# SMS Virtual vs Numgo

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Numgo at none against SMS Virtual's 5. Numgo also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). SMS Virtual's advantage is ratings volume (29K vs 13) and chart position (#183 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SMS Virtual sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Numgo asks for nothing beyond the download.

SMS Virtual holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SMS Virtual has 29K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of SMS Virtual's written reviews are positive against 78% of Numgo's.

SMS Virtual ships an update monthly, Numgo every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SMS Virtual | Numgo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-virtual-receive-sms/id1558276033/reviews)** | [4.4 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numgo/id6748828548/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **29K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **89.4% of reviews** | 77.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#183** | — |
| Size | 46 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tecrow LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823713456) | [Numgo LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1821642304) |

## What reviewers say

### SMS Virtual

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sms-virtual-receive-sms/id1558276033)

**Currently charting:** #183 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Get disposable virtual phone numbers to receive SMS messages online. Ideal for account verification and protecting your privacy without needing a physical SIM card. Enjoy transparent pricing and a simple process for temporary number use.

**Highlights:** Disposable virtual numbers, Receive SMS online, Account verification, Privacy protection, Transparent pricing, Temporary number use

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5 Activations Week | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Activation | $0.29 | one-time |
| 5 Activations | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Activations | $1.99 | one-time |
| 15 activations | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Reliable and consistent
- 💰 Very affordable
- 🚀 Fast SMS delivery
- 🔒 Maintains privacy
- 🔥 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Time limits on phone numbers
- 🔢 Limited number of SMS per number
- 🚫 Some numbers not compatible with certain services
- 📵 Occasional issues with number availability

**Reported bugs**

- Numbers sometimes already registered
- Activation credits not always received

**Requested features**

- Expand number selection for more services
- Increase number of SMS per number
- Extend time limits on phone numbers


### Numgo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numgo/id6748828548)

Obtain virtual phone numbers instantly for various needs, including personal use, business, and account verification. This app offers global numbers supporting SMS and calls without requiring a physical SIM card.

**Highlights:** Virtual phone numbers, SMS and voice call support, Global number availability, No physical SIM required, Cross-device sync, Privacy protection

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SMS Virtual free?

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

### Is Numgo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SMS Virtual or Numgo?

SMS Virtual is rated higher. SMS Virtual averages 4.6 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while Numgo averages 4.4 from 13 ratings.

### Do SMS Virtual or Numgo have ads?

Neither SMS Virtual nor Numgo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SMS Virtual or Numgo?

SMS Virtual ships an update monthly, and Numgo every 6 days. Most recently, SMS Virtual was updated on September 29, 2026 and Numgo on September 11, 2026.

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