# SMS Box vs SMS Proxy

The clearest difference is rating: SMS Box at 4.2 against SMS Proxy's 3.7. SMS Box also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). SMS Proxy's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SMS Box sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and SMS Proxy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SMS Box holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 6 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 19% of SMS Box's written reviews are positive against 20% of SMS Proxy's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SMS Box ships an update every 3 months, SMS Proxy every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SMS Box | SMS Proxy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-box-receive-sms-online/id1518078364/reviews)** | [3.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-proxy-temporary-num/id1635028152/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 18.5% of reviews | **20.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 49 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [CeylonLabs Technologies Pvt Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018565760) | [Alexandre Reol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455118075) |

## What reviewers say

### SMS Box

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-box-receive-sms-online/id1518078364)

Securely verify accounts with temporary phone numbers from global locations. Protect your personal number from spam and register on international services. Receive SMS messages instantly for quick account setup and troubleshooting.

**Highlights:** Temporary phone numbers, Global service access, SMS verification, Spam protection, Real SIM card usage, Fast SMS delivery

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Coins | $5.99 | per month |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Popular Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


### SMS Proxy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-proxy-temporary-num/id1635028152)

Get temporary phone numbers to receive SMS codes for online sign-ups and promotions. Protect your real number by using burner numbers on various websites and apps. No account creation is needed.

**Highlights:** Temporary/burner phone numbers, Receive SMS codes, Sign up for online services, No account required, Supports 100+ numbers, No tracking or analytics

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SMS Proxy Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| SMS Proxy Pro | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SMS Box free?

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

### Is SMS Proxy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SMS Box or SMS Proxy?

SMS Box is rated higher. SMS Box averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while SMS Proxy averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do SMS Box or SMS Proxy have ads?

SMS Box shows ads; SMS Proxy does not.

### Which is updated more often, SMS Box or SMS Proxy?

SMS Box ships an update every 3 months, and SMS Proxy every 6 weeks. Most recently, SMS Box was updated on November 7, 2026 and SMS Proxy on November 3, 2026.

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