2nd Line vs Virtually Local Cloud Phone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
2nd Line
This app provides a private second phone number for calls and texts without needing an extra SIM card. It offers unlimited texting and calling, custom numbers for various uses, and cost-effective international communication. Protect your privacy and manage multiple lines easily on your iOS device.
- Multiple virtual phone lines
- Customizable phone numbers
- Privacy protection
- International calling and texting
- No SIM swapping
- Automatic call recorder
- Voicemail
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Looking for a private and convenient way to call and text without sharing your personal number? 2nd Line - Second Phone Number gives you a real secondary phone number for personal conversations, calling, and messaging directly from your iPhone. Stay connected with friends, family, and personal contacts while keeping your primary number private. No extra SIM card or additional device required. Whether you want a separate number for travel, online accounts, shopping signups, dating apps, classifieds, or everyday privacy, Second Phone Number makes communication simple and secure. With Second Phone Number you can: ◉ Send and receive SMS messages ◉ Make domestic and international calls ◉ Keep personal conversations private ◉ Use multiple phone numbers on one device ◉ Manage calls and messages easily ◉ Access voicemail, call forwarding, and more Why users love Second Phone Number: ▶ Multiple Phone Numbers Manage multiple virtual phone numbers directly from your iPhone without changing SIM cards or carrying extra devices. ▶ Privacy Protection Keep your personal number private while communicating with people online, during travel, or in everyday situations. ▶ Personal Communication Chat and stay connected with friends, family, and personal contacts using a separate number for everyday conversations. ▶ International Calling Make affordable international calls and send messages while staying connected worldwide. ▶ Easy Number Management Switch between numbers effortlessly and manage your communication in one convenient app. ▶ Flexible Usage Use your second number for: • Travel • Online signups • Shopping rewards programs • Dating apps • Classified listings • Personal privacy • Everyday communication Additional Features: ◈ Voicemail ◈ Call Forwarding ◈ Call Blocking ◈ Custom Ringtones ◈ Automatic Call Recording ◈ SMS & MMS Support Second Phone Number is designed for individual personal use and private communication. Spam, automated messaging, bulk messaging, and marketing-related usage are strictly prohibited. Download Second Phone Number today and enjoy private calling and texting with the convenience of multiple phone numbers on a single device. UNLIMITED ACCESS MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited upon subscription purchase. ※ Privacy Policy: https://appyogi.com/legal/privacy/ ※ Terms of Use: https://appyogi.com/legal/terms/
Virtually Local Cloud Phone
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In addition to making and receiving calls, the Virtually Local app offers a range of free features to enhance your calling experience. These include call recording, call transfer, voicemail, and call waiting. You can also manage your contacts and call history directly from the app, making it easy to keep track of your communications
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Virtually Local Cloud Phone at none against 2nd Line's 22. Virtually Local Cloud Phone also leads on ads (none vs shown). 2nd Line's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, 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. 2nd Line sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Virtually Local Cloud Phone asks for nothing beyond the download.
2nd Line ships an update every 2 weeks, Virtually Local Cloud Phone every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 2nd Line | Virtually Local Cloud Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 74.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 196 MB | 109 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | AppYogi Software Pvt. Ltd. | Virtually Local Ltd |
Bugs and requests
2nd Line
Reported bugs
2 issues- Automatic charges without free trial
- Inability to send texts
Requested features
2 requests- Free trial option
- Refund/cancellation process improvement
Virtually Local Cloud Phone
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
2nd Line
- Second phone number$7.997 Days
- Text now and call3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- 2nd Phone number$9.997 Days
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- 2nd Phone number$14.997 Days
- Call and text me$14.991 Month
- Second Phone number3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Call and message3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Second Phone Line$14.991 Month
- 3 Phone numbers for Calling$19.991 Month
- 4 Numbers for call & Text$24.991 Month
- Second Texting Number3 Days trial$49.996 Months
- 2nd number for call & Text1 Year trial$79.991 Year
- 2nd phone number and line$99.991 Year
- WiFi Calling 2nd Phone number$99.991 Year
- Second Number3 Days trial$99.991 Year
- 300 Credits$2.99
- Get 500 Credits$4.99
- Get new 2nd number$9.99
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- 1200 Credits$9.99
- 4000 Credits$29.99
- Get 10000 Credits$69.99
- 15000 Credits$99.99
Virtually Local Cloud Phone
No in-app purchases
Questions
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