Simply Filter SMS vs Gandalfone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simply Filter SMS
This privacy-focused app helps you manage your text messages by automatically filtering unwanted messages from unknown senders into designated folders. It uses AI and customizable rules to organize your inbox, supporting multiple languages and devices.
- AI-powered spam filtering
- Customizable keyword and regex rules
- Automatic message sorting to Junk, Promotions, or Transactions
- On-device processing for privacy
- Multi-language support
- Export/Import filters
- Native iPad support
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Take back control of your inbox. Simply Filter SMS is a privacy-first, open-source text message filter for iPhone and iPad. Create keyword rules and smart filters to automatically move unwanted messages from unknown senders to Junk, Promotions, or Transactions - completely on-device. What's new in this version: • Export & Import Filters - Share your filter setup with a friend. Export from Filter Tools in the menu and send the file. • Test Your Filters - Redesigned with live results so you can see matches instantly. • Help - Redesigned with FAQs and a Get Started guide. • Accent Color - Pick an accent from the menu; buttons and icons follow it across the app. In case you missed, here's what was updated recently: • Regex Filters - Create powerful pattern-matching filters using regular expressions for precise control. • AI Filtering - Automatic filtering is AI-powered, smarter and more accurate, with support for 10 languages including English, Hebrew, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, and more. • Trusted Countries - Automatically allow messages from specific countries by phone prefix. • 11 Languages - The app is available in English, Hebrew, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Italian, and Simplified Chinese. • Accessibility Support - Fully usable with VoiceOver, Voice Control, Dynamic Type, and Reduce Motion. • Native iPad Support - Full iPad experience with sidebar navigation and optimized layouts for larger screens. • Tip Jar - Support the app's development with an optional tip. Simply Filter SMS is free forever. • Multiple bug fixes and performance improvements.
Gandalfone
This app filters unwanted spam, phishing, and promotional messages from your inbox. It offers customizable controls like blacklists and whitelists, ensuring your messages are private and secure as all filtering occurs on your device.
- Intelligent spam filtering
- Phishing attempt detection
- Customizable blacklists and whitelists
- On-device privacy
- Personalized SMS filtering rules
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Welcome to Gandalfone, the ultimate solution to keep your messaging experience clean, organized, and free from unwanted distractions. Say goodbye to spam, and hello to a clutter-free inbox! Why Gandalfone? Intelligent Spam Filtering: Our advanced algorithms work tirelessly to filter out spam, phishing attempts, and unwanted promotional messages. Enjoy an inbox that's focused solely on what matters to you. Customizable Controls: Tailor your SMS filtering with personalized settings. Create and manage blacklists, whitelist essential contacts, and set up custom rules that suit your messaging needs. Privacy-Focused: Your privacy is our priority. All filtering happens on your device, ensuring your messages remain private and secure. Support and Feedback Your feedback helps us grow and improve. Please share your thoughts and suggestions with us through the app or our support email.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Simply Filter SMS at 4.4 against Gandalfone's 3.6. Simply Filter SMS also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (79% vs 62%). Gandalfone's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Simply Filter SMS sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Gandalfone asks for nothing beyond the download.
Simply Filter SMS holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 72 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Simply Filter SMS's written reviews are positive against 62% of Gandalfone's.
Simply Filter SMS ships an update every 9 days, Gandalfone every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simply Filter SMS | Gandalfone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (72 ratings) — better | 3.6 (17 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 78.8% of reviews — better | 61.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 72 — better | 17 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adi Ben-Dahan | Audrey SOBGOU ZEBAZE |
Customer experience
Simply Filter SMS
Gandalfone
In-app purchases
Simply Filter SMS
- Small Tip$1.99
- Medium Tip$4.99
- Large Tip$9.99
Gandalfone
No in-app purchases
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