to their whanāu and friends. Simply download the app and follow the prompts to register and start sharing photos, videos and messages straight to your relative’s Kitcal® tablet. Key Features: • Send text messages directly to the Kitcal® tablet and receive emoji replies. • Share your photos and videos to the Kitcal® tablet. • Add appointments and reminders to the Kitcal® tablet, remotely*. • Two-way ‘Check-in’ for peace of mind*. *calendar access and ‘check-in’ feature only available to ‘carer’ companions. Two Types of Companion Carer Companions Each Kitcal® device has a ‘carer’ who acts as administrator (usually the person that has purchased the device). If you are the carer companion, this app will allow you to customise the Kitcal® tablet including calendar events, requesting ‘check-ins’ and inviting others to connect. Social Companions ‘Social companions’ are any friends and family outside of the main administrator. If you are a social companion this app enables you to share photos, videos and messages with Kitcal® and receive emoji or pre-set text replies. Multilingual Support Kitcal® is available in English, Te Reo, Samoan, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

About

Text Call

Easily manage multiple phone numbers for business, travel, or personal organization. Get local numbers in minutes with over 60 area codes. Communicate via calls and SMS without needing extra devices or complex plans.

Highlights
  • Multiple phone numbers
  • Over 60 area codes
  • Local numbers in minutes
  • Calls and messaging
  • Wi-Fi or mobile data
  • Privacy focused
Features
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Discover the convenience of managing multiple phone numbers with Text Call. Whether for business, travel, or everyday communication, Text Call provides additional phone numbers to help you organize your personal and professional conversations in one place. Choose from over 60 area codes and activate local numbers in minutes. Stay connected through calling and messaging without the need for extra devices or complex phone plans. Key Highlights: Multiple Phone Numbers: Easily manage separate lines for work, business, or personal organization. Flexible Plans: Choose options that fit your short-term or long-term communication needs. Easy Setup: Simple and intuitive interface for quick activation and management. Privacy Focused: Keep your primary number separate when communicating with clients, marketplaces, or new contacts. Global Connectivity: Make and receive calls internationally using Wi-Fi or mobile data. Top Use Cases: Business & Freelancing: Manage customer communication from one device. Travel Communication: Stay reachable while abroad. Online Marketplaces: Separate buyer and seller communication. Everyday Organization: Keep work and personal calls organized. App Features: - Access over 60 area codes. - Call and message from additional numbers. - Manage multiple lines in one app. - Works on Wi-Fi or mobile data. Subscription Details: Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The user can manage subscriptions by going to Account Settings after purchase. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Important: Text Call is a subscription-based app, please review our pricing before purchasing. Text Call does not support emergency calling (911). Privacy Policy: https://static.textcall.co/page/ios/privacy Terms of Service: https://static.textcall.co/page/ios/terms

Screenshots

Kitcal4 screens
Text Call4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kitcal at none against Text Call's 15. Kitcal also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Text Call's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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. Text Call sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Kitcal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kitcal ships an update every 2 months, Text Call fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Kitcal versus Text Call: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKitcalText Call
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (600 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—69.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—600 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLuminateOne LimitedCodebaker Ltd

Bugs and requests

Kitcal

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Text Call

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Purchased numbers not working as expected
  • App closing itself after a few seconds on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to port existing phone numbers
  • Improved international calling features

In-app purchases

None

Kitcal

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

Text Call

Subscriptions10
  • 1 Line Lite Subscription (Weekly)$4.997 Days
  • 1 Line Subscription (Weekly)$9.997 Days
  • 1 Line Weekly$12.997 Days
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  • 3 Line Subscription (Weekly)$14.997 Days
  • 1 Line Subscription (Monthly)$19.991 Month
  • 3 Line Subscription (Monthly)$29.991 Month
  • 1 Line + Subscription (Annual)$39.991 Year
  • 10 Line Subscription (Weekly)$59.997 Days
  • 10 Line Subscription (Monthly)$99.991 Month
  • 3 Line Subscription (Annual)$179.991 Year
One-time4
  • 100 Credits$8.99
  • 300 Credits$17.99
  • 500 Credits$26.99
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  • 2000 Credits$59.99

Questions

Is Kitcal free?
Kitcal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Text Call free?
Text Call is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kitcal or Text Call have ads?
Both Kitcal and Text Call show ads.
Which is updated more often, Kitcal or Text Call?
Kitcal ships an update every 2 months, and Text Call fortnightly. Most recently, Kitcal was updated on October 16, 2026 and Text Call on October 25, 2026.

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