# TextUs vs Text ON

The clearest difference is rating: Text ON at 4.7 against TextUs's 2.4. Text ON also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 17%) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 39). TextUs's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Text ON sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. TextUs asks for nothing beyond the download.

Text ON holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Text ON has 2.4K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of TextUs's written reviews are positive against 39% of Text ON's.

TextUs ships an update every 2 months, Text ON monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TextUs | Text ON |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textus/id1546078610/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-on-call-now-second-phone/id6443879123/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | **39.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Text Us Services, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/625596354) | [APPSTER LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625900371) |

## What reviewers say

### TextUs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textus/id1546078610)

This mobile application offers a streamlined, native messaging experience with improved readability and enhanced search functionality. Users can easily filter their inbox, send photos, and manage contacts directly within the app.

**Highlights:** Native messaging interface, Search by name, keyword, or business, Filter inbox by unread/unanswered/campaign, Send photos in messages, Call contacts and assign conversations, View and edit contact details, Add new contacts

**In-app purchases:** none


### Text ON

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-on-call-now-second-phone/id6443879123)

Acquire a virtual phone number without a physical SIM card for private calls and texts. Ideal for travelers, online registrations, or a dedicated work/personal line. Offers flexible plans and credit packs for usage.

**Highlights:** Buy virtual US numbers, Send text and multimedia messages, View call and message history, Manage multiple numbers, Flexible tariff plans, Delete message history

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access (1 week trial) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Full access (1 month) | $19.99 | per month |
| Full Access (3 months) | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Full Access (12 months, trial) | $59.99 | per year |
| 100 credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credits (+50 Bonus) | $6.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits (+100 Bonus) | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits (+200 Bonus) | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Credits (+400 Bonus) | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Credits (+600 Bonus) | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 🚀 Fast response

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezing issues
- 🐛 Unreliable service
- 🐛 Delivery issues
- 🔒 Account freezing
- 💰 Paid service issues

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to send messages
- Incompatible with some devices
- Purchased credits not credited

**Requested features**

- Whatsapp verification support
- Support for international numbers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TextUs free?

TextUs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Text ON free?

Text ON is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TextUs or Text ON?

Text ON is rated higher. TextUs averages 2.4 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Text ON averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do TextUs or Text ON have ads?

Text ON shows ads; TextUs does not.

### Which is updated more often, TextUs or Text ON?

TextUs ships an update every 2 months, and Text ON monthly. Most recently, TextUs was updated on November 3, 2026 and Text ON on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*