# SMSCodes.io vs Temp Number

SMSCodes.io and Temp Number both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 78% of SMSCodes.io's written reviews are positive against 25% of Temp Number's. SMSCodes.io also leads on ads (none vs shown). Temp Number's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SMSCodes.io sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Temp Number sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for SMSCodes.io against 4.1 for Temp Number. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 233 and 618 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of SMSCodes.io's written reviews are positive against 25% of Temp Number's.

SMSCodes.io ships an update every 5 months, Temp Number every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SMSCodes.io | Temp Number |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (233 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smscodesio/id1574921498/reviews)** | [4.1 (618 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temp-number-sms-second-phone/id1589908420/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 233 | **618** |
| Positive reviews | **78.1% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IBBCBB Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1668842994) | [Privatix LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456118236) |

## What reviewers say

### SMSCodes.io

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smscodesio/id1574921498)

Protect your online identity and privacy by verifying accounts with private, temporary phone numbers. Avoid spam and scams by not using your personal number for online sign-ups. Access a variety of countries for SMS and voice verifications.

**Highlights:** Verify online accounts without personal numbers, Receive SMS and voice verifications, Access numbers from multiple countries, Protect against spam and scams, Create private and dedicated phone numbers

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recharge $5.00 | $5.99 | one-time |
| $5.00 SMSCT Tokens | $5.99 | one-time |
| Recharge $10.00 | $11.99 | one-time |
| $10.00 SMSCT Tokens | $11.99 | one-time |
| $20.00 SMSCT Tokens | $23.99 | one-time |
| Recharge $20.00 | $23.99 | one-time |
| Recharge $50.00 | $59.99 | one-time |
| $50.00 SMSCT Tokens | $59.99 | one-time |
| Recharge $100.00 | $119.99 | one-time |
| Recharge $200.00 | $239.99 | one-time |
| Recharge $300.00 | $349.99 | one-time |
| Recharge $500.00 | $599.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and reliable
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Variety of verification services
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 🥰 Great customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive for some users
- ⏱️ Slow SMS delivery at times
- 🔒 Withdrawal issues with tokens
- 🤔 Unclear pricing and policies

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Balance not updating correctly
- Verification codes not received
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Withdrawal transactions stuck in pending

**Requested features**

- More payment options
- Improved withdrawal process
- Expanded country coverage
- Loyalty program or discounts
- Easier account management


### Temp Number

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temp-number-sms-second-phone/id1589908420)

This app provides temporary virtual phone numbers from various countries to receive SMS messages for online services. It helps protect your privacy by not exposing your personal number and offers transparent pricing for disposable numbers.

**Highlights:** Disposable virtual second phone numbers, Receive SMS online, Instant account verification, Protect personal phone number, Transparent pricing, Real SIM card providers

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Activation | $0.49 | one-time |
| 1 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Activations | $2.29 | one-time |
| 10 Activations | $4.39 | one-time |
| 5 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 15 Activations | $6.19 | one-time |
| 25 Credits | $24.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credits | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good numbers
- 🚀 Fast and perfect SMS
- 💡 Can add funds from iTunes/App Store
- 🚀 Excellent service
- 👍 Reliable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Numbers already in use
- 🐛 SMS not received
- 🐛 Payments not confirmed
- 🐛 Accounts disabled without reason
- 🐛 Refunds not provided

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect SMS codes provided
- Numbers not working for verification
- Payments not reflected in account balance

**Requested features**

- Lower minimum deposit amount
- Add Apple Pay as payment option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SMSCodes.io free?

SMSCodes.io is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Temp Number free?

Temp Number is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SMSCodes.io or Temp Number?

SMSCodes.io is rated higher. SMSCodes.io averages 4.1 out of 5 from 233 ratings, while Temp Number averages 4.1 from 618 ratings.

### Do SMSCodes.io or Temp Number have ads?

Temp Number shows ads; SMSCodes.io does not.

### Which is updated more often, SMSCodes.io or Temp Number?

SMSCodes.io ships an update every 5 months, and Temp Number every 2 months. Most recently, SMSCodes.io was updated on October 22, 2026 and Temp Number on October 30, 2026.

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